From the joyous chaos of playtime to the heartwarming moments of familial love, the "Family & Kids" section invites you to explore the many facets of family life. It's a space dedicated to sharing stories, advice, and insights about familial bonds that make life meaningful and fulfilling.
Here you can find a variety of topics, each shedding light on the complex and beautiful dynamics of family life. You'll read stories that highlight parenting trials and triumphs, offering perspectives from different walks of life and diverse family structures. Here, we celebrate the unconventional and embrace the unique, recognizing that every family has its own story to tell.
In the "Family & Kids" section, we believe in the importance of lifelong learning. You'll find thought-provoking articles that challenge common misconceptions and encourage open discussion about topics that matter. From understanding the benefits of sleeping in separate beds to navigating the complexities of sibling relationships, we aim to provide you with a fresh look at family dynamics.
Safety and well-being are paramount to us. We share tips and insights from experts that can help ensure your loved ones' safety. Whether it's a swimming instructor warning about the dangers of a seemingly harmless habit or a story highlighting the importance of DNA testing, our articles are designed to inform and educate.
As we explore the world of parenting, we also delve into the joys and challenges of raising children. From celebrity parenting styles to the awe-inspiring resilience of parents searching for their lost child, our articles encapsulate the breadth of experiences that shape the journey of parenthood.
In the spirit of inclusivity, we also shine a light on controversial topics that spark important conversations about parenting decisions. We believe in creating a platform for open dialogue, where everyone can share their views and learn from others.
Overall, the "Family & Kids" section is a celebration of family life in all its forms. It's a space where you can immerse yourself in stories that inspire, educate, and provoke thought. No matter what your family looks like, we hope that our content will resonate with you, offering a deeper understanding of the dynamics that make family life both challenging and rewarding.
Join us as we explore the intricate tapestry of family life, diving into stories that capture the essence of love, resilience, and the undeniable bond that ties us together.
A man, 34, has recently written a letter to our editorial and told his story that could be a vivid example of how things in life may take a 180° turn. The man shared how he was suspicious about his sister and his wife having a romance, and he had a lot of evidence for thinking so. But one day, he found out a real truth about their relationship, and it was far from what he initially expected.
In the quiet suburbs where Susan and her daughters resided, the air was heavy with unspoken tensions and unresolved conflicts. Susan, a devoted mother grappling with the complexities of love and family, found herself at a crossroads.
When it goes about our kids’ upbringing, it’s normal to have a wish to give them the best we can as parents and to raise them in a healthy environment. Our today’s hero is a future dad, who’s already thinking about the things he’ll definitely never want his kid to experience in their life. And one of these things is being raised like his wife. The man took to Reddit to tell about his major confrontation with his wife about it, and people expressed a variety of opinions about this dilemma.
In the world of miracles and mysteries, the story of identical triplets from Brazil emerges as a captivating saga of awe and joy. Michele Kaiser and her husband, Mauricio, found themselves on an unexpected journey when they discovered they were expecting not one, but three bundles of joy.
Family tensions are a common occurrence, particularly in relationships with in-laws, where dynamics can be complex and emotions heightened. Recently, a new mother found herself navigating a challenging situation with her sister-in-law. What made the situation particularly unique was her SIL’s unusual level of excitement towards the newborn and the uncommon expectation she had. Faced with this unique circumstance, she penned a heartfelt letter to Bright Side seeking guidance and support.
In a special survey, ten moms and dads shared some really touching moments when their kids said things that made them feel really sad. Like when a little one asked about tough stuff, or when they said something super sweet, and it made their parents’ hearts melt. These stories remind us how powerful child’s words can be and how strong the love between parents and kids is.
Imagine a mom who works outside the home telling us how her mother-in-law doesn’t like it and calls her a «bad mom» for not staying home. Even though she loves her family and her job, she feels upset because some people still think moms should only stay home. She wants to share her story to show how many women face this pressure and why it’s important to support all moms, no matter if they work or stay at home.
We can never be sure what we’re marrying into family-wise. This makes one’s in-laws a kind of lottery. While some of us are lucky to get a second set of parents or siblings, others end up having new family members who would go so far as to try to steal their baby. That’s exactly what happened to one woman who took to Reddit and told a mind-boggling story of her relationship with her SIL, which grew to an unhealthy shade after the woman gave birth to her baby son.
Weddings mark one of the most significant moments in a couple’s life. Adding a bit of fun and humor only improves the celebratory atmosphere. However, when our reader’s wife, who’s a lover of pranks, decided to play a trick, it made her mother-in-law stutter. We reveal what happened that left such an impression on her.
A mother’s love for her kids knows no limits, and she hopes they’ll show her the same care. Roberta’s son didn’t want his mom to be alone after his father died, so he asked her to come live with him, his wife, and their children. Roberta was delighted, but she was surprised by the rules her daughter-in-law laid out for her. She told us her story.
Family life can be filled with ups and downs. But there are some lines that can’t be crossed. In today’s story, we learn about one of those cases. What started as a family drama, turned out to be a police case.
It all began when my dear Aunt Margaret left me a substantial inheritance of $850,000. At first, I was overwhelmed with gratitude and disbelief. But little did I know that this unexpected windfall would stir up a storm of emotions within my family.
Behind the doors of daycare centers, an unexpected realm of revelations unfolds as children innocently navigate the boundaries between home and the shared space of childcare. Below, we bring you firsthand accounts from 12 daycare workers who found themselves caught in the crossfire of children’s unfiltered honesty.
Sometimes, we become curious and want to listen in on other people’s conversations or discover someone’s secrets without being noticed. Thanks to the internet, some people openly share their family’s deepest secrets, and it’s clear that they feel much better after sharing these hidden truths with the world.
Sometimes, one of the most important things about maintaining healthy family relationships is having a great sense of humor. Sometimes, serious parents do something so funny that we don’t even know how to react. Some of them have created a house for a new vacuum cleaner, and some have even made dresses for their pets!
A woman, 60, has written a letter to our editorial, telling a deeply dramatic story, that happened in her family. She told how her daughter-in-law was constantly poking fun at her, humiliating and mocking her. But the offended woman took her revenge in the most intricate and exquisite way and taught her DIL an important lesson in life.
When a toddler suddenly starts talking to someone in an empty room, everyone can freak out. Some people explain these situations with a transitional age or children’s imagination. Others, on the contrary, tend to see something mysterious and even otherworldly in this.
A mother-daughter relationship can sometimes be a plot for a real drama movie. Such thing happened to a Reddit user, who seemed to have demonstrated the warmest attitude to her daughter, who has kids and lives in her house. But the result of such a relationship turned into a huge family catastrophe, which may hurt many people, including the innocent kids. The desperate woman is now trying to resolve an uneasy dilemma.
When the exhaustion of changing diapers or tidying up after messes becomes overwhelming, turning to humorous parenting tweets might just offer the perfect escape. Even if you’re not a parent or if your children are grown, these moms and dads are bound to bring a chuckle, shedding light on the daily struggles and amusing situations that come with raising kids.
All parents want their children to have the best lives possible. Many of them work in order to be able to buy new toys for them, others are strict because they want their children to be disciplined and goal-oriented, others give their children a choice and teach them to make decisions on their own. Every family has its own ways of upbringing, but there is one thing that all parents have in common: when they look back, they all want to fix some of the mistakes they made in the past.
Sometimes, we don’t get along well with our moms. Not everyone has a super loving and caring mom, and that’s the case for our story today. A woman shared on Reddit about her annoying relationship with her mom. But, there’s a twist — her mom got a taste of her own medicine when she least expected it.
Sometimes, curiosity drives us to uncover secrets. People boldly share their family’s most profound truths on the internet, finding solace in revealing what’s long been hidden.
Being a parent means being an expert at telling white lies and a great resource when little ones get you in trouble. Although sometimes they know how to jump on our nerves with their silly words, they surely know how to bring laughter into our lives too.
Cheating is a very serious accusation that could lead to losing trust in a relationship. A woman was accused of being unfaithful due to her baby’s uncommon eye color. But when she finally decided to do a DNA test to prove her innocence, the mom found out something that she never expected.
To see your parent who raised you and taught you everything you know about life get old and unable to care for themselves is something inevitable. As the circle of life dances in front of us, and we exchange roles — if once we were the baby that needed round-the-clock care, now it’s our mothers and fathers who are vulnerable and need supervision.In some cultures, sending our parents to an assisted living facility is still a stigma today. Tenny, a loving wife, and mother of 2, needed some advice on her situation — her mother-in-law is lonely and frail, and her husband wants her to move into their house. We took a look at Tenny’s story, and here are our findings.
Life often throws unexpected challenges our way, like when a Reddit user had to deal with their adult stepdaughter and her children moving in. What seemed like a good idea turned into a lot of problems. This story is about love, setting boundaries, and making tough decisions for our own well-being.
Kids really do grow up so fast, and especially when they are young, every moment is precious because they keep changing. Almost every day, there is something new to snap a photo of for the family album and memories. Luckily for us, some celebs and royals choose to share these beautiful moments of their kids’ growth with us through social media. We at Bright Side wanted to celebrate the daughters of our favorite celebs, so we decided to share this compilation of what they look like today.
There are more than 2 billion moms in the world. And all of them have one thing in common — well, 2 things: they love their kids and they all are heroines. They sacrifice everything for us and we couldn’t be more thankful for this.
Genetics work in mysterious ways. Sometimes children look more like one parent than the other or even more like relatives, grandparents, uncles, or aunts. In today’s compilation, we wanted to show how a multi-ethnic background gave these celebrities their unique beauty.
The “best” approach to raising a girl is always changing. Recently, the idea of creating a “good girl” was appealing and served as a kind of model to strive for. But today, it’s likely to cause a bit of push-back since being a “good girl” has become synonymous with being a “convenient girl.”
Becoming a mom can be a life changing event, but not many people talk about the extraordinary transformation women go through when they become grandmothers. From almost forgetting rules, manners, and discipline to overreacting to any type of danger and discomfort their grandkids could go through, they seem to be different human beings than the ones who raised us.
Navigating the journey of parenthood proves to be a demanding task for every new couple. Many look forward to the assistance of their families in easing the responsibilities of caring for the baby. Yet, the challenge arises when even grandparents, despite their children’s appeals, are hesitant to embrace the role of the designated babysitter.
Matt Damon met his wife, Luciana, in 2003, and 2 decades later, they’re still beaming with love for one another. The actor adopted Alexia, Luciana’s daughter from her previous marriage, and they welcomed 3 daughters of their own, each born 2 years apart. Damon is a doting father of 4, and he has a couple of rules he swears by, that have helped his family thrive.
Okay, so my husband and I, both 37, have four kids under six. I run a small activewear shop from home, and he works full-time. Recently, he got a bonus and decided to treat himself to a 10-day solo trip to Bali. Fine, whatever. The problem? I had to handle our four kids on my own during that time.
Parenting is a tricky, tricky role. You can’t wait for your kids to grow up and move out, but when they do, it feels like your world’s falling apart. That’s when you realize you can’t turn back time, and the best thing you can do is hop on and enjoy the memories.
“Why did the ghost buy a box of bandages? Because he had so many BOO BOOs!” Sometimes a joke is so bad, we groan, but it still makes us laugh. Dad humor is such a classic genre, it even has a place on governmental web pages. We love the creativity of dad humor, so we put together some pics of the best dad jokes ever.