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The Parents Share Videos of ‘The Happy Song’ Instantly Soothing Their Crying Babies

Parents Swear by ‘The Happy Song’ for Instantly Calming Crying Babies Every parent knows the struggle—sometimes babies cry for reasons that aren’t immediately clear. You check the usual suspects—hunger, tiredness, discomfort—but even after addressing all the basics, the wailing continues. That’s when you start getting creative: bouncing, rocking, singing, going outside—anything to soothe them. Now, thanks to a group of researchers and musician Imogen Heap, there’s another trick to add […]

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People Debate When It’s Acceptable to Use Someone Else’s Baby Name

Choosing a baby name is a big decision for parents. Names can be beautiful, meaningful, trendy, or unique, and the process of picking one often comes with a lot of thought. But one question sparks debate: Is it ever wrong to choose a name someone you know has already used? While parents are free to name their child whatever they like, there are certain unspoken rules of etiquette. If an

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Animals

Runaway Cows Find a New Home Where Visitors Can Snuggle Them

Most people don’t think twice about where their food comes from—just whether they should grab the organic or free-range option. But for a group of cows in St. Louis, Missouri, the journey to the dinner plate took an unexpected turn when one determined bovine had a different idea. Chico, the fearless leader of the herd, wasn’t about to become someone’s cheeseburger. With a burst of determination, he broke through three

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Shelter Creates Online Dating Profiles for 22 Animals, and the Results Are Adorable

Anyone who’s ever used Tinder knows that featuring a cute animal in your profile is a solid strategy. But what if the adorable pet wasn’t just a prop—but the one actually looking for love? That’s exactly the idea some animal shelters are testing out. “We are always trying to come up with creative new ways to get our shelter dogs in front of potential adopters,” says Karen Hirsch, public relations

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Some Babies Go to Extreme Lengths to Avoid Touching Grass—Here’s Why

When gymnasts pull off gravity-defying splits, we know it takes years of training and dedication. But when a baby hovers midair in an almost identical position? There’s probably a patch of grass involved. Yes, grass. The same soft, harmless, perfectly normal ground covering that most adults don’t think twice about. But for some babies, it might as well be molten lava. It turns out, a good number of tiny humans

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Swim Instructor Soothes Teary Toddler With ‘Mermaid Mantra’—Now Adults Are Emotional Too

Learning to swim can be intimidating for kids. They’re stepping into the unknown, and the water can feel overwhelming. But one swim instructor has found a heartwarming way to help little swimmers push through their fears. Tyler Reed, owner of Triton Aquatic Training in Tampa, Florida, recently went viral for his unique approach: the “mermaid mantra.” The mantra is simple but powerful: “I’m big. I’m brave. I’m beautiful.” In a

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Animals

Veterinarian Shares Pet Parent Habits That Give Him the ‘Ick’—And He’s Spot On

The phrase “gives me the ick” first gained popularity thanks to Ally McBeal in 1999, but it has made a major comeback—largely thanks to TikTok. While the term is mostly used to describe dating red flags, people have started applying it to all kinds of pet peeves. And now, thanks to veterinarian Dr. Frank Bozelka, we have a version specifically for pet parents. Dr. Bozelka took to TikTok to share

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Watch This Clever Cat Outsmart a Jammed Door Like a Pro

If you’ve ever had a cat, you know their intelligence varies wildly. Some seem to operate on pure instinct, while others have the problem-solving skills of a tiny, furry genius. And then there are the spooky smart ones—the cats who watch, calculate, and leave you wondering if they’re secretly plotting something. A viral video shared by @catshouldnt on X shows a next-level feline mastermind. Not only does this cat know

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6 Reasons Your Cat Likes to Knead on You and Your Stuff: Why Cats ‘Make Biscuits’

Whenever our cat hops onto one of the soft, plush blankets in the living room, she goes into full “making biscuits” mode. Her eyes droop, her head lowers, and she starts rhythmically kneading the fabric. Occasionally, she hovers her nose just above it, clearly lost in a trance-like state, and continues for several minutes. This quirky behavior, commonly known as “making biscuits,” is familiar to most cat owners, though it’s

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6-Year-Old Rhode Island Boy Launches Poop Scooping Service to Fund Cat Adoption

There’s probably no child who hasn’t tried to convince their parents to get a pet, even if they already have one. From offering to give away all their toys for a snake to promising to be on their best behavior if they can get a puppy for Christmas, kids have some pretty creative ways of making their case. But sometimes, the request becomes especially heartwarming when the child is still

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