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55 Brand New Lego Sets For 2020 That You Will 100% Want to Build Alongside Your Kids

Even as a grown adult, there's nothing that excites me more than a fresh set of Legos. In 2020, kids everywhere will get that same rush of being able to create something amazing out of colorful little bricks with all of the new sets that Lego has to offer this year. We got to see them all built out at New York Toy Fair in February and are here to say that they are good. Keep reading to see the best new Lego sets for 2020, many of which are available now and others that will release throughout the year! Related: 180+ Brand-New Toys That Your Kids Will Want to Play With in 2020 The Lego Harry...

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Not Talking About COVID-19 in Front of My Kids Is the Best Decision I've Made Since Isolating

Recently, my husband and I made a decision to stop talking about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in front of our children. During this time of isolation, it became very apparent that the phrase "kids are like sponges" was incredibly true. I'd seen firsthand how young kids soak things in and let them out at the least opportune times . . . who hasn't had their toddler yell the F-word at the grocery store? (No? Just me?) But seeing the impact of our conversations on them was eye-opening. The tipping point, though, was when our 2-and-a-half-year-old son asked, "Mommy, is the coronavirus gone y...

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Maintain Your Place as the Best Gift Giver With the Top Toys of 2020

Whether you're a parent, relative, or close friend of the family, chances are there is a young one you'll have to shop for this year. Be sure you stay up to date on the hottest toys and newest releases with this handy guide of chart-topping items. It will be a lifesaver when hunting for the perfect birthday gift! Find the best gifts for the toddlers and kids in your life with our gift guides, including for infants, 1-year-olds, 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds, 6-year-olds, 5-year-olds, 7-year-olds, 8-year-olds, 9-year-olds, tweens, and teens. Related: Hedwig, Privet Drive, and 4 Other...

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This Insanely Cute Target Line Has Everything You Need For a Summer at Home

Target's Sun Squad line is back and ready to make your summer at home as fun as possible! Featuring pool floats, colorful toys, everything you need to decorate your backyard, kiddie pools, inflatable sprinklers, and more, this year's summer line is so insanely cute, you'll find yourself struggling to reign in your digital cart. Scroll through to get a peek at all of the colorful new items that you didn't know you needed! Related: This Nearly 8-Foot Rocket Ship Sprinkler Will Make Summer at Home a Blast! Glitter Tube Pool Float Pink ($5) target.com Panda Beach Towel Blue ($8) target.com Wood...

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A Child Psychologist Shared the 5-Step "Script" She Uses When Kids Ask Tough Questions

I've had more than a dozen difficult conversations with my kids by now. I've explained what the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is, I've explained why they have to stay home and why they can't go to their school or the playground. I've even explained why we can only see Grandma on FaceTime and why we need to wash our hands and wear face masks and stand far away from other people at the park. "Not answering their questions fully means kids will be left to fill in the blanks on their own." But, for my family and many like mine, the questions just keep on coming. And, as time goes on, parents hav...

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This Mom's Pure Disbelief Over Her Daughter's "Magic Trick" Will Keep Me Giggling All Day

@jackiegansky Magic trick! Following back everyone right now! HURRY! ##magictrick ##magic ##alwayslearning ##vibewithme @chefnancyg ♬ original sound - jackiegansky Sometimes, all it takes to pull off the perfect prank are a couple of lemons and two cups. TikTok user Jackie Gansky recently pulled a practical joke on her mom, Nancy, and thank goodness she was filming the results. I'm not usually the best sport about pranks or surprises, but even I wouldn't mind putting up with a "magic trick" like Jackie's. As Jackie "swapped" lemons between plastic cups, Nancy watched in disbelief. I can pra...

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We Need to Talk About Why Businesses Are Opening Up Before Child Care

For the past few months, workers across the nation have been tasked with operating as close to business as usual amid the coronavirus pandemic. The fact that this was thrust upon working parents - who make up 41 percent of employees between the ages of 20 and 54 in the US - without any meaningful consideration for the well-being of their children felt, frankly, unsurprising. For decades, working parents have long had to prioritize their jobs over their families. They've had to balance budgets that put child-care costs pennies under what their paychecks brought home. They've had to cobble to...

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If Your Child Gets Hurt While Social Distancing, Here's When to Take Them to the ER

With everyone staying at home in their family's individual bubbles, it feels like all should be well as long as we're social distancing. However, don't get complacent: staying at home doesn't mean accidents are on pause or that kids can't get injured during this time. Kids are accident-prone in general, and left to their own devices at home, they have even more opportunities to hurt themselves. And, because visiting emergency rooms and hospitals is risky right now due to the high number of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases around the country, it's even scarier to imagine a scenario in whic...

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This Nearly 8-Foot Rocket Ship Sprinkler Will Make Summer at Home a Blast!

In the latest inflatable sprinkler news you didn't know you needed: a brand-new, giant rocket ship sprinkler is here to help your kids blast into a fun summer at home. From FUNBOY, the new sprinkler measures over seven-and-a-half feet tall and has four nozzles for a 360-degree water spray. And the best part? Setup and breakdown are supereasy: the sprinkler inflates and deflates quickly, and it hooks right up to a standard garden hose. Read through to see photos of the adorable sprinkler in action and to preorder one for your family. Orders will begin to ship out on May 15, and FUNBOY will b...

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Splish Splash! These Outdoor Inflatable Pools Will Keep Kids Occupied All Summer Long

The weather has finally perked up, so it's time that we lather on the sunscreen and get outside! One of the most enjoyable parts of summer is taking in the sights and sounds of your own backyard. After all, there's no better feeling than soaking up the sun's rays in your own private getaway. As much as we love summer days, they can be freakin' hot, and in those sweaty moments, it sure feels nice to get your feet wet - especially if you have kids who are also looking for cool summertime activities. If owning a family pool isn't in the cards this summer, then no need to panic, because these k...

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What Black Motherhood Has to Teach Us on Mother's Day

This Mother's Day, many of us are wondering how to be close from a distance. That physical space means that some family traditions may change, but in the quiet of the shutdown, there's also time to break routine and take stock of what mothers really mean to us. So, POPSUGAR sat down (via FaceTime) with Margarita Rosa, a scholar of Black women and Black motherhood at Princeton University, to discuss and honor Black women's legacy as mothers. It's a history that teaches us about love that endures loss and underscores what every mother stands to gain if more women have the agency, as she said,...

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Kristen Bell Is So Proud of Her "Disagreeable" Daughters, She Gave Them RBG Dissent Collars

Image Source: Getty It might be typical to celebrate Mom on Mother's Day, but Kristen Bell took advantage of the occasion to honor her two "disagreeable" daughters: 7-year-old Lincoln and 5-year-old Delta. In a world where kids are commonly taught that quietness equals politeness, it's refreshing to hear from a parent who (get this) disagrees. Kristen praised her girls for their confidence and strength, traits I'm sure they've inherited from her and Dax Shepard. "I am raising women who are not afraid to disagree. Not for disagreements sake, but rather to use their voice when they need to," ...

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May the Force Be With Your Kids' Birthday Cakes

Does your child dream of living in a galaxy far, far away? Can they turn anything – even air - into a lightsaber? Do they feel that the force is within them? If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, then you may want to help them celebrate their birthday with some Star Wars-inspired sweets. Whether you are creative enough to decorate your own cake or want to leave it to the professionals, we've found a ton of inspirational cakes that will please fans of Luke, Leia, and Yoda (and Baby Yoda) - even Kylo Ren and Darth - no matter their age! Related: A New Version of It's a Small World,...

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Abominable, The Lego Movie 2, and 82 Other Family Movies Kids Can Stream on Hulu in 2020

Everyone loves a movie night, and Hulu has your family covered with its selection of movies for kids (and adults) to stream and enjoy. From '90s classics like Passport to Paris to newer releases like Wonder Park, there's something for every kid on the service. Ahead, see the movies your kids can stream now on Hulu, and you can keep checking back to see what's added throughout 2020. And if you're also a Netflix family, check out the newest movies that have been added to Netflix for kids. Related: 11 Family Movies Still Coming Out in 2020 That Your Kids Will Want to See

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This Bullseye Light For the Toilet Might Be the Most Clever Potty-Training Tool We’ve Seen

Potty-training a toddler of either sex can be trying, but for boys especially, trying to teach them how to aim is a whole other ball game (not to mention, their aim never does seem to improve as they age). Enter: the Toddler Target Potty Training Bullseye Light, which attaches to the lid of your toilet and shines a green target into the bottom of the bowl. The light, which turns on and off via motion sensor, promotes independent potty-training for boys but can turn potty-training into a fun game for girls as well (it also acts as a handy nightlight for middle-of-the-night bathroom trips). I...

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15 Ways Our Editors Are Making Mother's Day Special This Year

Mother's Day is certainly going to look a lot different for moms this year, but also for us "kids" who can't be with our mamas. Or maybe you're social distancing in the same place, so your day can be spent together but might not involve leaving the house for much more than a walk. Either way, we're all having to get a little creative with plans and gifts since Mom's favorite brunch spot isn't taking reservations this year. If you're looking for a creative, simple, and sweet idea for Mother's Day, some of our POPSUGAR editors shared what they're doing with their moms this year, whether they ...

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Michelle Obama Has Been Hosting Virtual Story Time on Mondays, and We're Obsessed!

Michelle Obama wants to read your kids a story! Penguin Young Readers, Random House Children's Books, and PBS Kids are bringing your family "Mondays With Michelle Obama," a four-week series of videos in which Michelle will read popular children's books aloud. The series is in support of the Penguin Random House literacy initiative, "Read Together, Be Together," and PBS's "Read-Alongs," which have been taking place on YouTube. "As a little kid, I loved to read aloud. And when I became a parent, I found such joy in sharing the magic of storytelling with my own children-and then later, as Firs...

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53 Effortlessly Cool Baby Names For Boys in 2020

Trying to find that perfect baby name for your child can be tough. You want it to fit with your last name and other kids' names, but also with your aesthetic. If you're looking for a name for your son that can only be described as effortlessly cool and hip [insert face with sunglasses emoji], there are so many boys' names that fit that description. Check out some of the coolest baby names for boys (many of which would be super cute for girls, too) ahead. Related: The Cutest Names For Baby Boys Cool Baby Boy Names Ace Arlo Axel Beckett Bishop Bowie Brooks Bryant Camden Chance Colt Crew Dalla...

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Meet Magnolia Earl, the First-Ever Adopted Child to Be Named a Gerber Baby!

There's a new Gerber baby in town, and she is beyond adorable! Magnolia Earl, who will celebrate her first birthday on May 9, was selected as the Gerber Baby for 2020. Although Magnolia is the definition of sweet, her win is historical for a different reason: she's the first-ever adopted baby to be featured in the campaign since it began in 1928. Magnolia's parents, Courtney and Russell Earl, officially adopted Magnolia last year after waiting six months. Magnolia also has two older sisters, Whitney, 12, and Charlotte, 8, who is also adopted. Related: Need a Laugh? This Dad's Spoof on What ...

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105 Unique Boy Names You'll Fall in Love With

Are you on the hunt for an unusual baby boy name? We've looked at the United States Social Security Administration's list of the most popular names and rounded up an A-to-Z of 105 rare boy names. Using a ranking system where 1 is the most common name, these unique boy names all have a rank of 901 or greater! But before we reveal the names, check out a few interesting trends we noted among them. Related: The Most Popular Boy Names From 100 Years Ago Unusual and Trendy Boy Names Although they're less commonly used, some of the names on this list still follow recent trends. Agustin and Thaddeu...

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Old Navy Is Selling Reusable Cloth Masks For the Whole Family in Fun Surprise Patterns

Old Navy is adding nonmedical-grade face masks to its lineup of products for the whole family, in compliance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's recommendation that all people over the age of 2 wear masks when in public. The reusable cloth masks will come in packs of five for both adults and kids, and in assorted surprise patterns made with excess fabrics from other products as a way to sustainably source the materials. In addition to making affordable masks available for customers to buy, Old Navy is making a donation of 50,000 masks to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. ...

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Saturday Night Live Delivered a Special PSA For Parents: "Let Kids Drink"

Saturday Night Live has a message for parents during this time: "Let kids drink." In a sketch called "Song For the Kids," which quickly sparked conversation on social media, the cast members joke about some advice for families. "Let kids drink just like mom and dad," they sing, adding, "If they've got a little buzz on, would it really be that bad?" Cut to scenes of toddlers drinking from a different kind of bottle, and babies cuddled up with wine. Even Frozen's Josh Gad joined in for an Olaf cameo, singing, "And now here's a bedtime story: it's vodka, soda, lime." Watch the video, which inc...

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Bring the Force Into Your Family's Kitchen With These New Star Wars Containers and Plates

The Force is about to be with your family's kitchen! Pyrex and Corelle have teamed up to release a new Star Wars collection of the cutest appetizer and salad plates, as well as food storage containers. Featuring cartoon versions of your favorite Star Wars characters like Luke Skywalker, Yoda, and Chewbacca, these fun kitchen items will make leftovers and eating vegetables more fun than they've ever been! Keep reading to see all of the new pieces in this adorable limited-edition collection - including a Baby Yoda container coming May 11! - then, catch the latest Star Wars movie installment o...

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After Years of IVF, Mother's Day Isn't About Gifts For Me - It's About Gratitude

When I was a little girl, Mother's Day was all about going with my dad to find my mom the perfect gift so she wouldn't be disappointed on the special day. Some years, we chose wisely. Other years, well, let's just say a new Dustbuster was not the best gift choice. On that one special Sunday in May, we would all get dressed up and enjoy a fancy dinner with my family. It wasn't a supersentimental day other than the gift giving and dinner. Fast forward to it being my turn to be on the receiving end of Mother's Day. The last thing I think about on Mother's Day is a gift. Forgive the cliché, but...

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Based on 2019's Trends, These Are Going to Be the Most Popular Baby Names of 2020

Based on the most popular names of 2019, it's safe to say that many parents' tastes in baby names are shifting. Between the rise in gender-neutral names and the fact that many are moving away from choosing classics like Mary or Edward, there's been more room for less common names - some unique, some that just haven't been used in a while. If you're going to be naming a baby in 2020, take a peek at our predictions for what will be some of the most popular names for boys, girls, or either. Related: 20 Trends That Will Define 2020 The Most Popular Names of 2020 Predictions Archie Arlo Atlas Be...

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