Stranger Things Gives My Kids The Perfect Power They should always know someone is ready to believe them. Samantha Darby Stranger Things and its nostalgia-fueled (and nightmarish) romp through childhood has deeply affected us all. For some, it’s a reminde... See more
“More Play” Is My 2026 Phrase
I'm leaning into roller skates and board games and hide-and-seek with my kids.
Samantha Darby
Motherhood has come with some of the best (and most humbling) lessons, but one of my personal favorites is learning how to truly ta... See more
Sophie Kinsella’s Books Reminded Me: I Am Enough Her way of bringing to life flawed, messy characters who weren't afraid to be themselves healed so much for teenage me. Samantha Darby Sophie Kinsella, prolific author, has died at the age of 55. Diagnosed ... See more
11 Christmas Crafts To Do With Your Big Kids Because at least teens don’t need help with the hot glue. Samantha Darby One thing about me: I am never going to assume my kids are ever too big for anything, especially Christmas traditions. Christmas is a hol... See more
13 Gifts For Your Kid’s Christmas Eve Box Because they just need a little special somethin’ somethin’. Samantha Darby Of all the traditions that have come out over the last decade or so, Christmas Eve boxes have been one of the most controversial. (Don’t ... See more