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Melissa Willets

Melissa Willets is a writer with over a decade of experience working for leading parenting and pop culture sites.

Melissa's original work has been featured on Today.com, and in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and the Daily Mail. She has taken part in segments for HLN and the BBC to talk about parenting and marriage.

Publications

  • Parents
    34 articles

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  • We Asked 1,200 Families About Their Eating Habits—And 82% Prioritize This One Thing
    8 May—Parents
    Parents' new Family Food Study shows there's still a focus on eating together—and we are so glad to see it! Fact checked by Sarah Scott Comments The family dinner is still a thing, with 82% of families still making it a priority. Family dinners are a time to connect and catch up. The cost of feeding your family is rising. Families report going over budget for about four months of the year. With six children who participate in different activities—always on conflicting days and times—it’s not...
  • What Every Parent Should Consider When Selecting a Graduation Gift
    29 Apr—Parents
    It’s the end of the school year, which means it's graduation time. And kids of all ages are putting on their finest clothes, squeezing on their caps, and getting ready to walk across that stage. Whether it's a preschool, elementary school, middle school, high school, or college graduation—each milestone is exciting and worth celebrating. But when it's graduation season, it seems like the soirees are never-ending and the expectation around gift giving can become quite cumbersome. So, if your...
  • Is The TikTok Trend 'I'm So Hungry I Could Eat a Kid' Cute or Concerning?
    23 Apr—Parents
    We know young kids tend to take things very literally. Experts weigh in on whether this trend could have a negative effect on them. Comments A TikTok trend in which parents tell their young offspring, "I'm so hungry I could eat a kid," is the latest craze to hit social media. While there’s no doubt the videos feature cute little ones and are intended just for laughs, mental health professionals say what some parents view as harmless fun may actually be affecting children in unplanned...
  • Like Natalie Joy, I Had 2 Miscarriages in 2 Months—And It Takes Toll on You
    29 Mar—Parents
    Experts share what to expect emotionally and physically when you experience repeat miscarriages. Former Bachelor Nick Viall’s wife, Natalie Joy Viall, has revealed she suffered a second miscarriage in just two months. On March 24, 2025, the podcaster took to her Instagram Stories to share heartwrenching details behind her series of losses. After bravely announcing her first miscarriage in January, Joy said she soon learned she was expecting. "While mourning the loss of our second baby at the...
  • New Survey Reveals Surprising Reasons Parents Are Less Worried About Kids Playing Video Games
    19 Mar—Parents
    According to a new survey, negative perceptions of esports are a thing of the past. Comments In This Article Key Takeaways New survey finds that more parents are supporting their children's gaming interests. Research shows that gaming has benefits such as better problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills—and can even be a potential future career path. However, balance is key, as too much screen time can still be harmful. Traditionally, many parents have not had the most...