• Between 18 and 24 months, screen time should be limited to watching educational programming with a caregiver.
• For children 2-5, limit non-educational screen time to about 1 hour per weekday and 3 hours on weekend days.

Instead of beating ourselves up for allowing our kids to watch a show, speech-language pathologist Moira Chrzanowski suggests that we take the opportunity to help our little ones develop their language skills. “For the most part in that zero to five age range, verbal language skills should be your top priority as far as education goes, and that includes listening and speaking skills.”

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Some shows do a much better job at teaching these skills, Chrzanowski explains on her TikTok account @rooted.in.language. “When choosing media that’s going to be high quality for your kid, you need to intentionally choose based on what’s age appropriate that hits that zone of proximal development… that means they’re actually able to engage and learn, not [something] that’s way above their head so they disengage and become passive listeners.”

These are the three shows she recommends and why they are so great:

1. Miss Rachel: “She expertly employs a parentese, child-directed style of speaking. She specifically targets the articulation of speech sounds and vocabulary building. She shamelessly exploits the power of song and repetition to great effect, and she explicitly teaches vocabulary and scripts for functional social routines and common activities—things like getting dressed for different weather, bedtime, playground play, going to the zoo, going to a birthday party. All of these strategies target big, complex skills and target them well, making her show the ‘chef’s kiss’ for having an actual impact on language development,” Chrzanowski says.
2. Peppa Pig: “What I like about Peppa is the short and relatable story arcs, shorter than Bluey. Yes. Bluey episodes aren’t long, but they’re too long for a lot of two-year-olds. And a lot of the Bluey topics are complex, which mostly go over a two-year-old’s head and therefore don’t hold their attention,” Chrzanowski explains. “Peppa Pig episodes are under five minutes long. They’re simple, they’re happy, they’re the kind of plots a two-year-old can begin to follow… The best part about Peppa Pig for building language skills is the slow rate of speech. The dialogue and narration in Peppa Pig is noticeably slower than your average rate of speech.”
3. Daniel Tiger: “The best feature of Daniel Tiger is its use of short repeated songs to address daily feelings, problems, and experiences. I’m talking [about] little ditties that are 10 seconds or less. Each little melody surrounds a particular theme and is repeated frequently across a single episode,” Chrzanowski says. “This aspect of Daniel Tiger is the main reason I find it so effective for building language skills—because it hits two key checkpoints for language learning: memory and motivation. Memorable because of the short, repetitive, catchy tunes a lot like commercial jingles. Motivating because the topics are highly relevant and immediately applicable to toddlers’ little lives.

So there you have it! The next time you need to pull out a screen, cut yourself some slack and remember that you’re helping them become better communicators in every way possible.

The following mom-and-daughter TV shows do just that. Our picks feature women in all their forms: teens on the road to self-discovery, superheroes in spandex, and Mother Nature’s formidable matriarchs in the wild. So, whether you’re after comedy, reality, animation, or drama, you’ll find it here in our curation of the essential shows every mom and daughter should watch together.

TV Shows for Moms and Younger Daughters

Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur

Marvel continues to spotlight women and girls with a new generation of female superheroes. Lunella Lafayette, a tween genius, works alongside her trusty sidekick, a T-rex, as they keep New York’s Lower East Side safe. Moms and their daughters can cheer on the young Black superhero who is both strong and intelligent. The show has some mild language and perilous situations. 

Where to stream: Disney +
Age recommendation: 7+

Floor is Lava

In this action-packed game show, teams of people from all walks of life compete to win $10,000. This all takes place in a room filled with rising lava. Mothers and daughters can cheer for teams as they watch them work together to win. Based on the kids’ game, this family-friendly show will keep you glued to your screen. 

Where to stream: Netflix
Age recommendation: 7+

The Great British Baking Show

This drama-free, family-friendly show is a contest celebrating the joys of baking. Moms can use baking tips from the show and create another opportunity to bond with their daughters in their kitchens. There is some very mild language and alcohol is often used as an ingredient. 

Where to stream: Netflix
Age recommendation: 7+

Family Reboot

In this family-centric show, families reconnect on a week-long journey. This fun and touching reality series allows families to disconnect from their hectic lives as they work alongside ‘guides’ (therapists and life coaches) to come together for activities and games. Mothers and daughters may see aspects of their lives reflected on the small screen as they watch together. 

Where to stream: Disney +
Age recommendation: 8+

The Baby-Sitters Club  

Five young girls band together to start a babysitting club in this coming-of-age series. Moms will love this show based on the classic book series many of them grew up reading, and daughters will love the close-knit group of friends who not only share babysitting jobs but intimate secrets and an unbreakable bond. The girls also use their keen business sense to start their babysitting service, showing young girls everywhere the entrepreneurial spirit is not reserved for just males. Moms should be aware there are many sensitive subjects discussed on the show, like gender identity and divorce, providing many teachable moments. 

Where to stream: Netflix
Age recommendation: 9+

TV Shows for Moms and Older Daughters

Ms. Marvel

Superhero fan girl Kamala struggles with fitting in. When she discovers that she has superhero powers, life quickly changes. The diverse representation of a strong and intelligent female superhero will appeal to both mothers and their daughters. Ms. Marvel is both the first Muslim and Pakistani superhero. The series has some language and violence. 

Where to stream: Disney +
Age recommendation: 10+

Queens

Led by an entirely female team, Queens explores the corners of Alaska, Mexico, Central America, and Africa, telling the stories of Mother Nature’s creatures through a female lens. Angela Bassett narrates the docuseries, which gets up close and personal with female bonobos, bees, elephants, lions, and more–all sisters, single mothers, and grandmothers whose stories of love and sacrifice just might mirror your own. Check out the trailer, sound-tracked to Billy Eilish’s moody “You Should See Me in a Crown,” here. It’ll give you an idea of how formidable these wild matriarchs are.

Where to stream: Disney+
Age recommendation: 10+

The Owl House

Cartoons have come such a long way from the pandering half-hour waste just trying to sell toys of your youth. Today, kids are consuming high-quality shows like Steven Universe, Adventure Time, and She-Ra and the Princesses of Power–all of which have tremendous depth, powerful narratives, and inclusive characters. The Owl House is another. Here, Luz Noceda, a 14-year-old Afro-Latina, stumbles into a magical realm, leaving her mother, Camila, a widow, and veterinarian behind in the human world. As the episodes continue, the two learn more about each other and themselves.

Where to stream: Disney+
Age recommendation: 10+

Abbott Elementary

This funny sitcom, shot in mockumentary style, features a group of teachers in a fictional Philadelphia public school. The comedy series was created by Quinta Brunson, whose mother was a teacher. Similar to the shooting style of The Office and Modern Family, two of the show’s character’s relationships may be the real draw for mothers and their daughters. While Janine and Barbara are not mother and daughter, the relationship that develops between the school teachers and co-workers is a shining and hysterical example of a realistic mother-daughter relationship. There is some mild language and potty-style humor. 

Where to stream: Hulu
Age recommendation: 10+

Wednesday

This Netflix show shifts its lens to Wednesday, the precocious and wonderfully morbid daughter of Morticia and Gomez Addams. When Wednesday is sent to her parent’s Alma Mater, Nevermore Academy, she finds mystery, friendship, and a world where she finally fits in. Featuring a strong female lead, Wednesday also showcases a realistic mother-daughter relationship between the titular character and her mom, which makes this a must-see mom-and-daughter show. Be aware there is some inappropriate language and images that may be frightening.

Where to stream: Netflix 
Age recommendation: 11+

Angel City

In 2020, actress, activist, and mother Natalie Portman joined forces with entrepreneurs Kara Nortman and Julie Uhrman to launch the Angel City Football Club, a women’s professional soccer team based in Los Angeles. And since its founding, the team has been crazy successful on the field and in the stands where A-listers fill the seats. This Max docuseries explores the team’s origin story: mothers, daughters, and women rewriting the playbook to make the system finally work for them.

Where to stream: Max
Age recommendation: 11+

Black-ish

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In this popular sitcom, the Johnsons show what life is like for an upper-class Black family in modern-day Los Angeles. Bow and Dre raise their five children while working as a doctor and advertising executive. This funny and poignant series is perfect for moms and daughters because it portrays a mother who balances motherhood and a successful career while honestly pointing out just how difficult that can be. 

Where to stream: Disney+
Age recommendation: 11+

Never Have I Ever

A hilarious and heartwarming peek into teen-dom, this sitcom is a semi-autobiographical take on the high school experience of funny lady Mindy Kaling, who grew up a first-generation Indian American, like her protagonist, Davi. In the very first episode, you learn that Davi’s dad dies of a heart attack. The tragedy both strains and solidifies the relationship between her and her mother, and over four seasons, the two ebb and flow as Davi dates, effs up, and applies to college.

Where to watch: Netflix
Age recommendation: 12+

Stranger Things

If you haven’t watched this yet, make it a priority! A group of friends discovers they are living above an alternate and frightening version of their world. While the show features some genuinely scary moments that grow more terrifying each season, it also focuses on friendship, loyalty, and perseverance. Mothers and daughters can bond over their shared experiences of what it is/was like to be a tween as they watch this action-packed coming-of-age. 

Where to stream: Netflix
Age recommendation: 12+

Related: 33 Ways for a Mother & Daughter to Spend Time Together

Anne with an E

Based on L.M. Montgomery’s beloved novel Anne of Green Gables, this Netflix series chronicles the life of a young orphan girl and her adventures while living on Prince Edward Island. Moms will especially love the strong-willed and determined Anne as a role model for young girls. The beautiful scenery, the relationships, and the home Anne finds make this a worthwhile binge for mothers and daughters. This modern retelling is much darker than previous versions of Anne’s story and is better for kids 12 and over. 

Where to stream: Netflix
Age recommendation: 12+

Paper Girls

It’s been called Stranger Things but with girls. And we’ll give it to them. There are some similarities: the ’80s setting, kids on bikes, scary-not-scary sci-fi. But Prime’s Paper Girls, adapted from the comics by Brian K. Vaughan, is so much deeper than a Netflix dupe. On its surface, the series follows four 12-year-olds who time-travel to 2019 on their paper route and team up with their future selves to save humanity. But at its core, it’s an incredibly rich character study and journey to self-discovery that both mothers and daughters will relish unearthing together.

Where to stream: Prime Video
Age recommendation: 14+

Related: Mother-Daughter Duo Make History Piloting Southwest Flight Together

Gilmore Girls

This classic mom-and-daughter show features a single mom and teenage daughter navigating life in small-town Connecticut. The most appealing aspect for moms and daughters will be the enviable relationship between Lorelai and Rory Gilmore, but be warned that Gilmore Girls has some mature and sensitive content like sex and underage drinking; this is best left to older kids and their moms. 

Where to stream: Netflix
Age recommendation: 14+

—with additional reporting by DeAnna Janes

The EggVenturers

This original YouTube children’s show created by GoldieBlox follows a resourceful team of eggs who navigate a series of problems that require building chain reaction machines. It’s perfect for kids who are interested in STEM, how machines work, and of course, love to laugh.

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse

“Oh, Toodles!” Did you know you can watch Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and the gang on YouTube? Yup, this show has been entertaining tots for years, and you can get full episodes of this kids’ show by checking out the Disney Junior channel.

Bluey

Everyone’s favorite Blue Heeler pup is on YouTube! Subscribe to the official Bluey channel for full episodes, bonus bits, and fun family segments.

Peter Rabbit

Based on Beatrix Potter’s beloved character, this animated series on YouTube follows that curious rabbit and his friends (think Benjamin, Mr. Fisher, and other iconic Potter animals) through the woods, into Mr. MacGregor’s garden, and much more.

Blippi

Blippi is an original YouTube children’s show that’s super popular with the little ones. Since he’s pretty much a household name at this point, we don’t have to say much else!

Related: ’90’s TV Shows to Watch with the Kids

PAW Patrol

Everyone’s favorite pup heroes can be found on YouTube! Head to their official channel and find hundreds of your kids’ favorite episodes and seasons. There are also live streams and compilations.

Pinkalicious and Peterrific

Catch full-length episodes of this PBS Kids pick on YouTube. If your child is a fan, they can watch the show whenever they want—and for free.

Masters of the Univers: He-Man

This free kids show on YouTube show brings a definite sense of nostalgia. Follow Prince Adam of Eternia (aka He-Man) and his friends as they battle the evil Skeletor—all by the power of Greyskull, of course.

Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan

Tyler Perry brings rapper Young Dylan to this perfect-for-your-tween Nickelodeon show. Check out the full free episodes on the Nickelodeon YouTube channel.

Related: 100+ Movies Every Kid Needs to See Before They Grow Up

Read-Along with PBS Kids

You can’t get to the local library for an IRL story time. Don’t worry, PBS Kids has you covered. Hear stories read by beloved authors, such as Marc Brown and Victoria Kann.

It’s Okay to Be Smart

Joe Hanson, Ph.D. explains why we’re ticklish, how trees can fight climate change, and other science topics in this PBS Digital Studios show. While the content is probably over your tot’s head, it’s perfect for older kids and tweens.

Related: 40 YouTube Channels Just for Kids

Sabrina the Animated Series

WildBrain brings your family animated full-length episodes featuring 12-year-old Sabrina Spellman and the rest of the gang. While it’s not the same as the Melissa Joan Hart version, your older kiddo will get a kick out of it.

Star Wars Kids

Would your young Jedi sit in front of a Star Wars-themed screen for hours? If you’re looking for a way to get in some galactic entertainment, minus a day-long binge-fest, the Star Wars Kids YouTube channel features under five-minute looks at fan fave films!

Blaze and the Monster Machines

If your child is a fan of this Nick Jr. show, they can watch full-length Blaze and the Monster Machines episodes on YouTube. Along with the show, kids can also catch monster truck madness sing-alongs and learn through Blaze’s latest adventure activities.

Related: 12 YouTube Workouts for New Moms (They’re Free & Fun!)

Sesame Street

For more than 50 years, Sesame Street has entertained and educated children across the globe. Catch full episodes featuring Elmo, Cookie Monster, and all your little one’s favorite friends when you subscribe to the childhood classic on YouTube.

Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood

You can find full episodes of this popular preschool show inspired by the original Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood on PBS’s YouTube channel.

Sid the Science Kid

Enjoy videos about Sid the Science Kid from the Jim Henson Company. Kids can enjoy episodes that teach about washing their hands and growing up.

Sesame Street

This classic children’s television show began in 1969 with puppets created by visionary Jim Henson. The show originally premiered on public broadcast television, but in 2015, it also moved to HBO with first-run episodes. It continues to focus on the relationships between the humans and puppets who live on the famous street. 

Where it’s streaming: Max

Why it’s great for toddlers: Sesame Street educates using songs and skits that hold the attention of the wiggliest of toddlers, even five decades after its initial air date. Not only will toddlers learn the basics of numbers and letters, but Sesame Street teaches social and emotional skills like acceptance, kindness, and inclusion. Parents will love the human celebrity guest stars, like Samuel L. Jackson and Tina Fey, who appear alongside kids’ favorite puppets.

Octonauts

This children’s television series focuses on different ocean species while promoting conservation. The underwater adventurers, a cat, a penguin, and a bear, take toddlers with them as they explore and hone in on one species per episode. The series got a spinoff in 2021 that focuses on land-based creatures. Octonauts: Above and Beyond is an excellent supplement to the original and is available on Netflix. 

Where it’s streaming: Netflix 

Why it’s great for toddlers: The show comes from the book series created by Meomi. With its friendly and engaging underwater crew led by Captain Barnacles, toddlers won’t realize how much they are learning because they’re having too much fun. Focusing on one species per episode will not overwhelm toddlers, making it easily digestible for a group with a limited attention span. 

Bluey

As far as toddler TV shows go, this one has serious cult classic status because Bluey appeals to parents and their littles, which is no easy feat. Featuring a family of dogs, Australian Heelers to be exact, the series focuses on the games made up by Bluey and her kid sister, Bingo. 

Where it’s streaming: Disney+ 

Why it’s great for toddlers: Bluey focuses on imaginative play, which will hold the attention of play-driven toddlers everywhere. Toddlers will also identify with Bluey’s insatiable curiosity and boundless energy because it may mirror their own. Parents will appreciate the endless Easter Eggs dropped throughout the series. 

Mickey Mouse Funhouse

Mickey and friends have been entertaining children for decades. In this newest iteration, which first aired in 2021, a pleasant talking house named Funny sends Mickey and crew on some incredible and exciting adventures. Funny can also shape-shift based on the surrounding location. 

Where it’s streaming: Disney+ 

Why it’s great for toddlers: Mickey has long-held appeal for young children. Toddlers will be enthralled by colorful animation and the different worlds Mickey and his friends travel to with the help of Funny. At the end of each episode, toddlers are encouraged to move their bodies during a “wiggle giggle” song. Parents may even spot the celebrity voice of John Stamos as Captain Salty Bones in a special guest star role. 

Peppa Pig

A charming show with simple animation and characters will be easy for toddlers to understand. It also may result in them speaking in a delightful British accent or using undeniably adorable British terms like ‘telly’ and ‘queue.’ The series follows the adventures of a pig family consisting of four-year-old Peppa, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, and Peppa’s brother, George. 

Where it’s streaming: Paramount+

Why it’s great for toddlers: This TV show for toddlers will hold their attention with its charming Britishisms and the exciting and easy-to-follow adventures and friendships of Peppa and her family. Peppa Pig also features multiple animal species living harmoniously in Peppatown. 

SuperKitties

This Disney Junior show premiered in 2023 and features four superhero cats facing a variety of villains. From the SuperKitty Cavern, their underground headquarters, cats Bitsy, Buddy, Sparks, and Ginny use their superpowers to work together to keep the city of Kittydale safe. 

Where it’s streaming: Disney +

Why it’s great for toddlers: Not only will the fantastic cats and their sensational superpowers keep toddlers on the edge of their seats, but the show also features a treasure trove of social and emotional lessons. The cats are kind and use logic and empathy when dealing with the villains instead of fighting.

Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood

This TV show for toddlers is a spinoff from the legendary childhood series Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. With his caring crew from the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, Daniel explores the typical world of a young child by learning the same lessons they do. 

Where it’s streaming: PBS Kids 

Why it’s great for toddlers: Toddlers will see their lives reflected in Daniel’s as the young tiger does his best to navigate social and emotional lessons such as sharing, waiting, and regulating difficult emotions. Simple songs will keep toddlers engaged while solidifying these skills and identifying strategies to help them along the way. Parents will appreciate the nod to Fred Rogers with each show, beginning with Daniel tying his shoes and putting on his red sweater as the children’s television pioneer did over his many decades teaching them. 

Tumble Leaf

Talking blue fox, Fig and his friend Stick, a caterpillar, join the other residents of Tumble Leaf Island in science-based adventures. From his shipwreck home, Fig discovers how things work. 

Where it’s streaming: Amazon Prime 

Why it’s great for toddlers: Each episode of Tumble Leaf is broken down into two shorter stories, making it easier for attention-span-challenged toddlers to remain engaged. The colorful and exciting animation will also appeal to toddlers. Peppered in with the science lessons are positive social and emotional lessons that parents will love. 

Elinor Wonders Why

Elinor, an adventurous bunny filled with wonder, and her friends, Olive, an elephant, and Ari, a bat, figure out answers to some intriguing science-based questions. Topics explore everything from whether animals get hiccups to the reason behind the changing color of leaves. Elinor and her Animal Town pals take young viewers along on their journey. 

Where it’s streaming: PBS Kids 

Why it’s great for toddlers: The series fosters curiosity and keeps toddlers engaged by presenting exciting content in a fun and easy-to-understand way. Parents will also enjoy learning about science and nature alongside their kids, making this one of the rare toddler TV shows that is fun for the whole family. 

Llama Llama

Based on the popular children’s book series by Anna Dewdney, this Netflix TV show for toddlers features Llama and his mama. With the littlest llama learning lessons and meeting friends, the adventures include a talent show, a new neighbor, and a family vacation. 

Where it’s streaming: Netflix 

Why it’s great for toddlers: Llama will hold the attention of the littlest littles with his relatable stories from episode to episode, like losing a tooth and the fear surrounding a visit to the doctor. Parents will enjoy the social and emotional lessons and exposure to early literacy, such as rhyming. They may also enjoy catching Jennifer Garner’s voice as Mama Llama.

Kiya and the Kimoja Heroes

This new show, which premiered in 2023, features Kiya, a young girl from Africa, and her friends. Kiya loves martial arts and dance and uses a crystal headband to access superpowers and keep her community safe. 

Where it’s streaming: Disney+

Why it’s great for toddlers: Movement is essential for the tot lot, and Kiya and her friends know how to move. She becomes a dance ninja with the help of her magic headband. Toddlers will love to dance alongside Kiya and her crew. Parents will love the themes of teamwork and persistence and the show’s emphasis on diversity. 

Dora the Explorer

Young Dora breaks the fourth wall by engaging with viewers as she goes on adventures with her bestie, Boots the Monkey, and with the help of several tools, including a talking backpack and map. She meets many friends along the way, including Tico, Grumpy Old Troll, and Swiper the Fox. 

Where it’s streaming: Paramount+ 

Why it’s great for toddlers: Toddlers will respond to the interactive way Dora includes them in her adventures with questions and facts. They will also learn the recurring cast of characters Dora interacts with on her journeys. Parents will love the positive and diverse role model Dora provides and the multilingual aspect of the series. 

Super Why

Four fairytale superheroes help young kids learn the skills they need to begin their adventures as readers. In Storybook Village, the series allows viewers to enjoy classic stories like The Three Little Pigs, The Ugly Duckling, and Goldilocks and the Three Bears. 

Where it’s streaming: PBS Kids 

Why it’s great for toddlers: Toddlers will love (and remain engaged) when they are literally pulled into an interactive storybook experience with Whyatt and the Super Readers. They will also love dancing to the catchy theme song, helping them get the wiggles out before settling in to watch the show. 

Blue’s Clues

This legendary Nickelodeon show premiered in 1996. It followed human host Steve Burns as he and his loveable cartoon dog, Blue, use clues to help figure something out. The toddler TV show has blossomed into a feature film and another modern iteration called Blue’s Clues & You, with human host Josh and Blue, which first aired in 2019. 

Where it’s streaming: Paramount+ 

Why it’s great for toddlers: The show allows toddlers to interact as they help find clues, which keeps the youngest viewers engaged and entertained. While Blue’s Clues will hold toddlers’ attention, it will also educate them with color and shape recognition and number identification. Parents who grew up watching Blue may find a nostalgic return to their childhood days. 

Gabby’s Dollhouse

Gabby and her feline friend, Pandy Paws, take young viewers on amazing adventures through her dollhouse, which has magical worlds and fun-filled surprises. Every episode opens with a Dollhouse Delivery where real-live 12-year-old Gabby unboxes something from the MeowMeow Mailbox before becoming an animated version of herself and going on a dollhouse adventure. 

Where it’s streaming: Netflix

Why it’s great for toddlers: The interactive storytelling in the series will hold your toddler’s attention and allow them to participate in each episode. Gabby also features themes of teamwork and friendship, which will appeal to parents. 

Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go!

This animated TV show for toddlers introduces young viewers to Thomas the Tank Engine and his many friends. Parents may have watched the original show featuring an older version of Thomas, called Thomas & Friends, based on the book series of the same name. Once again, audiences follow the many adventures of Thomas and his crew as they navigate the fictional island of Sodor. 

Where it’s streaming: Netflix

Why it’s great for toddlers: Both fun and charming, this series, like the original, is sure to entertain toddlers and hold their attention. The show also teaches teamwork, problem-solving, and other essential life lessons in such an incredible way that toddlers won’t even realize they are learning. 

Paw Patrol 

One of the longer-running toddler TV shows, Paw Patrol features a half dozen dogs as they protect their city with the help of Ryder, a young boy. These rescue pups each take on the role of a helpful resource, like firefighters, police officers, excavators, and ocean rescue teams. 

Where it’s streaming: Noggin and Paramount+

Why it’s great for toddlers: Each episode follows a consistent pattern, making it easy for even the youngest viewers to follow. What will keep toddlers watching, though, is the excellent skills, tools, and vehicles the individual rescue pups have.

Ahead, a list of amazing tween-approved fare you both may have missed. After scouring the TV guide and streamers, we’ve whittled down a thoughtful group of TV shows for tweens. From brand-new options on Apple TV+ and elevated animated offerings on Netflix, to under-the-radar finds on Disney+ and the very best network shows to watch with the entire family—we’ve got it all. So, hide their phones, pop some corn, and hit play on the best TV show for tweens and everyone in b’tween.

Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts

Netflix is an embarrassment of animated riches. From She-Ra and the Princesses of Power to Avatar: The Last Airbender, the platform is a hotbed of empowering fantasies that are fun for the entire fam. This gem from the DreamWorks TV arm is no exception. About a 13-year-old “burrow girl” who takes on the apocalypse, it’s brimming with adventure, lush visuals, and socially relevant topics.

Watch it on Netflix

Camp Snoopy

The latest collaboration from Apple TV+ and WildBrain sees Charlie Brown head to summer camp with his friends, as Snoopy and Woodstock conquer the great outdoors as Beagle Scouts. We include this vibrantly animated toon, because a) It’s refreshing to see a classic handled with such care as it’s ushered into a modern era where emotional complexities and nuanced character-building take precedence, and 2) no one is ever too young or too old to take away Snoopy’s life lessons.

Watch it on Apple TV+

SciGirls

Reality TV is bloated with fodder that shreds brain cells and offers nada in terms of role models. SciGirls, an Emmy-winning series whose goal is to get girls passionate about STEM, does the opposite. In each episode, animated besties Izzie and Jake embark on an adventure and then call on the SciGirls for their expertise. That’s when real tweens, who use science, technology, engineering, and math to explore the world around them, take over the screen and inspire every viewer.

Watch it on PBS

Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous

This animated Jurassic Park offshoot tags along with 12-year-old Darius Bowman and his friends at an adventure camp crawling with real dinosaurs. And like its origin film, the dinos—and their really big, carnivorous teeth—wreak havoc. When you’re done bingeing all five seasons of this TV show for tweens, queue up the next chapter, Chaos Theory, which catches up with 19-year-old Darius and launches into even bigger thrills.

Watch it on Netflix

Detention Adventure

Usually, kids want to stay out of detention, but for the foursome in this adventure TV show for tweens, getting into trouble is exactly the plan. Here’s why: There’s a trap door in the detention room leading to the secret lab of Alexander Graham Bell. A fun watch that weaves history and humor into a heart-pumping mystery, this one is also built on themes like cooperation, friendship, and compromise.

Watch it on Dailymotion

High School Musical: The Musical: The Series

HSMTMTS, a spinoff of the hit trilogy, is set in a fictional world where the school in the movies is real, and the students in attendance are now honoring their cinematic legacy with an HSM stage production (it’s all very meta). Representation and diversity are on display as the Wildcats of East High belt out old favorites and new songs in an elevated mockumentary style that’ll make your tweens feel seen.

Watch it on Disney+

Related: 18 Movies Your Tweens Will Watch Without Rolling Their Eyes

Me

Streaming on July 12, Me is Apple TV+’s answer to the Marvel-filled digital shelves of Disney+. The narrative follows a 12-year-old who learns that he can become other people. Touting the tagline, “When you have the power to become anyone, how do you define yourself,” this family series wrestles with themes of self-discovery and identity (and every other issue potent during preteen puberty).

Watch it on Apple TV+

Abbott Elementary

In 2021, Quinta Brunson launched a network series that would change the face of primetime. Now, four seasons deep and four Primetime Emmys later, the humble mocku-style show about the teachers at an elementary school in Philadelphia is still going strong. Empathetic, honest, and above all hilarious, Abbott Elementary is more than a wonderful, family-friendly show; it’s an homage to all the caring and incredibly patient educators who got you and your kids through grade school.

Watch it on ABC

Diary of a Future President

Borrowed from the writings of series’ creator Ilana Pena, this two-season Disney series is one Cuban-American girl’s quest to reach the Oval Office. She just has to get through middle school first. As Elena enters seventh grade, she jots down every anxiety a tween faces, with Jane the Virgin star Gina Rodriguez playing her future self. Funny and relatable, it’s an A+ dramedy about dreaming big.

Watch it on Dailymotion

Harlan Coben’s Shelter

Inspired by the YA crime books by Harlan Coben, Shelter is a series that might be for the older tweens in the household, as it deals with emotionally hefty issues like death, rehab, and missing persons. You have Mickey Bolitar, a junior in high school who lives with his aunt and finds himself pulled into a head-scratching mystery suitable for Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys fans. A note: This series contains a bit of cursing, so if that’s an issue for you, hold off on this one until the kids are even older.

Watch it on Prime Video

Cobra Kai

The sixth and final season of the Karate Kid spinoff hits Netflix in July, so there’s no better time than the present to catch up with bitter frenemies Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence, and the battle of the Valley dojos. Seriously, we can’t say enough amazing things about this reboot: Diversity, representation, unpredictability, girls kicking butt—this series does the Miyagiverse very proud.

Watch it on Netflix

Ms. Marvel

Ms. Marvel introduces Kamala Khan, a 16-year-old Pakistani American girl from Jersey City who happens to also be harboring some really cool superpowers. Realizing her shapeshifting talent one day, she hits the town to save humanity. Heads up: According to most parenting websites, this girl-power series is great for kids 10 and up, but midseason the fight scenes begin to get somewhat graphic and violent.

Watch it on Disney+

Wednesday

Tim Burton gives the forever sardonic Wednesday Addams her due in his first television series. Jenna Ortega stars as the titular 15-year-old student at Nevermore. And taking some artistic license, the series merges the supernatural with the human in a narrative embroiled in monsters, mystery, and the macabre. Reasons your tweens will love this one? Challenging the status quo, redefining the norm, and celebrating individuality abound.

Watch it on Netflix

Workin’ Moms

Catherine Reitman–daughter of Ivan, sister of Jason–is the funny bone behind this mom-com, as she created the series based on her own “flawed” experiences as a new mom. She also stars in the show as Kate Foster, a public relations exec who returns to the office after maternity leave. A mix of dry humor and battle cry, Workin’ Moms isn’t afraid to tackle the hard stuff–like PPD–with the same love and care as the fun stuff–like spilled breast milk.

Stream it on Netflix

The Letdown

You don’t have to be from Down Under to relate to the discombobulation at the center of this Aussie dramedy series, which also stars its writer and creator. Alison Bell plays Audrey, a thirtysomething who refuses to be defined by the two-year-old holding her life hostage. As those around her, including her husband, continue on with their lives, Audrey seeks support at baby groups, helplessly watching the gulf between her new norm and the life she once lived widen.

Stream it on Netflix

Human Resources

A spinoff to Big Mouth, the raw and hilarious animated parenting show on TV about a bunch of Hormone Monsters and the angsty, pubescent preteens they’re assigned to, Human Resources is a peek into the mythical creatures’ workplace. The adults-only toon has only two seasons, but several episodes are must-sees for new moms because they star Ali Wong as Becca, a pregnant lawyer who struggles through birth, postpartum, and so much more with a reality that will hit home.

Stream it on Netflix

Catastrophe

What begins as a one-week stand for a Boston exec and an Irish schoolteacher turns into four seasons of some of the funniest R-rated comedy you can find streaming. The narrative unfolds around Sharon and Rob, the aforementioned couple, who continuously struggle to get romance, new parenthood, health, friendships, work, and every other adulting thing right in their lives. Spoiler alert: They never achieve that goal. But the point is, there’s beauty and hilarity in the mess.

Stream it on Prime Video

SMILF

Work/life/fun balance: We all know there’s no such thing, yet the quest to capture the unicorn continues. So goes the fantasy in SMILF, a blunt and in-your-face series created by its star, Frankie Shaw. As Bridgette, the twentysomething single mother of a toddler, she lives in a cramped apartment in Boston, takes freelance gigs just to make ends meet, and spends every other second proving she’s not the perfect role model–which is exactly the point. Perfection does not exist.

Stream it on Prime Video

Related: 11 Funny, In-Your-Face Shows Like ‘Workin Moms’

Jane the Virgin

Every mom’s experience is different, of course. But there are shared moments, like breastfeeding challenges, neglected hygiene, and test-result anxiety, that when portrayed well on the screen really hit home. Jane the Virgin, a brilliant take on a soapy telenovela, does just that. The narrative centers around a bonkers storyline about a religious young woman who gets accidentally artificially inseminated, but sprinkled throughout are magical moments of relatability new moms will love.

Stream it on Netflix

Ali Wong: Baby Cobra

Ali Wong is a marvel behind the mic. Always dropping bombs as stunning as her statement frames, she lets filthy jokes about pregnancy, gender roles, and feminism rip onstage–while her firstborn grows in her belly. Pro tip: The only way to properly watch this comedy special is to follow it up with the rest of Wong’s stand-up trilogy: Hard Knock Wife and Don Wong. It’s a full-circle moment that is so smart, so funny, and so human, it can only come from Wong.

Stream it on Netflix

Expecting Amy

Speaking of hilarious women, Amy Schumer documented welcoming her first baby for Max, revealing all the very un-glamorous realities she experienced as someone who went through nine months of hyperemesis gravidarum, or extreme and persistent vomiting during pregnancy. Here’s another pro tip: Follow up the three-part docuseries with Schumer’s first major stand-up special after giving birth, Amy Schumer: Emergency Contact.

Stream it on Max

Pramface

A British series full of heart and humor, Pramface offers an empathetic portrayal of teen pregnancy. Meet 16-year-old Jamie and 18-year-old Laura: He’s a kid concerned with exams, she’s on her way to uni, but all their plans are turned upside down after one night of partying. The best thing about this three-season series charting the ups and downs of unplanned pregnancy is the hopeful situation that’s possible when young people are supported rather than shamed in challenging times.

Stream it on Prime Video

Related: 25 Netflix Shows Every Parent Should Binge-Watch in 2024

9 Months With Courteney Cox

Infertility, cancer, disability, anxiety, uncertainty, and so much more are all on display in this intimate docuseries hosted by one of your favorite Friends. So far, there have been three 20-episode seasons that welcome viewers into the unscripted pregnancies of first-time moms and couples all over the nation. Courteney Cox narrates, provides commentary, and even shares her own struggles with getting pregnant.

Stream it on Facebook

The Mindy Project

For three quirk-consumed seasons, Mindy Kaling’s workplace comedy spins a yarn about a young, single OBGYN whose obsession with rom-coms dictates her personal life. When she finally gets her happily ever after–the man, the baby, the expectation–reality sets in. In Season 4, the seemingly endless challenges of new moms take center stage when Mindy welcomes a baby boy—maternity leave, the SAH conundrum, and more issues are relatable and delivered with comedic aplomb.

Stream it on Hulu

Trying

Adoption presents an entirely new set of challenges for parents, and for the couple at the center of this charming comedy series, they’re in over their heads. Nikki wants nothing more than children, and her partner, Jason, wants nothing more than for her to be happy. After they learn a natural birth is unlikely, this parenting show on TV shifts to charting the pair’s journey to adoption. By Season 3, Nikki wakes up a new mom to two children she barely knows. Bonding, stability, and rehoming threats all ensue.

Stream it on Apple TV+

Bump

Here’s a fun parenting show on TV that nails the new-mum and new-grandmum experience. It’s an Aussie comedy that feels like a mash-up of The Secret Life of the American Teenager, and the narrative follows Oly, a high school student who gives birth on campus. The whole ordeal is a surprise to her; she doesn’t want the baby, but with family support, her worst days become some of her best. The optimistic tone might ring unrelatable to some, but give it a few episodes. This one will grow on you.

Stream it on The CW

Little Fires Everywhere

Liz Tigelaar’s series, based on Celeste Ng’s award-winning best seller, is a drama, wrapped in a thriller, packaged as a character study. A fascinating portrait of parenting, the show features four mothers who have very different styles of raising humans. There’s nomadic Mia, affluent Elena, and well-meaning Linda. And then there’s Bebe, a first-time mother struggling to feed her baby, who is so overwhelmed and exhausted that she leaves her in the care of a fire station.

Stream it on Hulu

Whether you’re in the mood to laugh, cry, swoon, and/or judge other peoples’ life choices with abandon (it comes so naturally!), there’s a binge-worthy TV show on this list ready for your play button. Best part? No searching, no rabbit hole, no worries.

From dreamy settings and soapy narratives like Bridgerton and One Day to dark and twisty true crime like The Asunta Case and Under the Bridge, the following curation of entertainment will keep your nights and weekends booked and busy. (And for those up for date night flicks or scary movies, we’ve got a few picks for you, too.)

The Best TV Shows to Binge-Watch Right Now

Bridgerton

The Regency-era romance drama has returned. Fans of the series know the drill: One couple takes the spotlight, while juicy subplots unfold around them. In Season 1, Daphne and the Duke get hot and heavy; Season 2 pivots around Anthony, Kate, and Edwina; and in Season 3, the romance between Penelope (a.k.a. Lady Whistledown) and Colin takes center stage. The first half of the eight-episode season is streaming now, with the subsequent half dropping on June 13.

Stream it on Netflix

One Day

One of the most talked-about hits to stream this year, One Day is a romantic comedy about one couple’s missed connections. The limited series is based on the 2009 novel by David Nicholls and, yes, the 2011 film starring Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess, but spend time on those some other day. Start One Day, the series, today! Because the chemistry between Ambika Mod and Leo Woodall is electric, the soundtrack is sublime, and the range of emotion is so real it hurts (in the best way).

Stream it on Netflix

Under the Bridge

Based on true events that happened in 1997, this Hulu miniseries stars big-screen heavyweights Riley Keough (Zola, The Lodge) and Lily Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon) as two women investigating the murder of Reena Virk, a 14-year-old Canadian girl who went to a party with her friends and was never seen alive again. A brutal account that fuses fact and fiction, the series gives parents and anyone else who wants one a peek into the secret lives of teenagers.

Stream it on Hulu

Baby Reindeer

The narrative for Baby Reindeer comes straight from the experiences of its writer, director, and star, Richard Gadd, who was stalked and assaulted—by two different people—on his path to becoming a stand-up comedian. Over seven episodes, Gadd goes from full of hope, to full of hate, to full of forgiveness. It’s a singular journey, for sure, yet it’s one many viewers might find they still relate to. Fair warning: There are triggering topics and graphic scenes of drug use and sexual assault.

Stream it on Netflix

The Asunta Case

In 2013, the parents of a 12-year-old girl named Asunta Fong Wang reported her missing. Shortly after, her body was found discarded on the side of a mountain road. This Netflix Original tells the shocking story of her murder. Kicking off as one might imagine, the series sees the police gather evidence and calm the distraught parents. Before long, however, the well-to-do couple who adopted the girl from China years earlier find themselves as the prime suspects.

Stream it on Netflix

Girls5Eva

Looking for something a little more upbeat? Look no further than this musical sitcom about a has-been girl band now in middle age who gets a second chance at stardom. Operating with the Midas touch of executive producer Tina Fey, the series starring Sara Bareilles, Busy Philipps, Renee Elise Goldsberry, and Paula Pell was unexplainably nixed from Peacock. Thankfully, Netflix had the good sense to rescue it for another season.

Stream it on Netflix

Hacks

Another sleeper hit that hasn’t received the viral attention it deserves, Hacks stars Jean Smart as a washed-up comedian and mother of one who learns the value, both personal and profitable, in the art of reinvention. Seasons 1 and 2 watch her claw her way back to the top of her game, with the help of an entitled twentysomething who’s just as good at getting a laugh. Season 3, which debuted in early May 2024, delves even deeper into the pitch-black mentorship the two share.

Stream it on Max

Beef

Ali Wong and Steven Yeun star in this hilariously offbeat sitcom about two people—he, a contractor; she, an entrepreneur—whose initial interaction of road rage descends into a feud between the two, wrought with so many delicious twists and turns you will never see coming. Though there isn’t a Season 2 confirmed just yet, the rumors are a-rumbling. Hey, Netflix, here this roar: The masses are starving for more Beef.

Stream it on Netflix

Somebody, Somewhere

Sam (Bridget Everett) and Joel (Jeff Hiller) meet at work while Sam is dealing with the loss of her sister Holly, and an unlikely connection forms, with Joel becoming Sam’s respite as she navigates family drama and a small town in which she doesn’t really fit. Shining a light on life’s imperfections, the endearing series will remind you how certain people make it all worth living. Catch up on the first two seasons before Season 3 hits the platform later this year.

Stream it on Max 

Bad Sisters

Bad Sisters starts at the end. JP, the loathed brother-in-law of three sisters from whom they’ve wanted to save their fourth sister, is dead and they’re all attending his funeral. In the episodes that follow, the how is unraveled. Sharon Horgan, the genius behind Catastrophe and Motherland, is behind this one as well; she also stars as the sister who inherits the role of the matriarch after the death of their parents. Get hooked now, because Season 2 is a go and set for a 2024 release.

Stream it on AppleTV+

Poker Face

Charlie has an extraordinary ability: She can sniff out lies to solve crimes. Unfortunately, her talent has gotten her into some trouble, so she hits the road in her Plymouth Barracuda, with every pit stop serving as a new opportunity to crack a case. Natasha Lyonne is utter perfection as this modern-day version of Columbo, so you’ll totally be along for the ride. Hop in, binge Season 1, then get ready for Season 2 to premiere sometime soon.

Stream it on Peacock

On the Verge

Middle age sucks sometimes, and it’s fine to admit that. This Netflix series looks at the lives of four friends who are in varying stages of midlife crises: one has a narcissistic husband who doesn’t recognize her talent, one is bored and struggling with anxiety, one’s younger husband just left her, and one is flailing about trying to find steady income. Created by and starring Julia Delpy, this TV show perfect for moms to binge-watch is sometimes awkward but overwhelmingly funny.

Stream it on Netflix

Catastrophe

Here’s a pretty good rule of thumb: If Sharon Horgan’s name is attached, watch it. A producer, director, and actor, she’s comedic gold, and Catastrophe is proof. She and Rob Delaney both write and star in the series, with the two playing a couple whose one-night stand turns into an unplanned pregnancy and a very real bond. The pair’s intense chemistry combined with the real-life crap that accompanies relationships results in a recipe for the perfect binge-watch.

Stream it on Prime Video

Related: TV Shows Every Mom and Daughter Should Watch Together

Dead to Me

Looking for a Hallmark vibe? Then look elsewhere, because this series is absolutely not that. A black comedy that follows the unlikeliest of friendships, this Netflix Original unfurls around a widow with major anger issues and a free-spirited empath as they set out to find the killer of the former’s husband. Full of plot twists and A-list chemistry between Christina Applegate and Linda Cardellini, Dead to Me ended in 2022, but it’s so good it deserves to be binged and touted again and again.

Stream it on Netflix

Workin’ Moms

Not only does this Canadian series from creator and star Catherine Reitman wax honest about motherhood, but it emphasizes female friendships over romantic relationships, and that is just so damn refreshing. With seven seasons, there’s plenty of this TV show to binge-watch if you haven’t started already. And we have to say, we’re jealous of those who are new to the hilarious mom groups, the storylines about infidelity and step-parenting struggles, and all the other things these female friends endure.

Stream it on Netflix

Sweet Magnolias

Netflix’s runaway success is a hit for a reason: It focuses on good friendships, loyal communities, and hot men. You’ll want Brooke Elliott to be your best friend (and cook you a meal), you’ll be cheering for JoAnn Garcia to get away from her cheating sack of an ex-husband (played by Chris Klein), and you’ll want to wrap your arms around Heather Headly and tell her to stop being so strong for everyone. Also—there are margaritas.

Stream it on Netflix.

Related: 12 Times TV Reboots Hit It Out of the Park

Togetherness

This show from Mark and Jay Duplass was canceled after two seasons. It’s horrible to lead with that, we know, but an amazing series no matter how abbreviated is still worth writing home about. Starring Melanie Lynskey, Amanda Peet, and Mark Duplass, it gets refreshingly honest about the rough spots of marriage. They live, laugh, and make mistakes, causing you to fall even more in love with each of them. Speaking of mistakes… HBO, canceling this show on a cliffhanger? Big mistake.

Stream it on Max

Virgin River

Big-city girl Mel escapes her life in L.A. by moving to a small town. There, she works as a nurse practitioner, helping the local doctor and falling for the town’s hot bartender, Jack. Watching Virgin River is true escapism, from the incredible scenery to the cast of charming characters who all have enough drama surrounding them, you can’t help but go back for more. With five seasons in the can, and another on the way, it’s no wonder this one is a fan favorite.

Stream it on Netflix

The White Lotus

Mike White’s genius series, which blends wealth, seduction, and death, into an all-inclusive package set at an exclusive resort at some dreamy locale, is must-view fare. In Season 1, you have murder and privilege at a Hawaiian resort, while Season 2 deals with sex and cynics from the cliffs of Sicily overlooking the Ionian Sea. Jennifer Coolidge stars in both seasons, although she’s the only through line. And Season 3 heads across the Pacific to Thailand and will hit the streamer in 2025.

Stream it on Max

Good Girls – Netflix

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This show will make you want to gather your BFFs and start a badass girl gang, complete with money laundering, accidental murder, and hot affairs with drug lords. Okay, maybe this sounds over-the-top, but that’s what binge-worthy TV should be. When you’re finished watching this, you’ll want Christina Hendricks, Ruby Hill, and Annie Marks on speed dial. There are five incredible seasons to binge, and you’ll love every single one.

Stream it on Netflix.

Based on a True Story

Ava (Kaley Cuoco) is a flailing realtor obsessed with true-crime podcasts. Her husband, Nathan (Chris Messina), is a one-time tennis great who’s aging out of pro status at the local country club. They both need a big, financial break—when they realize they’ve unwittingly stumbled upon an actual, real-life serial killer posing as a harmless plumber named Tom. Determined to cash in, the couple join forces with an unlikely third, sending their lives into total, comedic disarray.

Stream it on Peacock

From the colors to the prints to the fabrics, Palm Royale is a class in 1969’s, well…class. In fact, some of our favorite brands are embracing it all: Anthropologie, Tuckernuck, and, of course, Lilly Pulitzer (born in Palm Beach in the 60’s!) are all about this vibe, too. The Palm Beach socialites don’t hold anything back when it comes to appearances, so it’s impossible to not want to replicate it all. Of course, that might be like…a lot, but there are some fabulous ways to add a mid century modern twist to your day. Whether you’re ready to elevate your closet, your home, or both, we have the 1960s-inspired swag that’s easy to incorporate into 2024.

Michelina Cotton Mini Skort by Lilly Pulitzer

Lilly Pulitzer is a 1960s Florida staple. Afterall, Lilly herself opened her first store front in Palm Beach in 1964. This darling skort is available in 2 of her iconic prints.

Michelina Cotton Mini Skort by Lilly Pulitzer ($98.00)—Buy Here!

EveryWear Crew-Neck T-Shirt in Pink Multi Floral

A vintage print and a relaxed comfy tee = the perfect combo for the warm months and bringing in some 1960s vibes.

EveryWear Crew-Neck T-Shirt in Pink Multi Floral ($10.00)—Buy Here!

Sunkissed Color Curve Felt Right Tiles

Felt Right tiles are designed to significantly reduce noise and echo in both living and work areas. They're super easy to install, create a fun decorative focal point, and add a great buffer to your relaxing spaces. This set is all about adding curvy, colorful energy to your home and we're so obsessed. 

Sunkissed Color Curve Felt Right Tiles ($449.95)—Buy Here!

Elizabeth Top in Jupiter Check by Rujuta Sheth

We know it feels like all the tops are cropped these days, but this one hits right above your waistband, so wear it with high-waisted shorts or jeans this spring. Available in 3 patterns.

Elizabeth Top in Jupiter Check by Rujuta Sheth ($122.00)—Buy Here!

Vintage Glass Zodiac Sign Necklace

Zodiac Jules offers real vintage zodiac pieces that our Shopping Editor can't stop wearing. This glass charm was created in Germany, circa 1960s. All 12 astrological signs are available!

Vintage Glass Zodiac Sign Necklace ($115.00)—Buy Here!

Santorini Halterneck Swimsuit by Boden

One of Boden's bestsellers, year after year, the Santorini swimsuit is flattering, fun, and available in a ton of colors. 

Santorini Halterneck Swimsuit by Boden ($82.50)—Buy Here!

East Urban Home Entertainment Center

Adding a cool element to your living room is so easy with this entertainment center from East Urban Home! It's available in 3 colors and has so. much. storage. Plus, the shelves can be moved around, so you can set it up exactly how you want it.

East Urban Home Entertainment Center ($749.99)—Buy Here!

Tilda Canvas Tote Bag

We love the idea of using this sturdy tote bag as your carry-on and then switching it over to a beach bag once you get to where you're going! Or, it works beautifully as a pool bag or farmer's market shopper.

Tilda Canvas Tote Bag ($90.00)—Buy Here!

Cotton Dish Towels, Set of 4

If you're looking to add some chic 60s detail to your home, this set of Matisse-inspired kitchen dish towels is the pop of mod you need.

Cotton Dish Towels, Set of 4 ($22.99)—Buy Here!

Sailynn Romper by Lilly Pulitzer

Wrap styles are wildly flattering, and we love a good romper for a little extra coverage and bend-down security. As with all things Lilly Pulitzer, it's easy to dress it up or down depending on the occasion!

Sailynn Romper by Lilly Pulitzer ($168.00)—Buy Here!

Draper James Ruffled One-Piece Swimsuit

If this isn't the cutest retro-vibey swimsuit that looks like it was taken from the Palm Royale wardrobe department, well, we don't know what is. From Reese Witherspoon-founded Draper James, the seersucker stripe print is perfect for summer.

Draper James Ruffled One-Piece Swimsuit ($118.00)—Buy Here!

 

Jackie O. Butterfly Glasses

Oversized glasses don't just look fabulous, they protect your eyes and your delicate eye area! They come in several colors, and at this price, you can grab more than one pair. 

Jackie O. Butterfly Glasses ($15.99)—Buy Here!

Citron Feather Jamie Dress by Tuckernuck

An easy silhouette and a feathered wrist detail make this a spring-ready party dress! If you're a SPANX-wearer, you can skip them with this style. Available in 3 colors.

Citron Feather Jamie Dress by Tuckernuck ($328.00)—Buy Here!

Set of 3 Ceramic Vases

We're of the mind that any vase with flowers—real or silk—around you house improves your mood pretty much instantly. This set comes in these 3 spring-to-summer colors or in white.

Set of 3 Ceramic Vases ($29.99)—Buy Here!

Boho Cotton Throw Blanket

This Anthro-esque throw blanket comes in several (machine washable) prints and multiple sizes.

Boho Cotton Throw Blanket ($42.99)—Buy Here!

Drawstring Caftan

The 1960s were all about the birds. We don't make the rules. It was a big bird decade. But honestly, this caftan is so cute that we'll rock it whether we're on Palm Beach or not.

Drawstring Caftan ($27.99)—Buy Here!

Mini Shirt Dress

Dress it up or down! This loose flared shirt dress is so versatile, so we'd suggest maybe grabbing a couple (it comes in 4 colors!).

Mini Shirt Dress ($39.99)—Buy Here!

Bird Block Print in Framed Canvas

Whether you're into the 1960s or not, this cheerful bird print from Kate and Laurel is so much fun! It comes in multiple frame finishes, too.

Bird Block Print in Framed Canvas ($76.99)—Buy Here!

Orchid Bracelet by Lilly Pulitzer

If pink isn't your favorite, this adorable bracelet comes in white, too.

Orchid Bracelet by Lilly Pulitzer ($58.00)—Buy Here!

Marie Cinched Jumpsuit by Rujuta Sheth

We're pretty sure this will be your new favorite jumpsuit featuring a v-neck, cinched, smocked waist, and pockets. Fun, flattering, and breathable for the summer, you'll want to wearing all through the summer.

Marie Cinched Jumpsuit by Rujuta Sheth ($158.00)—Buy Here!

Gold Penny Knot Heels by Loeffler Randall

Talk about a statement shoe! Jeans, dresses, shorts; there's nowhere this sparkle won't fit in.

Gold Penny Knot Heels by Loeffler Randall ($395.00)—Buy Here!

Towelling Shorts

From poolside to the park, these easy-fit shorts are lightweight and super fun. They're available in several colors, too.

Towelling Shorts ($52.50)—Buy Here!

Mid Century Globe Table Lamp

Your office or bedside table is definitely missing this chic lamp. It comes in several globe and metal finishes, too.

Mid Century Globe Table Lamp ($109.99)—Buy Here!

Minka Maxi Skirt Set by Lilly Pulitzer

Who doesn't love a matching set? This one is breezy and beautiful with just the right amount of peekaboo at the waist.

Minka Maxi Skirt Set by Lilly Pulitzer ($248.00)—Buy Here!

Printed Kaftan

You can't have Palm Royal without kaftans, and this one comes in a ton of different colors and print! It fits sizes M-XXL with a breezy silhouette that's awesome for swimsuit coverups, too.

Printed Kaftan ($29.99)—Buy Here!

Botanical Pattern Clock

This super pretty wall clock is just neutral enough to easily work with a bunch of different decor styles, but fun enough to add a splash, too.

Botanical Pattern Clock ($39.10)—Buy Here!

Helena Chino Short Dress

The quintessential yellow shift dress is pretty much the first thing we think of when we think 1960s fashion, but this timeless style comes in 5 colors that you can wear from work to the weekend!

Helena Chino Short Dress ($73.50)—Buy Here!

Silky Square Scarf

A scarf is the ultimate mod accessory: use it as a headband, to adorn a handbag, in place of a necklace—there's so much you can do!

Silky Square Scarf ($12.99)—Buy Here!

Rainbow Suede Peep Toe Pumps

Honestly, we want them just to wear around the house. Of course, they'll be really cute with a dress or shorts this summer, too.

Rainbow Suede Peep Toe Pumps ($58.00)—Buy Here!

Glass Flush Mount Sputnik Chandelier

This chandelier is an absolute stunner. It's a great way to add a striking element to the room and the green is neutral enough to work in multiple spaces. It also comes in an 8 globe option.

Glass Flush Mount Sputnik Chandelier ($179.99)—Buy Here!

Oval Shelf Planter

Available in 3 colors, these 3D-printed planters are perfect for a shelf or window ledge.

Oval Shelf Planter ($28.75)—Buy Here!

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Some experts believe women are drawn to true crime because the victims are often female. Some think consuming true crime media helps women understand the criminal mindset and acts as a primer on how not to become a victim. Whatever the reason, we’re obsessed. And with so much out there, there’s no shortage of true crime docuseries to dive into. If you’ve already watched everything about the Night Stalker or are yet to join the true-crime-obsessed, here’s a list of series you need to check off immediately.

American Nightmare

This three-part series explains how a home invasion and kidnapping led to Gone Girl-style accusations lodged against the kidnapped woman when she reappeared two days later. From the filmmakers behind The Tinder Swindler, this docuseries delves into the issue of investigators rushing to judgment and how that ultimately impacted the case and traumatized the victims. We especially loved the badass female detective who eventually broke the case wide open.

Where to stream: Netflix

The Case Against Adnan Syed 

This four-part documentary series explores the 1999 murder of 18-year-old Hae Min Lee and the conviction of her ex-boyfriend Adnan Syed. The hugely popular “Serial” podcast brought the story to worldwide attention, and a few years after the podcast aired, Syed’s murder conviction was vacated, and he was released from prison after serving 20 years. HBO is producing a follow-up episode to the incredible unfolding of the story that will feature exclusive footage of Syed leading up to and following his release from prison. The investigation the filmmakers did in the original series was used as evidence in the hearing to release Syed—which makes this series even more compelling.

Where to stream: Max

The Curious Case of Natalia Grace: Natalia Speaks

In the first season of this fascinating series, we met Kristine and Michael Barnett, a couple who adopted a Ukrainian orphan named Natalia Grace who has a rare dwarfism condition called spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita. The Barnetts claimed that Natalia not only threatened to harm them on numerous occasions but that she was actually an adult attempting to masquerade as a child. They went through the process of having her “re-aged” so that they would no longer be responsible for caring for her.

Season 2 “Natalia Speaks” addresses this story from Natalia’s point of view, specifically how Kristine Barnett formed this narrative because she no longer wanted to care for Natalia. You’ll want to dive into this series full of twists and turns that you won’t see coming (especially the shocking revelation in the series’ final episode). We’re seriously crossing our fingers for a Season 3.

Where to stream: Hulu

Escaping Twin Flames

Who doesn’t want to find their one true love, a soulmate or “twin flame”? Jeff and Shaleia Ayan established the online community of the Twin Flames Universe with just that goal in mind. This three-part docuseries provides interviews with former members who allege heavy coercion and manipulation led them into sometimes dangerous relationships with complete strangers who they were told were their twin flame. Want to learn more about this high-pressure group? Prime Video also released a series on the topic in 2023: Desperately Seeking Soulmate: Escaping Twin Flames Universe.

Where to stream: Netflix 

Evil Genius 

“In 2003 in Erie, Pennsylvania, a robbery gone wrong and a terrifying public murder capture the nation’s attention, and a bizarre collection of Midwestern hoarders, outcasts, and lawbreakers play cat-and-mouse with the FBI,” reads the series description on Netflix’s Evil Genius: The True Story of America’s Most Diabolical Bank Heist. But all of that doesn’t even scratch the surface of the twists and turns of this four-part docuseries. Add a small-town beauty queen turned criminal mastermind and the criminal case that came to be known as the “pizza bomber heist”—and you are in for a true crime rabbit hole you’re not ready for.

Where to stream: Netflix 

Inventing Anna 

Inventing Anna investigates the case of Anna Delvey, the Instagram-famous German heiress who quickly befriended key players in New York’s uber-rich social scene—and stole their money, too. The series was inspired by New York Magazine’s expose on the socialite—and poses the question, “Who the heck is Anna Delvey, and why was she able to trick so many people out of so much money?”

Where to stream: Netflix

Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God

This series follows the life of self-proclaimed spiritual leader Amy Carlson, referred to as “Mother God” by those who worshiped her. She leads the Love Has Won group through spiritual enlightenment via live-streaming sessions with the help of a series of male partners she dubs “Father God.” Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God features interviews with Love Has Won devotees, many of whom appear to still be involved in the cult, and culminates with Carlson’s disturbing death and the police investigation that followed.

Where to stream: Max

Lula Rich 

LuLaRoe founders DeAnne Brady and Mark Stidham convinced thousands of women to buy into their pyramid scheme. They got rich while bankrupting those women they claimed to liberate with their products—predominantly poorly made leggings with questionable patterns. LulaRich is a four-part true crime docuseries that chronicles the unraveling of LuLaRoe; once known for their buttery soft leggings—now known for their terrible manipulation, questionable selling tactics, and ultimate demise.

Where to stream: Prime Video 

Making a Murderer 

Making a Murderer tells the story of Steven Avery, a man from Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, who served 18 years in prison after a wrongful conviction for sexual assault and attempted murder of Penny Beerntsen. He was later charged with and convicted of the 2005 murder of Teresa Halbach. It also tells the story of Avery’s nephew Brendan Dassey, who was accused and convicted as an accessory in the murder of Halbach. The series follows Avery’s arrest and conviction and his subsequent exoneration and release, then delves into the civil lawsuit he filed against Manitowoc County. There is so much going on here, you have to see it to believe it.

Where to stream: Netflix

Murdaugh Murders – A Southern Scandal 

Alex Murdaugh’s face has been all over the news lately, convicted last week of the murder of his wife and son and sentenced to life in prison. The Murdaughs were at one time considered one of South Carolina’s most prominent families until the death of teenager Mallory Beach in a drunken boating accident started to scrape at the veneer of the family’s facade and reveal the darkness underneath. Paul Murdaugh—the alleged driver of the boat—and his mother Maggie were found brutally murdered in 2021, and “a century of corruption, power, and cover-ups in the Low Country” was brought to light. The three-part series focuses on first-hand accounts from people on the boat and people who have never spoken about the crash or double homicide until now.

Where to stream: Netflix

Our Father 

Jacoba Ballard was an only child, conceived via donor sperm. Her dream of having siblings led her to take one of those at-home DNA tests to see if there were any out there. The test led her to discover seven half-brothers and sisters, which raised red flags for all involved. The siblings started investigating their family tree, which landed them on a shocking discovery: the family’s fertility doctor was using his sperm to inseminate his patients—without their knowledge or consent.

Where to stream: Netflix

Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets

This one is especially for all of you who have been long-time watchers of TLC’s 19 Kids and Counting, a series that followed the lives of ultra-religious Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar and their 19 kids. Shiny Happy People delves into some of the scandals that have followed the family, their involvement with the Institute in Basic Life Principles, and what went on behind the scenes of the popular television show. Interviews with daughter Jill (Duggar) Dillard, her husband Derick Dillard, and niece Amy (Duggar) King provided an eye-opening glimpse of the financial manipulation, abuse, and religious indoctrination that went on in the family.

Where to stream: Prime Video

Take Care of Maya

Maya Kowalski and her family are the center of this story that’s every parent’s nightmare. Ten-year-old Maya comes down with some unusual symptoms and her parents, Jack and Beata Kowalski, take her to the ER to find out what is going on. Beata is a nurse and had previously taken Maya to many different medical providers to try and figure out what was going on. One physician diagnosed Maya with complex regional pain syndrome and suggested ketamine as a treatment for her pain. So when Maya is admitted to the hospital from the ER, Beata suggests to the hospital staff that ketamine be given.

Instead of listening to Beata, the hospital finds this request to be suspicious and requests Child Protective Services evaluate Maya for possible child abuse by her mother. Take Care of Maya follows what happened after Maya was taken away from her family.

Where to stream: Netflix

Waco: American Apocalypse

In 1993, cult leader David Koresh faced off against the federal government in a 51-day siege that shook the American public. The conflict began with the biggest gunfight on American soil since the Civil War and ended in a fiery inferno—caught on live TV. It was the biggest news story in the world at the time, and viewers were hooked. In line with the 30th anniversary of the tragedy, Netflix is releasing the true crime docuseries on March 22, with unearthed footage and interviews with several people close to the case.

Where to stream: Netflix

The Way Down 

Christian diet guru Gwen Shamblin Lara founded the Remnant Fellowship Church in 1999. She died with her husband and son-in-law in 2021 when her private Cessna crashed into Percy Priest Lake near Smyrna, Tennessee, shortly after takeoff. Four church leaders were with the family and were also killed in the crash. The fellowship taught its members to “turn away from the love of food and toward the love of God”—so it’s essentially a church based on dieting, which is the weirdest thing ever. The series details the truth behind Lara’s very carefully curated image and delves into the controversial practices of the church.

Where to stream: Max 

Web of Death

This series follows the investigations of online sleuths who used digital footprints, DNA databases, and crowdsourcing to solve murder cases. Each episode follows a different case, like the investigation of the disappearance of Abraham Shakespeare who won a $30 million state lottery and was reported missing three years later. We love this one so much because really, we’d all like to be investigating true crime in our spare time from the comfort of our own homes.

Where to stream: Hulu

Additional reporting by Maria Guido

"The Brothers Sun"

It's late. You're in bed. And you want a little action. But not that kind of action. Try hitting up the new series starring recently crowned Best Actress Michelle Yeoh. She plays the strong-willed mother of a family of gang members whose enemies have come a-knocking. There's a lot of choreographed fighting, fun quipping, and every shade of Yeoh on the acting spectrum. 

"Carol & the End of the World"

From one of the brilliant writers for the criminally underappreciated campus comedy Community comes this miniseries about a 42-year-old accounting assistant who has absolutely no idea why the impending doom destined for Eearth means her quiet little life has to change. Like Carol in the mass of hedonistic chaos around her, this animated adult dramedy is a diamond in Netflix's digital rough.  

"Bridgerton"

Obsessed? Same. Now that you're done bingeing Queen Charlotte and eagerly anticipating the next installment of the period drama, why not work on a little refresh? While you wait for season 3 to hit the streamer (part 1: May 16; part 2: June 13), catch up on the first two seasons. Then get ready to learn more about Penelope Featherington and her longtime crush, world traveler Colin Bridgerton.

"Wednesday"

The Addams Family reruns you watched as a kid pale in comparison to this witty Tim Burton remake. The series stars Jenna Ortega as the brilliant and totally dark title character. Shipped off to Nevermore, a boarding school for outcasts, Wednesday finds herself in the middle of a mystery. Including nods to the original, with an updated ethos, this show is definitely worth a few hours of your time—okay, eight hours. Once you finish the first season, get ready for season 2 in April.

Related: Netflix Announces 'Wednesday' Will Return for Season 2

"Russian Doll"

If you haven't caught on to this sci-fi/fantasy show that's absolutely bingeable, our only question is: Why not? Natasha Lyonne plays Nadia, doomed to repeat her 36th birthday over and over again until she gets it right, a la Groundhog Day, but with less humor and more mind-blowing plot twists. Sit down to two seasons; Netflix says a third is in the works now.

"Umbrella Academy"

Reuniting after their father's death, a group of estranged siblings sees their superpowers and a whole closet's worth of family secrets spill out. So far, the series has wrapped three seasons, with the upcoming fourth season said to be the final chapter. According to Ritu Arya, who plays Lila Pitts, season four will be the comic-book adaptation's best yet. So catch up now!

"Lupin"

Forget the Ocean's. This French series will leave you wanting more after the first heart-pounding scene at the Louvre. A true gentleman thief, Assane Diop (Omar Sy) sets out to avenge his father who was unjustly imprisoned when Assane was a child. Taking cues from his favorite fictional criminal hero, Arsène Lupin, he steals from the rich and exposes the truth. Part three is now streaming.

"Beef"

Steven Yeun and Ali Wong star in this wild road-rage comedy that has more twists and turns than Mulholland Drive. They play Danny Cho, a contractor, and Amy Lau, a business owner, and their "beef" begins when the two engage in a near fender bender. The experience ends up burrowing its way into their lives in ways you would never imagine. You will just eat this one up.

"Derry Girls"

Set in 1990s Northern Ireland—Londonderry, to be exact—this hidden gem is set against a backdrop of political upheaval that's nearing its end. School friends Erin, Michelle, Clare, Orla, and James navigate their teenage years with wit and, well, not really wisdom, but maybe the wisdom of youth that's as hilarious as it gets. Creator Lisa McGee has earned lots of praise for this one. 

"Virgin River"

The perfect romantic-yet-not-too cheesy drama finished up its fifth season last year, with a sixth season on its way. While you wait, you can catch up on all the plaid-patterned action and learn about what Mel and Jack are up to in the small town of Virgin River. Should you need more rom-coms while you mom-mom, check out our list of shows like Virgin River.

"Kim’s Convenience"

If you haven't caught this CBC show on Netflix yet, sit down and stream it tonight. Set in Canada, it's the story of convenient-store-owning Korean immigrants and their first-generation adult kids living in Toronto. Based on a play by Ins Choi, its subtle humor balances out the show's more serious themes, meaning you'll laugh, cry, scream, and feel all the other feels. 

"Glitch"

Guaranteed you have never heard of this chilling Aussie gem. About a group of dead people who claw their way back to life from six feet under, Glitch is a genre-blending series that will blow your mind. No, those who have risen are not zombies. And, no, they are not ghosts. But, yes, they are back for a reason. Their journeys to find out why will keep you hooked.

"The Diplomat"

Politics are a dirty game. But on The Diplomat, they're also completely absurd, ridiculous, and gloriously silly. Keri Russell stars as the titular ambassador and handles every bonkers plot twist, from international crises to marital exploits with skill and grace. Bless her. Catch up on season 1 now, because the next chapter is on the way, most likely hitting the platform this year.

"Insecure"

Don't have MAX? No biggie. Netflix now has every season of Insecure (and Girlfriends, for that matter) for your streaming pleasure. So when you're done watching Firefly Lane on repeat, treat your viewing queue to Issa Rae's hit comedy about a group of twenty-somethings navigating love, life, and friendship in Los Angeles. 

Related: 10 Hidden Gem TV Shows on Netflix

"The Witcher"

Follow the adventures of Geralt of Rivia, a riveting and well-built monster hunter for hire as he journeys toward his destiny in a fantasy-based world where people are often the scariest beasts of them all. And as if spending late nights with Henry Cavill weren't reason enough to hit play on the adventure series, knowing that eye candy Liam Hemsworth is joining the cast for season 4 certainly is.

"Emily In Paris"

An ambitious 20-something lands her dream job as a marketing exec in Paris. And the City of Love does not disappoint with three seasons of romance and adventure finding Emily on every corner. Season 4 got a bit delayed due to the 2023 writers' strikes, but worry not, word is new episodes of Emily, her friends, her lovers, and her wildly inspirational fashion choices will be out this year.

"The Crown"

Can’t get enough of the royal family? This intriguing peek into the reign and romance of Queen Elizabeth II will more than satisfy. It certainly doesn't hurt that it stars the Oscar-winning Olivia Colman for part of the saga as Her Royal Highness, either. Creator Peter Morgan has finally finished his story, with all six seasons streaming on the platform now.

"Good Girls"

What happens when a picture-perfect, stay-at-home mom breaks bad? Good Girls. Part Weeds, part Breaking Bad, this series is a dark but fun fantasy escape that will draw you in from the first episode. In a stroke of horrible prime time decision making, the network canceled the series ahead of season five, but that doesn't mean you won't thoroughly enjoy all four seasons streaming now.

"Griselda"

Okay, yes, Ozark is a lot of fun. But odds are, you've seen Jason Bateman and Laura Linney boss up as money-laundering pros in the Ozark Mountains. So, queue up this thriller with links to the cartel instead. It stars Sofia Vergara playing against type in a queenpin role that will have you doing a double take. Drugs, money, motherhood, talk about binge-worthy. Look for it on January 25.

"Cobra Kai"

Thirty years after Karate Kid, the feud between Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) and Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) is still going strong. A surprise hit series, Cobra Kai checks in on the rivals, now all grown up, and finds Johnny and Daniel raising a new class of karate masters in their own dojos. Catch up now because season six is on the burner for 2024. 

"Dead to Me"

This dark and twisty mystery about a grieving widow, played by the genius Christina Applegate, and her new best friend, the wonderful Linda Cardellini, will suck you in instantly and will not spit you out until the credits roll on the shocking end. Luckily (and, well, unfortunately), there are three complete seasons to keep you entertained.

"Escaping Twin Flames"

Ripping people off is as American as apple pie. LuLaRoe did it with patterned leggings, Bernie Madoff did it with a handshake, and cryptocurrency used Tom Brady. Twin Flames Universe, the online community at the focus of this 2023 Netflix docuseries, the lure is harmonious true love. And founders Jeff and Shaleia Divine swindled millions of their prey. 

Related: True Crime Docuseries Moms Can't Get Enough Of

"Ginny and Georgia"

In search of a fresh start, single mom Georgia moves her kids, Ginny and Austin, up north. Unfortunately, secrets from Georgia’s past come back to haunt them and threaten to make their new lives anything but perfect. As addictive as it is shocking at times, Ginny & Georgia is the gift that keeps on giving: Netflix has guaranteed that seasons 3 and 4 are on the way. 

"Workin’ Moms"

The last and final season of this hilariously relatable mom-com was released in early 2023. As for the binge, we hope you can make it through all seven seasons without peeing your pants, tagging along with the working moms as they balance the impossible chaos of motherhood and returning to the office. If you've already seen the entire series, check out our picks for shows like Workin' Moms. 

"The Great British Baking Show"

Mouthwatering cake pops and canapes served up with some friendly competition make this series a must-watch for any home baker (or cookie-lover) looking for inspiration. If, however, you fear the yummy sponges on the screen may induce hunger pangs that send you straight to the kitchen for a snack, there's always the Emmy-nominated Selling Sunset to quell the late-night reality cravings. 

—with additional reporting by DeAnna Janes

All photos courtesy of Netflix, unless noted.