Instagram is probably everyone's favorite social media. It's less political than Facebook, but you can still be entertained by everything from your classmate's selfie to a meme account that's run by a total stranger. If you're looking for some new, positive Instas to follow, here are some great suggestions.
1. @cedarsstory
Cedar's Story is a personal blog by a mom of 6. Her youngest son Cedar has Down Syndrome, and his delightfully adorable photos adorn this Insta along with parenting tips, interviews, and cute videos. If you want to smile, check this out!
2. @erynroushaustin
Eryn's Insta isn't just full of typical family photos- it's full of the hope of adoption, the tough realities of parenting, and delicious healthy food. If you want to be inspired, check her out!
3. @dancersanddogs
We already love all those adorable dog photos. How could they get better? The addition of incredible ballet dancers! You'll be mesmerized by the difficult poses the dancers take on and be delighted by the happy dogs enjoying the attention of people and cameras. If you want to laugh, check them out!
4. @wendykou
Instagram was practically made for food pics and Wendy takes dessert to the next level. Her homemade cookies are her biggest claim to fame. Watch videos of her breaking them open to show off everything from Nutella to rainbows. If you want to be hungry, check her out!
5. @harlowandsage
Dogs are one of the best parts of Instagram and Harlow, Sage, Indiana, and Reese belong on this platform. Their adorable photos with their foster siblings will brighten your day and never fail to make you smile. If you want to be happy, check them out!
6. @inkbox
Ever wanted a tattoo but been uncertain? Inkbox offers semi-permanent tattoos worldwide. This Instagram doesn't just offer tutorials, but styling ideas and much more. If you want to be inspired, check them out!
7. @hopeheals
If you've never heard of the Wolf family, you're missing out! Katherine Wolf survived a massive stroke in her twenties with the help of God Himself. She and her husband Jay decided to start a ministry called Hope Heals which includes a camp for people with disabilities, speaking engagements, a book, and a store. Check them out if you want to be uplifted!
8. @thegivingkeys
If you want to be inspired by fashion, check out the Giving Keys! This company employs homeless people to make keys that display words such as courage and hope. Once you feel that key and that word has made a positive impact on your life, you give it to someone else who needs it.
9. @littlest_warrior
Littlest Warrior Apparel is a clothing brand that sheds light on children with all types of disabilities, such as Down Syndrome and Spina Bifida. Their clothes are cute and their advocacy is AWESOME. If you want to see inclusion, check them out!
10. @samaritanspurse
If you want to see hard work, check out Samaritan's Purse! This international relief organization aims to bring both physical and spiritual relief to people who are hurting all over the world, from the Rohingya in Myanmar to military couples in Alaska.
11. @compassion
Compassion International is seeking to end child poverty through child sponsorship, all empowered by their Christian faith. See children from around the world rejoice with clean water, cheer on their favorite World Cup team, and more! If you want to see joy, check them out!
12. @nytimes
Keep up with the news through the New York Times Instagram. They have a liberal bias, but their photos capture important parts of our world today. Beware of long captions, but read and learn. If you want to be informed, follow them!
13. @ct_mag
Christianity Today Magazine is the Insta to follow if you want to keep up with what Christians are actually thinking and doing in our world today. It's a rather conservative organization, but that doesn't mean they aren't tackling big issues, such as surrogacy and the history of lynching in the U.S. If you want to be informed, follow them!