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Dads who do this 1 thing help moms breastfeed longer—and science proves it

When fathers take at least two weeks of leave after their child’s birth, their partners are 31% more likely to still be breastfeeding at eight weeks.

Worried your kids are acting entitled? Dr. Becky says this 1 simple shift can change everything

“Entitlement is the accumulated experience of feeling frustrated and then having someone else give you immediate success.”

Emily Oster’s ‘gel’ moment: a parenting mantra for depleted moms

"We need to pause. We need to repeat ourselves and then make decisions later.”

Dad realizes his baby’s nap lasted only 28 minutes—and his face says it all

But why do babies take such short naps? And more importantly, what can you actually do about it?

I’m a commerce editor who’s tested dozens of activewear brands, and Old Navy’s new StudioSmooth line is giving luxury labels a run for their money

This mom’s postpartum experience in China will leave U.S. moms in awe

Wang shares her postpartum experience in China, where she’s able to rest and recover without financial stress.

New Mexico’s baby bond proposal could give kids a $20K boost—will other states follow?

The proposed investment for each child is around $6,000 at birth, with projections estimating that, by adulthood, the fund could grow to approximately $20,000.

Family visits new mom in the hospital—only to learn she had twins instead of one baby

Our families' reactions to finding out that we kept it a secret we were having twins!

This new at-home program is redefining postpartum care for moms

Postpartum care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. And yet, in the U.S., it’s treated as an afterthought.

Mom tries to put her ‘FOMO baby’ to sleep—but his reaction is next level

According to pediatric sleep experts, babies experience FOMO (fear of missing out) because they’re naturally curious

Four grandparents, one roof—why this mom is all in on multi-generational living

"I grew up living with my mom’s parents and so deeply appreciate the roots it gave me, so we want nothing less for our kids."

Gigi Hadid opens up about co-parenting—and her insights hit home for this veteran mom

"Zayn and I do our custody schedules months in advance."

Texts between postpartum moms go viral—because no one talks about this enough

“When he first latches I literally have to bite down on something to keep from crying.”

This mom changed her baby’s name at 18 months—and she’s not alone

9% of moms have experienced regret over the name they chose for their child.

New study reveals the surprising way eating fish can boost your child’s kindness 

Children who consumed little to no seafood at age 7 were less prosocial.

Expert reveals 4 things parents of well-behaved kids always do—without realizing it

By connecting, validating, reasoning with, and setting boundaries for their children, parents create an environment where kids feel safe and supported.

This toddler keeps yelling a mysterious name in a store—and the internet is losing it

Imaginary friends are more common — and more beneficial — than many people realize.

Best friend flies across the country to surprise new mom—her reaction says it all

“She is my best friend from growing up. We’ve been friends for 15+ years. This is her first baby and they are doing well!”

This 13-year-old takes his mom on ‘practice dates’—and the reason might surprise you

The lesson goes far beyond dating.

Baby says ‘I love you’ for the first time—mom’s reaction on the baby monitor is everything

"You love me?!" she asks, eyes wide with disbelief.