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The 11 best detangler sprays to make hair brushing tear-free

From unruly curls to tangled pin straight locks, it's a miracle in a bottle.

Updated Jun. 16, 2025
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This mom’s ruler trick at a party just taught a social lesson everyone needs

In the clip, Kenny coaches her daughter through a pretend play scenario: how to introduce friends who don’t know each other yet.

Updated Jun. 17, 2025
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Megan Fox’s daughter’s name reflects poetry, power, and healing

“Saga Blade” isn’t just edgy—it’s emblematic of a growing shift in how parents name their children today.

Updated Jun. 18, 2025

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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A one-hour mouth swab may make IVF more successful—here’s what hopeful parents should know

A recent study from Lund University has found that a quick, non-invasive mouth swab could help doctors personalize hormone treatments for IVF.

Updated May. 28, 2025
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What parents should know about the new at-home blood test for preeclampsia risk

researchers are exploring ways to predict risk earlier. A newly launched at-home blood test, Encompass™.

Updated May. 16, 2025
Pregnant mom in heat

How rising heat is affecting pregnancies—and what you can do to protect yourself and your baby

As climate change continues to bring longer, hotter summers, a new analysis from Climate Central reminds us that expecting parents have one more factor to keep in mind during pregnancy: heat.

Updated May. 14, 2025
A wedding

This mom centered her wedding on her autistic daughter—and the result is changing how families think about milestones

Instead of shaping her wedding around tradition, Jodie shaped it around Sofia. She imagined a day where her daughter would feel calm, included, and loved.

Updated Jun. 19, 2025
5 year old cancer survivor

Nurse gets ready to draw blood—what this 5-year-old says through tears leaves viewers in awe

Reece’s courage shines brighter when you understand the journey behind it. At just three years old, he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).

Updated Jun. 18, 2025
birdnesting

Divorced parents made one surprising choice—and their kids never had to pack a bag again

“In divorce, we decided to keep the kids in the house and have the parents switch back and forth,” Susan says.

Updated Jun. 18, 2025
Bugaboo giraffe high chair

Bugaboo recalls 18,000 high chairs after injury reports—how to keep your baby safe

The company has received 22 reports of the legs detaching, including 13 reports of minor injuries.

Updated Jun. 17, 2025
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6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

Make memories while building lasting knowledge with these fun and easy ideas.

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A wedding

This mom centered her wedding on her autistic daughter—and the result is changing how families think about milestones

Instead of shaping her wedding around tradition, Jodie shaped it around Sofia. She imagined a day where her daughter would feel calm, included, and loved.

Updated Jun. 19, 2025
5 year old cancer survivor

Nurse gets ready to draw blood—what this 5-year-old says through tears leaves viewers in awe

Reece’s courage shines brighter when you understand the journey behind it. At just three years old, he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).

Updated Jun. 18, 2025
birdnesting

Divorced parents made one surprising choice—and their kids never had to pack a bag again

“In divorce, we decided to keep the kids in the house and have the parents switch back and forth,” Susan says.

Updated Jun. 18, 2025
mom teaching about social skills

This mom’s ruler trick at a party just taught a social lesson everyone needs

In the clip, Kenny coaches her daughter through a pretend play scenario: how to introduce friends who don’t know each other yet.

Updated Jun. 17, 2025
Megan Fox with Machine Gun Kelly

Megan Fox’s daughter’s name reflects poetry, power, and healing

“Saga Blade” isn’t just edgy—it’s emblematic of a growing shift in how parents name their children today.

Updated Jun. 18, 2025
Moms discussing postpartum

“Nobody warned me about this”: The postpartum truths moms wish they knew sooner

“Debilitating mastitis that put me in the hospital… [and] my c-section incision opened.”

Updated Jun. 17, 2025
Bugaboo giraffe high chair

Bugaboo recalls 18,000 high chairs after injury reports—how to keep your baby safe

The company has received 22 reports of the legs detaching, including 13 reports of minor injuries.

Updated Jun. 17, 2025
Mom in a playground

 This viral post says it’s okay for moms to sit at the playground — here’s why it struck a nerve

A lot of moms—especially those raising toddlers, juggling multiple kids, or just quietly trying to hold it together—felt deeply seen by that “no.”

Updated Jun. 16, 2025
Viral TikTok mom cuts hair for daughter

Mom’s haircut moment turns preschool disaster into pure love

“My husband and I did everything we could to celebrate her new 'do… and continued to tell her how special she was, no matter the length of her hair and that being different is cool.”

Updated Jun. 13, 2025
Credit: @rockinremi via TikTok

Meet the toddler keeping perfect rhythm and singing in pitch—before he can even speak in full sentences

Seasoned musicians have chimed in, marveling at his rhythm, control, and melodic accuracy. Some have even called him a prodigy.

Updated Jun. 13, 2025
Viral TikTok toddler/great dane slumber party

A toddler tucked in his two Great Danes for a slumber party—and the internet can’t handle the cuteness

“The cutest little slumber party with his 2 besties🥹 🐶.”

Updated Jun. 13, 2025
Working dads

The best and worst states for working dads in 2025—what that means for moms, too

The top-ranked states for working dads stand out with strong parental leave policies, access to high-quality childcare, and excellent health metrics for men.

Updated Jun. 13, 2025
Orajel recall

Recall alert: Orajel teething swabs pulled from shelves over potential fungal contamination

This isn’t a reason to panic—but it is a moment to pause and take action.

Updated Jun. 13, 2025
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I can’t stop wearing these weirdly perfect $35 Gap jeans

Sometimes the best pieces aren't the ones you agonize over—they're the ones that make getting dressed feel effortless and every day a little more fun.

Updated Jun. 12, 2025
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88-year-old mom finally graduates after being denied her diploma while pregnant

“I hadn’t realized that I had this big hole in my life, and that’s what it was—a diploma.”

Updated Jun. 13, 2025
Teenage girl skincare routines

Why experts are warning parents about tween skincare routines—and what to watch for

These routines often include multiple “active” ingredients—like exfoliating acids, retinoids, and fragrances—that can irritate or even permanently sensitize young skin.

Updated Jun. 11, 2025
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America might finally make childbirth free—and moms could be the biggest winners

The Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies Act (S.1834) was announced on May 21, 2025.

Updated Jun. 11, 2025
Colorado paid leave - Parents in the NICU

Colorado just raised the bar on paid leave for NICU parents—and every state should be paying attention

The bill acknowledges what science has long confirmed: babies do better when parents can be present in the NICU.

Updated Jun. 11, 2025
zoe stroller The Journey

I was skeptical of another “game-changing” stroller until I tried the Zoe Journey

Compared to other high end strollers, Zoe's kind of a steal.

Updated Jun. 10, 2025
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