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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
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
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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
Peppa Pig - A picture of her parents

Peppa Pig’s baby sister has arrived—and her name comes with a touching backstory

In an exclusive quote, Mummy Pig shared she's "Thrilled Evie is finally here, happy and healthy!”

Updated May. 21, 2025
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30 of the best movies to watch on Mother’s Day with your kids

Celebrate motherhood with the best movie moms.

Updated Apr. 15, 2024
90s shows

Mom swaps modern cartoons for ’90s TV—her toddler’s reaction stunned her

Introducing her toddler to 90s cartoons led to not only better behavior but also improved sleep.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025
low stimulation show

The best low-stimulation shows for toddlers: A guide for parents

Slower-paced narratives allow children to process information at a natural rhythm.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
Lilo and Stitch

She’s not a mom—but Nani from Lilo & Stitch shows what real motherhood looks like

But in the heart of Lilo & Stitch lives one of Disney’s most powerful portrayals of motherhood—and she’s not even a mom.

Updated Jun. 02, 2025
mom breastfeeding

Washington just passed one of the strongest lactation protection laws in the U.S.

On May 20, 2025, Governor Bob Ferguson signed into law Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 5217, a landmark bill…

Updated May. 29, 2025
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New York’s new $1,800 baby benefit offers relief for postpartum moms

The program, officially called the Birth Allowance for Beginning Year (BABY) Benefit, was approved as part of New York’s FY 2026 budget.

Updated May. 22, 2025
Peppa Pig - A picture of her parents

Peppa Pig’s baby sister has arrived—and her name comes with a touching backstory

In an exclusive quote, Mummy Pig shared she's "Thrilled Evie is finally here, happy and healthy!”

Updated May. 21, 2025
Target baby food recall

Target recalls baby food over lead concerns—here’s what parents should do

Over 25,000 units of Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Purée—sold exclusively at Target—have been recalled due to concerns about elevated lead levels.

Updated Apr. 16, 2025
little boy adn little girl reaching for the easter baskets

10 easy Easter recipes to make with kids—and sweet dessert ideas too

Warning: these might be too cute to eat.

Updated Apr. 15, 2025
School meal cuts

When feeding kids is called “waste”: What parents need to know about the USDA’s school meal cuts

Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it would cancel nearly $1 billion in funding for two federal programs.

Updated Mar. 24, 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
Lilo and Stitch

She’s not a mom—but Nani from Lilo & Stitch shows what real motherhood looks like

But in the heart of Lilo & Stitch lives one of Disney’s most powerful portrayals of motherhood—and she’s not even a mom.

Updated Jun. 02, 2025
Parents' reaction

“You’d think it’s been years”: 32-year-old comes home to a greeting melting hearts

The moment was short and simple. But when Ruthie posted the clip to TikTok with the caption “You’d think it’s been years! They’re so cute. 🥹🫶🏼”, it struck a collective nerve.

Updated May. 19, 2025
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This Mother’s Day, give her the gift of less stress

Simple ways to take something off her plate—today and every day.

Updated Apr. 21, 2025
small moments

25 people reveal the tiny acts of love from childhood they’ll never forget—and now do for their kids

Across Reddit, users shared moving stories from their childhoods that reveal one powerful truth: it’s not about being a perfect parent. It’s about showing up.

Updated Apr. 21, 2025
best pull-on pants

10 pull-on pants that look like you tried (but feel like you didn’t)

The elastic waistband—once fashion's dirty little secret—is now the feature we're actually looking for.

Updated Apr. 18, 2025
April Theory

‘April Theory’ is helping moms feel more like themselves again—here’s how

For moms especially, it’s not just an aesthetic vibe. It’s science-backed. It’s seasonal. And it might be the exact reset our nervous systems have been begging for.

Updated Apr. 10, 2025
The White Lotus Season 3

The performance of ‘having it all’: What The White Lotus gets right about friendship, womanhood, and the pressure to stay perfect

Even our most trusted friendships can hold comparison, performance, and grief—for the choices we made, and the ones we didn’t.

Updated Apr. 09, 2025
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These ‘goddess’ photoshoots for women over 70 prove beauty has no age limit

Ruby Jean Photography's "Goddess Project" is taking social media by storm with stunning images of women over 70 transformed into mythical goddesses.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025
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Shay Mitchell just made the diaper bag you didn’t know you needed

Let me be clear: this isn't just another diaper bag—it's essentially a portable command center for parents.

Updated Feb. 20, 2025
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I don’t want to be a helicopter parent—but parenting today makes it hard to let go

The truth is, "helicoptering" comes easy to me, even when I know it's good for my children to work hard, face obstacles, and experience the pride of genuine achievement.

Updated Feb. 20, 2025
non-maternity clothes for pregnancy

The best “non-maternity” clothes to help extend your pregnancy wardrobe

Let's be real—pregnancy is expensive enough without dropping hundreds on clothes you'll wear for a few months.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Mom holding a teddy bear

Teddy bears aren’t just for kids—why comfort objects might help adults sleep better too

Hugging a stuffed animal or weighted plush can reduce cortisol levels and lower anxiety.

Updated Feb. 13, 2025
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