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Everything you need to know about your taxes if you had a baby last year

New parents? Here's a guide to filing taxes with a new baby in the house.

Updated Dec. 23, 2021

Jennifer Garner’s PSA about body image is exactly what we needed to read today

"I can work really hard and I can be really fit and I'll still look like a woman who has three babies, and I always will."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Like Meghan Markle, I had to step away from my family for my wellbeing

The interview everyone's talking about hit home for many reasons.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Flu cases have plummeted. Here’s why

There's an unforeseen silver lining of the COVID-19 pandemic: flu cases are at historic lows.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

6 things I wished I had known about having biracial kids

I'm always waiting for someone to make an inappropriate comment.

Updated May. 26, 2022

Lupita Nyong’o released a new kids show featuring a Kenyan superhero

The Oscar-winning actress was moved to tears by her newest project, which features a young girl who is powerful in so many ways.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

To my child, if you remember anything from the pandemic, remember this…

When this is all over, I hope you remember these little moments.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

How I stopped blaming myself for my miscarriage, from a psychologist

A Q+A with the author of 'I Had A Miscarriage: A Memoir, a Movement.'

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

How to create an Insta-worthy nursery that doesn’t sacrifice safety

Designing a stylish nursery doesn't mean you have to skimp on important factors, like safety.

Updated Mar. 01, 2022
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Trending now: Greenery in your baby’s room

We rounded up our favorite examples to inspire your own decor.

Updated Mar. 01, 2022

If you’re not sure how to decorate a nursery, here’s where to start

Just pick one focal point—one sizable piece of artwork that holds its own.

Updated Dec. 06, 2021

5 expert tips to create a stylish baby room—from Ali Fedokowsky’s interior designer

Designer Veronica Valencia wants to let you in on some industry secrets.

Updated Mar. 09, 2021
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Meghan Markle shares pregnancy mental health crisis in Oprah interview

Editor’s note: This article contains mentions of suicidal ideation. If you or…

Updated Jan. 14, 2022

This mom’s tweet about the pandemic went viral, and we need to talk about it

"I don't want to miss bedtime with my kid" is something many of us can relate to.

Updated May. 20, 2022

Oprah: Meghan Markle was told to be “fifty percent less” than she was

The veteran journalist is revealing more about Meghan's treatment by the royal family.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Kim Kardashian is reflecting on being body-shamed while pregnant: “It really broke me”

The reality star is opening up about the very public body-shaming she endured during her first pregnancy. We need to listen.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Children are being named as defendants in eviction cases. It needs to stop.

This attorney explains the unfair tactic and how it can impact children for the rest of their lives.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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