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11 backpacks for moms who still carry all the things

When you don't need a diaper bag, but still need a hands-free solution chock full of pockets.

As an Afghan interpreter, I sought refuge in the US. Family is everything to me—and I’m desperate to save mine

In this personal essay, an Afghan man living in the US shares his plight as his family flees Afghanistan.

Lakers gift adorable care packages to newborns and families for ‘Kobe Day’

"On this special day, we want to honor Kobe and celebrate you."

75 Florida doctors gather to beg people to get the COVID vaccine

"We are exhausted. Our patience and resources are running low and we need your help."

Baby Dove’s new initiative takes aim at closing the Black maternal care gap

From providing financial support to access doula care to a line of baby care products for melanin-rich skin and hair, this is so important.

Mom captures sweet first day of school moment in viral TikTok

The video has more than 3 million views, probably because this is what we all need right now.

Getting COVID-19 during pregnancy can mean a higher risk of preterm birth—and maternal death

What every pregnant woman needs to know about preventing COVID-19 now.

More than 23,000 Georgia students in quarantine weeks into school year

The data includes positive cases as well as students and staff in quarantine.

What is chestfeeding? (And why it’s so important)

Plus, how we can better support the people who choose to do it.

8 surprising + delicious breastfeeding snacks

BRB, eating all of the food.

Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is officially approved by the FDA

This is the first COVID-19 vaccine to be subject to a full review by the FDA.

Ashley Graham’s 1-year-old son swims like a pro—all on his own!

Everyone is in awe of Ashley Graham's tiny son basically swimming like an Olympian.

An Afghan refugee gave birth on a U.S. evacuation plane

She gave birth just moments after landing, in the cargo bay of a U.S. Air Force C-17 aircraft.

When your child doesn’t listen, remember: You’re still a good mom

I’m here to tell you: Me, too. And I understand.

All your questions about kids & face masks, answered

We asked doctors and epidemiologists the biggest questions parents have about wearing masks at school–including which face masks are most effective, and how to get kids to wear them.

Body cam footage shows officer delivering baby in 7-Eleven parking lot

Watch the entire amazing birth from start to finish—congrats to all!

EPA is banning a pesticide linked to neurological damage in children

The Biden administration and the Environmental Protection Agency will reverse a Trump-era decision and ban chlorpyrifos.

Dad’s emotional plea to school board about masks goes viral

"She went to school and was one of just a few kids in her class wearing a mask, which made her ask why she had to. My answer was because we want to take care of other people."