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It’s science: Your blood pressure *before* you get pregnant could determine your baby’s sex

It's not just chromosomes that help determine whether you're having a boy or girl.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022

Avoid the “summer slump” with these new summer book releases for kids

Curling up with a good book and air conditioning sounds like a perfect way to spend a quiet summer afternoon!

Updated Jul. 30, 2021

To the mama happy about sending her kids back to school—I’m with you

For me, the end of summer isn't the end of the party—it's the beginning.

Updated Jul. 22, 2025

The German women’s team is making a HUGE statement against sexualization in gymnastics

"It's about what feels comfortable. We wanted to show that every woman, everybody, should decide what to wear."

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

US gymnast Suni Lee wins the gold—and her parents’ reaction is EVERYTHING

Watch the moment her mom and dad realize their baby girl won the gold and try not to cry. We dare you.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Shawn Johnson East shares the amazing birth video of her new baby

The couple welcomed their baby boy on July 19.

Updated Jan. 25, 2023

Tori Spelling says her daughter was tormented by bullies so badly it affected her health

In a heartbreaking Instagram post, Tori explains the awful circumstances her daughter Stella has had to overcome due to bullying.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Mom goes viral on TikTok for saying ‘kids don’t owe their parents anything’

And after you listen to her thoughtful, well-articulated argument—it's clear she's right.

Updated Sep. 26, 2022

Simone Biles Olympics withdrawal reminds us of the pressure female athletes face

The G.O.A.T. gymnast had to withdraw from the women's team gymnastic final because she wants to put her mental health first.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
mom and son wearing masks and hugging

To the mama sending her kids back to preschool—your little ones are going to be OK

I'm anxious about post-quarantine preschool—but I'm determined to make it special.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Britney Spears officially files to remove her dad as conservator

Spears' medical team has also advised the removal of Jamie Spears as conservator in favor of his daughter's emotional well-being.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Jessica Alba reveals she and her daughter attend therapy together

The mom of 3 says she struggles with treating her 13-year-old like "a little kid."

Updated Feb. 01, 2022

Pink offers to pay Norwegian handball team’s fines for wearing shorts instead of bikinis

The Norwegian team protested sexist uniform rules, and Pink is offering to help them out if they need it.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
woman crying taking a selfie

This mama reminds us that becoming a mother is the birth of a human AND a new woman

"You go from the highest your hormones will ever be in your life to the lowest all in one swift moment."

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
Emmy Rossum headshot

Emmy Rossum shares first photo of baby girl to help promote COVID vaccine awareness

Vaccinated while pregnant, Rossum delivered a healthy baby girl who now has antibodies that will help her fight off future infections, should they occur.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022
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