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mom holding newborn baby after birth

When I tell you about my difficult birth, here’s what I need you to do

Please don’t say, “At least the baby’s healthy.” 

Updated Nov. 07, 2022

Emily Ratajkowski has a message for mom-shamers

"I don't care if you hate me or hate celebrity (or just hate women) but it's incredibly scary to become a parent and no one deserves to be told by strangers that they're a s****y mother."

Updated Dec. 01, 2022
family at table asking "how was your day"

24 questions to ask your partner instead of, ‘How was your day?’

"If you could do any part of today over again, what would it be?"

Updated Jul. 05, 2024

New emojis will represent all pregnant people

The new Pregnant Man and Pregnant Person emojis "recognize that pregnancy is possible for some transgender men and non-binary people."

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

Gigi Hadid is saving the sweetest keepsake for her daughter

Memories are perhaps our greatest treasure.

Updated Dec. 28, 2021

Should you have another baby shower if you’ve already had a baby (or two… or three)?

In short: yes! Every new baby deserves to be celebrated in some way.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
mom and child drawing on the bed- mom burnout

Are you a momaholic? Here are 8 signs you need more time for you

Being a mother is amazing but if it's your whole life, it could lead to some serious mom burnout.

Updated Nov. 28, 2022

Wet liners: This summer’s sleekest eye trend

Wet liner can give even simple eye looks a serious pop.

Updated Jul. 19, 2021

Christine from ‘Selling Sunset’ says she and her baby almost died during birth

"The surgeons didn't even have time to count their tools before stitching me up as I was flatlining."

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
toddler drinking water

*This* is why your child needs that last drink of water before bed

When your child asks for a drink of water before they go to sleep, there truly may be a biological or emotional motivation behind it.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
little boy sleeping in bed

It’s science: Early bedtimes—and the routines behind them—make *everyone* happier

Good sleep hygiene, particularly an earlier bedtime, can improve the quality of life for both kids and moms.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry

Meghan and Harry are supporting families experiencing homelessness and we’re here for it

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are working "to ensure parents of every makeup and all walks of life have the support they need."

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

Joanna Gaines shares simple but GENIUS family screen time rule

It's always the simplest ideas that work the best, isn't it?

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
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