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Keep up with the latest news on what matters most to your family, from public health to parenting and maybe some celebrity gossip, too.

Ms Rachel

“I’ve been doing full episodes for her”—Ms. Rachel on bonding with her baby post-surrogacy

“I’ve been doing full episodes for her, just as myself!”

Updated Jun. 05, 2025
Scottie Scheffler

Golf champ Scottie Scheffler gets handed his baby—and a blowout warning on live TV

“He has poop all over his back, so be prepared.”

Updated Jun. 05, 2025
Mensa welcomes youngest member - 2 year old boy

2-year-old makes Mensa history—but his mom’s message is what’s really resonating

Joseph’s story is a reminder that being “ahead” cognitively doesn’t mean a child needs less nurturing—it often means they need more. 

Updated Jun. 04, 2025
Jason Kelce

Jason Kelce interrupts podcast to answer his toddler’s urgent potty request

There’s no glamor here—just a father being called to duty in one of the least glamorous, most routine parenting jobs: wiping a toddler’s bottom.

Updated Jun. 03, 2025
Viral TikTok

“Is that standard?”: What one viral TikTok haircut revealed about parenting in 2025

“How much is everybody else paying for kids’ haircuts? Just out of curiosity.”

Updated May. 30, 2025
Viral tiktok toddler on train

Viral TikTok shows toddler melting hearts with train greetings

“He even asks how are they doing, I’d be standing next to him like his bodyguard.”

Updated May. 30, 2025
Beyonce gender reveal concert

Beyoncé surprises pregnant fan with sweet gender reveal on stage

Inside the envelope? A single word: “COWBOY.”

Updated May. 30, 2025
Kansas city mom graduates wth kids

Mom graduates alongside her kids, showing it’s never too late to pursue dreams

“We were all taking finals at the same time.”

Updated May. 29, 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
Viral TikTok - A mom talking to her toddler

Toddler gives viral crumpet order—and mom’s calm response wins the internet

The video opens with Smith, who’s currently expecting her second baby, standing in her kitchen trying to decode Harvey’s oddly specific crumpet order.

Updated May. 29, 2025
Megan Fox

Megan Fox opens up about being 38 and newly pregnant—challenging the ‘expiration date’ myth of motherhood

“Please stop listening to the patriarchy. Women are eternal light beings. We do not have an expiration date.”

Updated May. 29, 2025
Cassie Ventura with husband Alex Fine

Cassie Ventura gives birth to baby boy weeks after testifying: “Her life is now surrounded by love”

In February, the couple announced the pregnancy with a tender black-and-white photo shoot.

Updated May. 29, 2025
Reddit - A woman with two kids

“I did this with my first baby—but never again”: 10 real lessons from second-time parents

A recent viral thread on Reddit asked parents to share what they did with their first kid that they would never do with their second.

Updated May. 28, 2025
A woman talking about choking prevention

The summer snacks this nanny says could put toddlers at risk

In the video, Manton-Kelly shares examples of foods she advises parents to avoid due to potential choking risks.

Updated May. 23, 2025
Albany New York - Pregnant news anchor

Pregnant anchor’s water breaks before the morning news—and she powers through the whole broadcast

Jaquith chose to anchor the entire three-hour morning show while in early labor, contractions and all.

Updated May. 23, 2025
Chucky doll

Forget stuffed animals—this 5-year-old’s bedtime buddy has everyone talking

Comfort objects, or transitional objects, play a pivotal role in a child's emotional development.

Updated May. 23, 2025
Cucumber recall

Check your fridge: Cucumber recall hits 15 states after salmonella outbreak

The recall was announced on May 19, 2025, after 26 people in 15 states were reported ill, nine of whom were hospitalized.

Updated May. 22, 2025
Jennifer Lawrence

Jennifer Lawrence says postpartum made her feel “like an alien”—as a new mom, I get it

Even with help, I couldn’t rest—or eat. It wasn’t just physical—it was emotional confusion I couldn’t explain.

Updated May. 21, 2025
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