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Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Work & Motherhood

The model who turned her maternity brand into a lifeline for isolated moms

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Work & Motherhood

Child

New poll reveals how little freedom kids have today—and why experts say it’s hurting them

Digital devices are deeply embedded in modern childhood, and the Harris Poll shows just how much they shape kids’ daily lives.

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

News

Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

Our Partners

Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Getting Pregnant

China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility

Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Infertility

Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Pregnancy

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025

Pregnancy

Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025

Pregnancy, News

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Pregnancy

French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

Teaching kids to spot ‘weaponized incompetence’ before it becomes a habit

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

How a baby’s autograph-covered helmet became the sweetest surprise of the US Open

Sometimes the world’s most high-profile stages are the most unlikely places for pure, unscripted joy—especially when a baby is involved

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Penn Badgley quietly introduces his new role: dad of twins

Penn Badgley is a dad once again—or twice again, to be exact.

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

News, Celebrity News

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Viral & Trending

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

News

Viral video captures firstborn crashing baby’s giggle session with a laugh no one will forget

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

News, Baby, Viral & Trending

News

Indoor princesses unite—this little girl’s viral camping review has parents everywhere rolling

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

News, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play, Viral & Trending

Toddler

This little girl’s bedtime clapback proves kids always have the last word

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, Toddler Sleep, Viral & Trending

Toddler

This little girl’s bedtime clapback proves kids always have the last word

“Kids always know exactly how to cut you down at bedtime 😂.”

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, Toddler Sleep, Viral & Trending

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Toddler Sleep

This viral blankie story proves kids know exactly what they need to feel safe

When the youngest gets attention, the oldest often steps in with their own showstopper act.

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

Toddler Sleep, Parenting, Toddler

Viral & Trending

$1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

The comparison has struck a nerve and sparked conversations about what kind of daycare system parents deserve.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, News, Parenting

Back To School

Parents say they’ll go into debt to help kids fit in—here’s how to navigate back-to-school pressure

Parents of K–12 and college students plan to spend an average of $741 this year—$200 more than last year.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Back To School, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, Parenting

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

Make memories while building lasting knowledge with these fun and easy ideas.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Celebrity News

Sarah Michelle Gellar partners with UScellular to encourage everyone to unplug for a day

A new survey shows that a third of people want to take an intentional break from their phone.

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

Celebrity News

News

Texas judge rules high school can legally punish this Black student for his hairstyle

The 18-year-old students hair is worn in locs on top of his head

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

News

Celebrity News

Kelly Osbourne says there was ‘no adjustment period’ for her when she became a mom

"There was no adjustment period for me because I love it all"

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

Celebrity News

TikTok mom blames Easy Bake Oven for poisonin

Viral & Trending

Mom claims an Easy Bake Oven poisoned her entire family—yes, really

It’s not because they made bad muffins.

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

TikTok mom’s controversial take on birthday parties is raising eyebrows

This mom doesn't seem to realize that, especially as kids get older, family and friend parties are very different.

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

Viral & Trending

The ‘couples paint each other’ TikTok trend is comedy GOLD

Need a cute date night in? Here you go!

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

Viral & Trending

Parenting

My husband and I chose a legal guardian for our daughter—here’s how we did it

Even though it’s hard to discuss, especially as new parents, it is a critical decision in keeping your child protected.

Updated Feb. 22, 2024

Parenting

Viral & Trending

Kids who can’t swim don’t belong in the water, according to a swim coach’s viral video

“If I see puddle jumpers, I’m gonna pop ‘em.”

Updated Feb. 22, 2024

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

Youngin’ asks ‘what kind of USB port’ a phone jack is, and we’re officially elderly

"Every day I get called old in a new way"

Updated Feb. 22, 2024

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

Nonverbal teen says his little brother’s name in viral video that will leave you sobbing

"All a parent like me ever wants is a glimpse inside their child's secret world — and we're getting it now."

Updated Feb. 22, 2024

Viral & Trending

Celebrity News

Ashlee Simpson opens up about rejecting her dad’s purity ring at 12 years old

"He tried to give me one at 12 and I was like, ‘Oh, no thank you'"

Updated Feb. 22, 2024

Celebrity News

Toddler Learn & Play

Family therapist shares game-changing tip to help diffuse frustrated toddlers

The technique from Big Little Feelings’ Deena Margolin is helpful for parents, too.

Updated Feb. 20, 2024

Toddler Learn & Play, Viral & Trending

Women's Health

These are the 6 books I’d gift to new moms

To empower them to tackle the anxiety and stress that comes with motherhood.

Updated Dec. 16, 2024

Women's Health, What To Read

Celebrity News

Ireland Baldwin shares solidarity selfies of her postpartum body in a bra & underwear

“Anyone who makes you feel bad for going at your own pace or not being enough can suck it,” she says.

Updated Feb. 21, 2024

Celebrity News

Celebrity News

Blake Lively’s big Super Bowl outing was the ‘first time’ she’s ‘ever’ left her 4 kids

She even wore pants that were also shoes.

Updated Feb. 21, 2024

Celebrity News

Viral & Trending

Dad blames his ex-wife for his son’s ankle surgery and wants her to pay—is he wrong?

"She said I'm obligated to pay half and I said take me to court then"

Updated Feb. 21, 2024

Viral & Trending

Comedian talking about people who hate kids

Viral & Trending

Comedian’s viral video calls out adults who make hating kids ‘part of their personality’

"I feel like some people are going to disagree with me on this take, but I find it so weird when someone makes hating kids such a huge part of their personality"

Updated Feb. 21, 2024

Viral & Trending