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Arshiner’s Teddy Bear & Friends Collection isn’t just another round of kids’ clothes—it’s soft, durable, and playful enough to keep up with real childhood chaos. With styles dropping Sept. 15 on Amazon, this might be the rare collection both parents and kids agree on.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

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Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

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Dr. Becky shares menu hack for school year

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Dr. Becky has a helpful breakfast hack that will save your sanity on busy mornings

"Try it. It's magic"

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

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Health & Wellness

Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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Health & Wellness

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

Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play

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

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News

What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Birth, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025

Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

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

Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

News

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

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News

What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Birth, Pregnancy

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News

When mom instincts meet motherhood fears: The moment a spider tested one mother’s courage

A parenting video that had everyone holding their breath

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

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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.

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Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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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.”

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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.

Celebrity News

Saoirse Ronan takes first stroll as a mom—and fans are celebrating

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Celebrity News, Birth, News

Baby

This 5-month-old’s hair has strangers stopping in their tracks

Updated Sep. 11, 2025

Baby, News, Viral & Trending

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

News

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

Parenting

New Mexico becomes first state with free universal child care—what families can expect on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 11, 2025

Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

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Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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

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

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Dad absolutely nails the judgment women often bear when carrying the mental load

Invisible labor affects moms in more ways than people may realize.

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

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Millennial mom discusses 'old lady names' on TikTok

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Millennial mom got a lesson on the new ‘old lady names’ from her daughter, and YIKES

Move over Dorothy and Margaret, Ashley and Amanda are the new “old people names.”

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

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Children's Health

This is the magical method that helps my kids deal with anxiety

And that’s where the magic of common humanity comes in.

Updated Feb. 22, 2024

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Work & Motherhood

New report proves that employer-offered caregiving benefits increase productivity and profit

The R.O.I. of Caregiving Benefits report from The Fifth Trimester and Vivvi unearthed some remarkable statistics.

Updated Feb. 26, 2024

Work & Motherhood, News

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Women's Health

5 surprising facts about giving birth the second time around

You might feel more cramping after birth—but also more confidence.

Updated Oct. 05, 2022

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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

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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

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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

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TikTok mom blames Easy Bake Oven for poisonin

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

It’s not because they made bad muffins.

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

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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

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

Need a cute date night in? Here you go!

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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