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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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The best 4th of July sales to shop this holiday week

Kid's clothes, baby gear and of course a few for mama, too!

Updated Jun. 30, 2025
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4th of July activities for kids who don’t like fireworks: Fun, safe & sensory-friendly ideas

The volume and spectacle of Independence Day fireworks can be a frightening experience for your little one.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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Moms are calling this AI tool a ‘lifesaver’ for the mental load they carry every day

“My life has gotten 10 times easier and, for the first time in a long time, I feel like I have space to breathe.”

Updated Jul. 03, 2025

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Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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What a new study suggests about pregnancy diet and type 1 diabetes—and why it’s not about being perfect

It’s not about being perfect. It’s about having the tools to make informed choices.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Facing a high-risk pregnancy? Here’s what three experts want every mom to know

By Jane Purser, DNP FNP-C; Becca Hamilton, LPC, PMH-C; and Dr. Margaret Archer, PT, DPT

Updated Jun. 24, 2025
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How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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A toddler crawled into her baby sister’s crib—and showed us what love looks like before language

Arlia climbs into the crib, settles in beside her seven-month-old sister, and instinctively pulls a small blanket over them both.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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Mom and dad talk behind their toddler’s back—her reaction is unforgettable

What they’re doing is part of a growing parenting trend known as “positive gossip”—speaking praise about your child as if they’re not listening, even though they definitely are.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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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.

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Students know just what teachers want this holiday season—and this TikTok proves it

Their hilarious insights should inform your last minute buying list.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
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Tongue tie revisions are under criticism—for my kids, they were a lifeline

Tongue tie releases are on the rise, and a recent investigation revealed issues in regulation.

Updated Feb. 28, 2024
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Serena Williams donated extra breast milk to those in need

“Someone out there is getting some super soldier milk,” she joked.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
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Looking for a relationship spark? Try these 7 conversation games you’ll actually enjoy playing with your partner

Create a deeper connection with your partner–and maybe even learn something new about yourself.

Updated Jan. 16, 2024
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Balancing a newborn and working full-time

Perhaps with my fresh and recent experience on my motherhood resume, I can provide solace or understanding to other mothers experiencing this, too.

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
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The things my parents saved in the attic

Today my husband and I will set up the tent that my whole family once camped in.

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
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WanaBana puree pouch recall—’may contain elevated levels of lead’

“If you have WanaBana brand apple cinnamon puree products in your home, do not eat them or feed them to your children."

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
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Rihanna is loving that boy mom life: ‘I thought I was a girl mom, but I’m a boy mom’

She’s shining “bright like a diamond” as a mom of two boys.

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
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Kristin Cavallari opens up about cutting out her dad from her life

"When you start now messing with my kids, I'm not doing it."

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
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Family is horrified to realize they accidentally spent $10K on Disney+ gift cards

"We leave in six days and the parks are selling out of tickets because it's Christmas. My mom is distraught."

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
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Baby massage can support mothers’ mental health, study finds

Infant massage lowered postpartum depression symptoms and helped with bonding.

Updated Dec. 19, 2023
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Facing opposing family values this holiday season

I hope to teach my boys the importance of breaking norms, of participating in traditions while also shaping them. 

Updated Dec. 19, 2023
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Check your pantry, because Quaker Oats just issued a massive recall on dozens of products

So far, there are no reports of illness due to the contaminated products.

Updated Dec. 19, 2023
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Jennifer Love Hewitt responds to critics who say she’s ‘unrecognizable’

"Aging in Hollywood is really hard,” she said. “You can't do anything right."

Updated Dec. 19, 2023
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