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The Kids' Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

The Kids’ Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

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

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
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Try these positive affirmations to help raise a confident child

Positive affirmations can teach kids to have confidence in themselves.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

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

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Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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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
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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
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Sprout baby food pouch recalled for possible lead: How to check your lot and what to do

Parents are urged to check their Sprout baby food pouches after a lead-related recall.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Justin Bieber just shared his family’s values—and it has parents reflecting on their own

Justin Bieber’s family values list is inspiring parents to reflect on the principles they want to pass on and live by with their children

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Mom sends her boys running to stop their fights—what happens next is parenting gold

At first, it looked like punishment: two kids forced to run a mile together. But by the end, the tension was gone, replaced with laughter.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

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
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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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Parents and librarians face off online over whether playgrounds belong in libraries

"I am once again begging the city to open indoor playgrounds at public libraries"

Updated Jan. 17, 2024
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This husband left a sink full of dirty dishes along with a note to his wife

Some commenters noted that “the bar is on the floor” for men.

Updated Jan. 17, 2024
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Maria Menounos’ best advice for life with a newborn: ‘Ask for help’

Her cancer diagnosis meant she didn’t have time for a lot of baby prep or celebrations.

Updated Jan. 17, 2024
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Husband’s hilarious snow message about wife’s baking marathon goes viral

Five types of bread in 24 hours doesn’t sound so bad to us.

Updated Jan. 17, 2024
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72,000 Retrospec kids’ bike helmets recalled for head injury risk

These helmets could fail to protect your child’s head in the event of a crash.

Updated Jan. 17, 2024
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More mental health issues found in teens with several siblings, research shows

9,100 eighth graders in the U.S. and 9,400 in China were involved in the study.

Updated Jan. 16, 2024
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When it comes to selecting your sperm donor, swiping right just won’t cut it

The search for my ‘perfect’ donor was an overwhelming experience, to say the least.

Updated Jan. 17, 2024
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How to build connection with your child: Mom/Dad vs. Parent Roles

Parents are the closest person to their child.

Updated Jan. 16, 2024
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Ice-T and Coco’s daughter kills it at beer pong—and the internet has thoughts

"Nothing to be proud of as a parent," said one commenter who should mind their own business.

Updated Jan. 16, 2024
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Christina Applegate tears up during the touching standing ovation she received at the Emmys

"Oh my god, you're totally shaming me [and my] disability by standing up."

Updated Jan. 16, 2024
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Suki Waterhouse shares that her red-hot Emmys gown was ‘redesigned’ to fit her growing belly

Suki Waterhouse—and her perfect plus-one—were red hot on the Emmys red carpet.

Updated Jan. 16, 2024
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Don’t stop believing—even when you’re living in a lonely world

It’s slowly coming to a realization that you, as a mama to two uniquely complex kids, are alone in this world.

Updated Jan. 12, 2024
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Every step of our lives has prepared us for you

We’ve waited our whole lives to meet you, little one.

Updated Jan. 12, 2024
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‘Sittervising’ is the latest parenting trend because it’s freaking genius

Coined by Susan Allison, M. Ed, founder of the Busy Toddler Instagram account, “sittervising” is supportive of children and parents.

Updated Mar. 05, 2024
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Parents go viral on TikTok for *genius* ‘period board’ idea for their daughters

A period board is just what the doctor ordered when it's that time of the month.

Updated Jan. 12, 2024
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Ultrasound nails: celebrate your little one with this cute trend

This is not the trend we saw coming but darn if it isn't cute!

Updated Jan. 12, 2024
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