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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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Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton

Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Pet reveal

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Diwali

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
kid's feelings about pompeii

Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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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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Viral video about kids' birthday parties

Mom requests we bring back simple ‘cake and pizza’ birthday parties, please and thanks

"I have felt 5% of the stress I felt for previous birthdays."

Updated Jan. 25, 2024
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Try these 3 foundational steps with your baby to get better sleep, according to a lactation consultant

Here’s how to build confidence, establish a feeding routine, and yes, get more sleep at night.

Updated Jan. 24, 2024
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Becoming a mother helped me connect to the natural world: Birthing an ecological self

Modern life had not prepared me for this transition. I did not know how to be feral.

Updated Jan. 24, 2024
sweater shaver

This sweater shaver refreshed all my knits—and it’s less than $30

Is this my new hobby? You bet.

Updated Jan. 24, 2024
Couple gives birth in McDonald's parking lot

Woman gives birth in McDonald’s parking lot—and the baby has the PERFECT nickname

Did we mention it happened in the middle of a snowstorm?!

Updated Jan. 24, 2024
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You can now turn on ‘Stolen Device Protection’ on your iPhone—here’s how

An easy way to keep all your precious photos safe.

Updated Jan. 24, 2024
Selena Gomez Golden Globes red carpet 2024

Selena Gomez embraces her body in her 30s and we LOVE to see it

"I'm not perfect but I am proud to be who I am."

Updated Jan. 24, 2024
Baby name expert on baby names for 2024

Baby name expert says short and stylish names are the way to go for 2024

And trendy, top 100 names are the ones to avoid.

Updated Jan. 24, 2024
Kyte Baby controversy

The Kyte Baby controversy highlights the drastic need for paid leave for NICU parents

Companies must take a stand to support their employees during the most trying time.

Updated Jan. 24, 2024
Barbie's Greta Gerwig, America Ferrera, and Margot Robbie

When it comes to the ‘Barbie’ Oscar nominations, it’s OK to be furious and delighted at the same time

America Ferrera's nomination is historic and well-deserved, even if we wish Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig were also nominated.

Updated Jan. 24, 2024
motherhood and entrepreneurship

15 women on the surprising challenges of motherhood and entrepreneurship

From navigating identity crises to the constant undercurrent of guilt, 15 mothers from the Dreamers & Doers collective unveil their most surprising challenges on juggling parenthood with entrepreneurship.

Updated Jan. 26, 2024
Girl Scouts selling cookies

Viral post begs people to keep diet culture away from Girl Scout cookies

"They shouldn’t worry about the calories of the cookies, the diet the person they’re selling to is on, or the body flaw that’s causing a person not to purchase."

Updated Jan. 23, 2024
Mom takes tween girls into Sephora

Mom defends taking 10-year-old daughter to Sephora

"My daughter and her friends all love Sephora. They love makeup, and they always want to go"

Updated Jan. 23, 2024
family hugging at home parenting values

Here’s how to uncover your parenting values to raise good humans

In an excerpt from her new book, “The 5 Principles of Parenting,” Dr. Aliza Pressman shares that raising good humans starts with defining your own answer to the question: What makes a good human?

Updated Jan. 22, 2024
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