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A national poll reveals what’s missing from our kids’ playtime—and it’s not toys

Are screens and safety fears stealing our kids’ playtime? A new poll says yes

Updated Oct. 21, 2025
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Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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This first grade teacher’s daily affirmation is the pep talk we all need

A viral video reminds us why elementary school teachers deserve every ounce of our respect—and a significant raise.

Updated Oct. 20, 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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New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025
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Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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Families brace for empty grocery cards as a government shutdown drags on

For millions of parents, that quick EBT balance check is really a check on whether there’s enough for milk, bread, and dinner tonight.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025
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Nick Jonas opens up about what terrifies him as a girl dad

Nick Jonas opens up about the one thing that terrifies him as a girl dad—and it’s a fear every parent can relate to in the age of social media.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025
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These are the most popular songs parents play during birth—and why

Research shows babies remember melodies they heard before they were born, responding to them with a sense of calm and recognition.

Updated Oct. 22, 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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Keke Palmer’s message to moms: stop feeling guilty for working—‘especially in this economy’

Moms shouldn’t apologize for doing what’s necessary to support their families

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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This girl dad cried at Olivia Rodrigo concert—and the reason has us tearing up, too

“He stood seven hours in the heat—and sobbed harder than most teens.”

Updated Aug. 21, 2025
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Mom finds the sweetest way to send her son to college with a Toy Story-inspired goodbye

For a final moment, she took her son’s childhood to infinity and beyond.

Updated Aug. 21, 2025
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Radioactive shrimp recall expands—check your freezer if you shop at Walmart, Kroger, or other major chains

The only shrimp that tested positive for radioactive contamination never made it onto store shelves, but the FDA and Walmart are moving quickly to recall select products as a preventive step.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
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The back-to-school pickup habit that might be shutting kids down

Asking a string of questions right after school can actually be counterproductive

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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Mom goes into labor dressed as the Grinch—and finds joy in the chaos

The 19-year-old from Vernon, British Columbia, went into labor while trick-or-treating with her younger brother and ended up rolling into the hospital in full costume: green face paint, Santa suit, and even an onion in hand

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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Why the new ‘tradwife’ dictionary definition is stirring debate among moms

While the dictionary’s editors note that their role is to observe and record language rather than pass judgment, the addition has drawn criticism for oversimplifying a nuanced cultural phenomenon.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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Someone at work questioned my ambition because I’m a mom. The irony? He was a dad

When pitching an investor, I got a question that stopped me in my tracks. Here’s how I wish I had responded—and what it taught me about proving the doubters wrong.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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I built my business during my baby’s 40-minute naps—and it changed how I work forever

And then I became a mother, and that vision of an ideal workday became impossible.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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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
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Mom checks on her toddler and Saint Bernard—and can’t believe what she finds

Thanos the Saint Bernard is stretched out on the floor, sound asleep, one back leg pointing straight up in the air.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025
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Everything you need to know about nipple shields—and how new technology is changing the game

Board certified pediatrician Dr. Mona explains when these breastfeeding tools can help, how to use them safely, and why visual confirmation can help.

Updated Aug. 18, 2025
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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
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Olivia Culpo reveals the postpartum care every new mom deserves

In her now-viral Instagram Reel, Culpo’s mom appears tending to the newborn and showing up for her daughter with nourishing trays of food, champagne by her bedside, and even a violin serenade. 

Updated Aug. 19, 2025
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Dad shuts down mother-in-law’s body-shaming remark about his 11-year-old

He stopped the conversation and drew a firm line, in the moment, with his daughter watching. 

Updated Aug. 18, 2025
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I used to glorify hustle—motherhood taught me to prioritize presence

And suddenly, the markers of success I used to chase didn’t matter as much as the moments I didn’t want to miss

Updated Aug. 20, 2025
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