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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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Kelly Ripa was body-shamed when she returned to work 2 weeks after giving birth

Kelly Ripa's stylist on 'All My Children' asked her why she wasn't 'smaller' 9 days after giving birth in 1997

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
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This mom of a first-grader is ALL of us trying to figure out our kids’ homework

“At first I thought I was losing my mind. I was like, ‘What am I missing here?’”

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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3 lessons I’ve learned as a lupus warrior—and a lupus mom

I firmly believe my own quest with lupus has a purpose: to guide and support my daughter, who has the chronic condition, too.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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Moms don’t need a nap—we need time with good friends

Our shared experiences from years past are what will always keep us together, regardless of what the future holds.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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A few words for this working mother

Whether it's praise or judgment, why do a few words from someone make me rethink my value as a working mom?

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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‘Hot Mess Mom’ messaging could be convincing an entire generation to ‘dread motherhood’

Cohen takes on the narrative that we shouldn’t have kids in such a tough world, and that everything will be hard and awful.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
Hot Mess Mom Express

Local moms start ‘Hot Mess Express’ to help fellow moms in need—and it’s amazing

“Who would be willing to go with me?” one mom began…

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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32% of families struggle to afford school lunches, report finds

If you’re feeling the pinch, you’re not alone.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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These are the things girls aren’t taught but should know anyway, according to Reddit

This Reddit thread is eye-opening and so important for parents and caregivers of young girls to read.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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Navigating pregnancy as a survivor: The intersection of trauma and birth

Even though this profound moment, the first moment I saw my baby, was meant to be a celebration, I still couldn't attend.

Updated Dec. 06, 2023
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Not going anywhere on Christmas Day is the best gift I ever gave myself as a mom

Because making other people happy while making yourself miserable is NOT what Christmas is all about.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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Cyberbullying is linked to eating disorders in kids: here’s what parents need to know

A study of 10-to-14-year-olds determined adolescent victims of cyberbullying were twice as likely to exhibit eating disorder symptoms.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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Discovering the truth about Santa not as damaging to kids as you might fear

Rest assured, mama: The majority of kids still place full trust in their parents, one study finds.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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Teacher gets emotional sharing students’ Christmas wish lists on TikTok—and gifts pour in

"We have a lot of kids who are in the foster system, we have a lot of kids who are living in poverty."

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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Do you always rub your feet together before sleep? There’s a reason for that

“Physical movements, including this behavior, help relax the body when tired and stressed."

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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I wanted a third child, so why am I feeling conflicted?

I was just starting to see myself as more than a mom.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
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