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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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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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Mom credits ‘miracle baby’ for saving her life during rare, life-threatening heart condition

"Love is a powerful thing, and the bond between a mother and a baby, it's unreal"

Updated Jan. 10, 2024
Toddler holds giant toy in hand

Toddler hilariously outsmarts dad to get the toys he wants in viral video

"You can carry it, but does it fit in your hand?"

Updated Jan. 10, 2024
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Can virtual doulas help solve the maternal health crisis? Research points to ‘yes’

Reducing C-sections and poor outcomes one Zoom and text at a time.

Updated Jan. 10, 2024
Woman talks about not taking advice from men

This 33-year-old mom is not here to take career advice from men—here’s why 

She doesn’t take career advice from men because “it’s not applicable to women and mothers in particular.”

Updated Jan. 09, 2024
mom holding baby- postpartum preeclampsia

How a night nanny helped me heal from postpartum preeclampsia 

I’ve begun to wonder—should investing in postpartum care really be considered a luxury? 

Updated Jan. 09, 2024
Mom on TikTok argues against kids in restaurants

Mom of 5 rants about noisy kids in restaurants and people have thoughts

“They were loud and obnoxious, and had absolutely no regard for other diners.”

Updated Jan. 09, 2024
pregnant woman in labor - grandma helped me through labor

How my grandma helped me through labor and delivery

At the end of it all, we are home safe and healthy, which is exactly what my birth plan was. 

Updated Jan. 09, 2024
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Working mamas: 4 ways to find more fulfillment in every aspect of your life

I try to be intentional in every conversation I have to build genuine connections.

Updated Jan. 09, 2024
Shanna Moakler and Kourtney kardashian and Travis Barker

Shanna Moakler isn’t mincing words when it comes to co-parenting with the Kardashian family

Moakler describes the “glitter and fame” her young kids experienced when Travis started dating Kourtney.

Updated Jan. 09, 2024
Jessica Alba poses with family

Jessica Alba is refreshingly open about how she—and her kids—are in therapy

"I go to therapy so I can be kinder toward people I don’t always agree with, because I want to be happy."

Updated Jan. 09, 2024
Kelly Clarkson on red carpet 2023

Kelly Clarkson is living her best life as a single mom, thank you very much

She’s focusing on her successful career, friends, and two children.

Updated Jan. 09, 2024
Mom gets really into her cashier character on TikTok

This mom’s playtime cashier character will have you straight-up busting a gut

The click-clacking of her nails on the cash register… we’re cackling.

Updated Jan. 08, 2024
doctor checking baby at doctors office - cdc urges rsv shot for infants

All eligible children should receive the RSV shot ‘as quickly as possible,’ CDC says

After a lengthy shortage, more immunizations are expected in the coming weeks.

Updated Jan. 08, 2024
Katharine McPhee and David Foster's toddler plays drums

Katharine McPhee and David Foster have a 2-year-old drumming prodigy for a son

It's no surprise that Katharine McPhee and David Foster gave birth to a musical genius.

Updated Jan. 08, 2024
Kevin Costner and America Fererra at the 2024 Golden Globes

Kevin Costner surprises America Ferrera by reciting her famous ‘Barbie’ monologue

His word-for-word rendition was impressive and moving.

Updated Jan. 08, 2024
Joy Koy and Margot Robbie at the Golden Globes

Oof—Jo Koy’s sexist ‘Barbie’ joke at the Golden Globes fell so, so flat

Golden Globes viewers were shocked by how unfunny (and even tasteless) the host's jokes were throughout the night.

Updated Jan. 08, 2024
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