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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
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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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3 things this child crimes investigator would never let her kids do

Sleepovers have been getting a lot of attention lately.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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17 important phrases to say if you’re being mistreated while giving birth

Repeat after us: "You do not have my permission."

Updated Oct. 02, 2024
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Is Santa’s ‘Naughty or Nice’ List a thing of the past? Some experts say it should be

Why it leaves little room for error and might be manipulative.

Updated Aug. 12, 2024
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Elmo asks what kids everywhere want to know about addiction

Sesame Workshop has never shied away from tough topics.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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This is not a drill: Starbucks offers 50% off drinks every Thursday for the rest of the year

If you're a Starbucks Rewards member, you can get your favorite Starbucks drink half off every week this year.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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More than 1 in 3 women have lasting health problems after giving birth, study finds

But that doesn’t mean postpartum complications are normal.

Updated Apr. 16, 2024
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What to do when everything goes wrong—all at the same time

What if we put more energy into thinking about all the ways in which things could go right?

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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6 kid-approved Hanukkah recipes (beyond potato latkes!)

Simple enough for little hands to handle.

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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Little girl’s bedroom untouched by fire due to closed door in jarring viral TikTok

This is a good reminder for families everywhere to close their doors before going to sleep at night.

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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Dr. Becky’s tips for setting screen time boundaries during the holidays are a lifesaver

Putting an end to screen time can and will lead to conflict and meltdowns—accept it now.

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
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Jodie Sweetin says no topic is off-limits with her teens 

Her top advice for tough discussions with teens: listening, and using her ‘mom face.’

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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Ruth Veloria on how working moms can reach beyond ‘just a job’

"And I think we just happen to live in a culture that has devalued those skills and those that sacrifice in a lot of ways."

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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Moms are divided over a new party trend called ‘grandma showers’

A grandma shower is similar to a baby shower, but it celebrates the grandma-to-be.

Updated Dec. 05, 2023
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10 things I wish I knew as a new NICU mama

Don’t allow the setbacks of the NICU to define your journey.

Updated Dec. 06, 2023
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Life happens here in the midst of the mess

I’m quite sure that all too soon I’ll crave their clutter and chaos in the same way I craved their newborn snuggles as they grew into bigger kids.

Updated Dec. 06, 2023
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The 8 best maternity bras, according to an expert

Plus, a guide to buying maternity bras at every stage.

Updated Dec. 06, 2023
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