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A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Grandparents

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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A maternal-health expert explains why Cardi B’s honesty about pregnancy depression matters

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
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One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
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The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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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
Shoes that light up

A mom bought her daughter new shoes—then faced the reality of what safety means in America

“I had to break it to her that I’m so sorry, mama,” she says quietly in the video. “We can’t bring those to school.”

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Grandparents

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Mom lets grandparents break the rules—and it’s winning hearts online

When it comes to childcare, sometimes letting grandparents do their thing is the best parenting hack

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

e. And a 9-year-old teacher whose mantra—“It takes process”—is turning everyday lessons into heartwarming TikTok magic.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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Woman goes viral for admitting she doesn’t close her blinds at night

"Why do you think people are looking through your blinds? When is the last time you looked in someone’s house? I’m telling you, people are not looking into your house."

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
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Broken hearts at holiday parties

While all along I was trying to find the right words, maybe all we needed was a kind way to speak.

Updated Dec. 26, 2023
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Embracing a career downshift in your late thirties

In reality, true success is being able to find balance and prioritize what truly matters to you.

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
boy on wrong flight

6-year-old boy placed on the wrong flight ends up in Orlando

"The flight attendant—after mom handed him with paperwork—did she let him go by himself?"

Updated Dec. 26, 2023
Mom waxes daughter's unibrow on TikTok

Mom waxes her young daughter’s unibrow and sparks major debate in viral TikTok

She says she'd rather people think she was a 'bad mom' than let her daughter have a unibrow.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
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TikTok influencer gets real about her struggles with popular weight loss drug Ozempic

She said she "gained double the weight back" after stopping the medication.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
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Snakes, elevators and a life-threatening illness—letting go of fear for the sake of my son

As my son writes his own chapters, he should be free of my scars.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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25 positive phrases to say to your kids at bedtime

“You have such a kind heart.”

Updated Oct. 02, 2024
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Expert warns of possible consequences of viral laundry hack

Critical thinking is very important when it comes to doing your research on internet hacks.

Updated Dec. 24, 2023
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4 easy activities to do with your kids over the holiday break

Beat boredom and keep little hands busy.

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
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Navigating parenthood when you feel like an outlier

My lack of a physical pregnancy experience meant that connecting with other mothers could be difficult.

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
Dr Becky on Instagram - Don't force a thank you

Dr. Becky expertly explains why you shouldn’t force kids to say ‘thank you’ after receiving gifts

Her viral video demonstrates a more effective way to teach children about gratitude.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
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Study reveals why you should think twice about microwaving holiday leftovers in your plastic containers

It might be tempting to use your stash of reusable plastic containers collected from takeout restaurants. 

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
Mom has empty stocking TikTok

This mom had an empty stocking for 10 years and her husband just now noticed

Fair warning: this one might make you cry a little.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
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Mediterranean diet may support IVF success

The Mediterranean eating plan has the best evidence for trying to conceive.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
Mom talks about Christmas presents for one kid

Mom gets roasted for saying she’s only buying Christmas presents for one of her kids

"There is literally no point in buying her a Christmas present."

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
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