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Health & Wellness

California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness, Fitness

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

The comfiest, chicest sweatshirts for fall (that aren’t your college hoodie)

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

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Work & Motherhood

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

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness, Fitness

Health & Wellness

California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

If you're feeling that weird cocktail of guilt, fear, and "how do I even talk about this?"—welcome to the club.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

Pregnancy

Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

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

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News

News

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. 10, 2025

News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy

Viral & Trending

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

Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

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Parenting

TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News

Parenting

The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Beyond ‘gentle’: How today’s parents are blending parenting styles—and breaking cycles

Modern parents aren’t following just one style anymore. From cycle-breaking to gentle parenting, they’re blending approaches

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Viral & Trending

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

News

This school’s “un-fundraiser” is giving parents a reason to breathe easier

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

What happens when a mom finally stops cleaning long enough to go for a run

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Shonda Rhimes finally admits what every working mom knows

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

News, Celebrity News

Parenting

TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News

Parenting

The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Beyond ‘gentle’: How today’s parents are blending parenting styles—and breaking cycles

Modern parents aren’t following just one style anymore. From cycle-breaking to gentle parenting, they’re blending approaches

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News

News

What parents need to know about the Education Department layoffs—and how they could affect kids with disabilities

While the numbers might sound abstract, the impact is personal.

Updated Oct. 14, 2025

News, Parenting

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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Motherly Stories

‘Failure to thrive’ is a harmful and unhelpful term for my child

“Failure to thrive” kids aren’t failing at anything.

Updated Jul. 10, 2023

Motherly Stories, Baby Health

Home

Redditor warned against installing potentially harmful rubber mulch in yard

“Absolutely not. Use bark. Please,”

Updated Dec. 28, 2023

Home, Life

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Home

4 steps to embrace clean living without overwhelm

A practical guide for busy moms who want a healthy home.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Home, Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

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Women's Health

Diet culture deeply impacts kids of all ages: 5 ways parents can break the cycle

Parents shape the way kids think about food and their bodies forever.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Women's Health, Nutrition

sad woman scrolling on phone female friendships after kids

Community & Friendship

Female friendships after kids—where are my friends?

Unconditional love in my female friendships looks a lot different after kids.

Updated Dec. 24, 2023

Community & Friendship

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Child Learn & Play

10 Minute to Win It games for kids for an awesome family fun night

Get the whole family off of their screens and engaged with these fun games!

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Child Learn & Play

Life

State signs historic bill to protect children from silent threat

This legislation is a major win for parents and kids alike.

Updated Dec. 28, 2023

Life, Children's Health

mother holding newborn baby in hospital bed and smiling possibly after using laughing gas for labor

Labor & Delivery

More women are using laughing gas for pain relief during labor—here’s why

According to ACOG, nitrous oxide "reduces anxiety and increases a feeling of well-being so that pain is easier to deal with."

Updated Aug. 30, 2022

Labor & Delivery, Women's Health

Adoption

Adoptive parents: How to level up in 2024

Search for birth parent voices to better understand and honor your child’s origins.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Adoption

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Motherly Stories

5 ways I became a better labor & delivery nurse by being a NICU mama

You may not be physically close to your baby but I will do everything in my power for you to feel close to them.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Motherly Stories

Mom talks about son's stuffed giraffe on tiktok

Viral & Trending

Boy reunites with beloved stuffie after accidentally leaving it in Paris—grab a tissue

The internet was used for good that day.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Viral & Trending

TikTok grandma explaining natural mouse repellent solution

Life

Grandma shares easy, nontoxic method to keep mice out of your home

Babs’ tip is particularly valuable for those living in cold climates who experience an onslaught of critters in their garages or cabinets during the winter.

Updated Dec. 28, 2023

Life, Home