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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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Shawn Johnson East opens up about her ‘dense and tall’ toddler son’s size

"But just because he's built like a linebacker means nothing. He might be a pianist, scientist, mathematician, or whatever."

Updated Dec. 04, 2023
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These social media alternatives for kids give them social connection without sacrificing safety

Help kids connect with a little more peace of mind.

Updated Jan. 19, 2024
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Natalie Portman wasn’t ‘ready to pop’ during 2011 Oscars despite what everyone thought

I was like, 'I’ve got five months to go! I’m just huge.'

Updated Dec. 04, 2023
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A Branson holiday is just what your family needs this Christmas

Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, the Westgate Branson Woods Resort has so much to offer.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
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A feminist’s defense of the small-town Christmas romance

Is it REALLY all that terrible if a woman chooses to leave the big city behind?

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
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7 daily habits to foster sustainable parenting

Many parents are setting out to raise their little ones with a side of sustainability. These daily habits can wield a super-sized impact on shrinking your family's footprint.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
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These are the products I wish I had registered for as a breastfeeding mom

Breastfeeding and pumping can take a toll on your mental and physical health in ways that are hard to prepare for. Here are the tools, products and tips that helped me.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
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How to talk to kids about puberty, according to the authors of ‘This Is So Awkward’

Some research shows that puberty is starting earlier—which means we need to prep for those big convos sooner than later. Here’s what to know.

Updated Nov. 29, 2023
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Moms, keep planning the magic—even when it doesn’t seem like your kids feel it anymore

What they’ll remember is that feeling of joy, no matter how brief. And so will you.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023

Kids can help rescue food headed for the landfill—because there’s an app for that

What a great lesson on food insecurity and waste.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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Nutritionist reveals meanings behind common labels found on grocery store eggs

Most importantly, eggs hold a good nutritional value no matter where they come from.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
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To the mama with a heavy heart—it gets better

You don’t feel ready for them to start “adulting,” but hasn’t that been the goal all along?

Updated Nov. 30, 2023
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New report shows daycare centers weren’t Covid transmission hubs after all

Kids were less likely to get the virus at childcare centers than they were from people they lived with, research shows.

Updated Dec. 02, 2023
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