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Child Learn & Play

Body language expert shares 3 simple ways to raise socially skilled kids

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Child Learn & Play
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Postpartum

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
Postpartum, News
Grandparents
Grandparents & Extended Families

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
Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships
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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

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Children's Health

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

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health
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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
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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
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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
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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast
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Health & Wellness

Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health

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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Pregnancy

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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
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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
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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
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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

News

HART
Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety
Teaching about periods
Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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.
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Parenting

Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Work & Motherhood

This mom brought her baby to a meeting—and reminded us what true workplace support look

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

Baby wouldn’t stop crying—and this mom found a way to stay present through the noise

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

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Safety

Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Safety, Parenting
HART
Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety
Teaching about periods
Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Kylie and Ashley
Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending
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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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Christmas

4 easy activities to do with your kids over the holiday break

Beat boredom and keep little hands busy.

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
Christmas
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Surrogacy

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
Surrogacy, Mental Health
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Parenting

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
Parenting, Child Learn & Play
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Life

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
Life, Health & Wellness
Mom has empty stocking TikTok
Viral & Trending

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
Viral & Trending
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Infertility

Mediterranean diet may support IVF success

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

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
Infertility, Nutrition
Mom talks about Christmas presents for one kid
Viral & Trending

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
Viral & Trending
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Viral & Trending

Teacher goes viral for giving her class extra special winter hats—and it’s SO sweet

This teacher and her mom created special memories for a whole class for Christmas.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
Viral & Trending
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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Irritated and fuzzy brained? Cognitive overload might be the issue–and here’s what can help

What’s more overstimulating than motherhood?

Updated Dec. 22, 2023
Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness, Parenting
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Christmas

Operation rainbow elf: An oversize gesture to affirm my transgender son at Christmas

Even for a Christmas fanatic like me, this was over the top.

Updated Dec. 09, 2024
Christmas, Motherly Stories
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Parenting

Child therapist shares a simple tip on how to better connect with your child, and it’s a game-changer

It’s all in the way we talk to our kids.

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
Parenting, Children's Health
Chick-fil-A Christmas tree
Viral & Trending

Mom’s Chick-fil-A Christmas tree is totally unhinged in the *best* way

Please pass the honey mustard and Chick-fil-A sauce.

Updated Dec. 09, 2024
Viral & Trending
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Health & Wellness

Should moms carry Narcan?

Narcan is a life-saving tool that some have equated to knowing CPR, but it’s not a cure-all to the fentanyl crisis, experts say.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
Health & Wellness, Children's Health
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Baby Health

The emotional side of tongue-tie revisions

Confronted with the same situation again, I’m not sure what I’d do.

Updated Feb. 27, 2024
Baby Health, Parenting
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Christmas

Making Christmas unforgettable: Beyond the lights and gifts

This heartwarming experience was a powerful reminder that often, the most cherished moments stem from life's simplest pleasures.

Updated Dec. 20, 2023
Christmas, Motherly Stories
Teacher shows what her thinks she wants for Christmas
Viral & Trending

Students know just what teachers want this holiday season—and this TikTok proves it

Their hilarious insights should inform your last minute buying list.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
Viral & Trending
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Celebrity News

Kim & Khloé tease each other about shoes on the couch: ‘What a hypocrite!’

No shoes on the couch. Ever.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
Celebrity News
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News

Tongue tie revisions are under criticism—for my kids, they were a lifeline

Tongue tie releases are on the rise, and a recent investigation revealed issues in regulation.

Updated Feb. 28, 2024
News
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Marriage & Partnerships

Cameron Diaz says we should “normalize” separate bedrooms in marriages—and we’re on board

"I will go and sleep in my room, you go sleep in your room. I'm fine."

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
Marriage & Partnerships, Celebrity News
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Celebrity News

Serena Williams donated extra breast milk to those in need

“Someone out there is getting some super soldier milk,” she joked.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023
Celebrity News, Breastfeeding
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