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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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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
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Pet reveal

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Diwali

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
kid's feelings about pompeii

Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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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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Consumer Reports says these baby wipes have harmful ingredients—but not everyone agrees

Here are the best and worst baby wipes, according to Consumer Reports.

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
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Couple who adopted—then got pregnant with triplets—now have 4 babies under 4 months old

"We have both always dreamed of having a big family and infertility made us realize that it isn’t about HOW we become parents that matters to us — it is about parenthood itself."

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
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Kelly Ripa was body-shamed when she returned to work 2 weeks after giving birth

Kelly Ripa's stylist on 'All My Children' asked her why she wasn't 'smaller' 9 days after giving birth in 1997

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
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This mom of a first-grader is ALL of us trying to figure out our kids’ homework

“At first I thought I was losing my mind. I was like, ‘What am I missing here?’”

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
Thoughtful woman battling with lupus looking out of window at home lupus mom

3 lessons I’ve learned as a lupus warrior—and a lupus mom

I firmly believe my own quest with lupus has a purpose: to guide and support my daughter, who has the chronic condition, too.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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Moms don’t need a nap—we need time with good friends

Our shared experiences from years past are what will always keep us together, regardless of what the future holds.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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A few words for this working mother

Whether it's praise or judgment, why do a few words from someone make me rethink my value as a working mom?

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
Woman staring off into distance

‘Hot Mess Mom’ messaging could be convincing an entire generation to ‘dread motherhood’

Cohen takes on the narrative that we shouldn’t have kids in such a tough world, and that everything will be hard and awful.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
Hot Mess Mom Express

Local moms start ‘Hot Mess Express’ to help fellow moms in need—and it’s amazing

“Who would be willing to go with me?” one mom began…

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
lunch lady serving girl food in cafeteria struggle to afford to pay for lunch

32% of families struggle to afford school lunches, report finds

If you’re feeling the pinch, you’re not alone.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
Viral Reddit thread about young girls

These are the things girls aren’t taught but should know anyway, according to Reddit

This Reddit thread is eye-opening and so important for parents and caregivers of young girls to read.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
woman giving birth aduse survivor

Navigating pregnancy as a survivor: The intersection of trauma and birth

Even though this profound moment, the first moment I saw my baby, was meant to be a celebration, I still couldn't attend.

Updated Dec. 06, 2023
Mom relaxing on Christmas Day

Not going anywhere on Christmas Day is the best gift I ever gave myself as a mom

Because making other people happy while making yourself miserable is NOT what Christmas is all about.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
Girl on phone

Cyberbullying is linked to eating disorders in kids: here’s what parents need to know

A study of 10-to-14-year-olds determined adolescent victims of cyberbullying were twice as likely to exhibit eating disorder symptoms.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
girl writing letter to santa truth about santa myth

Discovering the truth about Santa not as damaging to kids as you might fear

Rest assured, mama: The majority of kids still place full trust in their parents, one study finds.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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