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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
Miscarriage rates

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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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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The day I lost my daughter—a story of stillbirth

I just wanted to understand what the hell was going on and why this was happening.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
Santa honors little girl's bodily autonomy

Santa Claus goes viral for his reaction when a little girl didn’t want to sit on his lap

“I said this is her body, and she is in control of her body.” – Santa Claus

Updated Dec. 14, 2023
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Pink perfectly responds to being called ‘old’ at 44

"What a blessing to have life, years."

Updated Dec. 14, 2023
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Mattel is making an American Girl live-action movie—and we cannot WAIT

Following the success of 'Barbie,' Mattel is making another doll-inspired live action movie that's sure to be nostalgia bait for millennials.

Updated Dec. 14, 2023
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There’s now an at-home perimenopause test

Perimenopause is often marked as a time with more questions than answers, but Oova’s at-home test hopes to change that.

Updated Mar. 27, 2024
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10 ways to support a new NICU mama

While you may not have experienced being a NICU mama yourself, being a good friend is universal and consistent.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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Riding the waves of emotion on the solo path of trying to conceive

Here are a few strategies I used to navigate the emotional rollercoaster.

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
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The science behind why your baby stops crying when you stand up

A fascinating study explains the phenomenon.

Updated Jun. 15, 2022
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Hugh Grant talking about his 5 kids is the gift that keeps on giving

"I'm swamped in children, and I'm too old for them."

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
Bradley Cooper poses with daughter at Maestro premiere

So it turns out Bradley Cooper’s daughter is basically his twin

We're living for this adorable daddy-daughter date.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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New study highlights the benefits of all-day preschool

“In this study, we wanted to know if the effects on school performance and achievement were sustained through third grade.”

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams Paisley open toy store for needy families this holiday season

The country star is pushing for no kid to go without this holiday.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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This POV of an adult ‘family vlogger child’ on TikTok is a must-watch

Well that’s depressing, but definitely must-see viewing.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
Kate Cox

Here’s what’s happening with Kate Cox and her battle to get a life-saving abortion in Texas

She had to leave the state to have an emergency abortion.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
Mom and daughter dance at wedding

This viral mother/daughter wedding dance has everyone vowing to ‘be this mom’

"I became this mom cause it’s what I didn’t have growing up"

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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Mom asks the internet if she’s wrong for letting her daughter wear a costume to a costume party

"If the birthday girl was upset, I would have changed my daughter. But that's not what happened, and both were really excited."

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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Teen skin is different than adult skin

A dermatologist lays down the law: It's time to stop buying tweens and teens luxury skincare designed for adults.

Updated Dec. 13, 2023
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