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Tylenol when pregnant

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
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Viral 9 year old perfectly writing brand logos

This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton

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
mom teaches tween about social media

An 11-year-old was about to get her first phone—then her mom came up with a ‘social media prep school

This mom’s “Social Media Prep School” is teaching her tween how to handle online comments before they even get a phone.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
tru fru freeze dried recall

Tru Fru strawberry snacks recalled nationwide over possible metal fragments—what parents should check tonight

Pantry check, parents! Tru Fru just recalled several freeze-dried strawberry snacks over possible metal fragments—here’s what you need to know before your kids reach for a treat.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
mom shower hack

New mom’s viral shower hack is giving parents a game-changing idea

Struggling to shower as a new mom? Kailey Davis’ viral hack shows how a simple trick turned a chaotic moment into a win for both mom and baby

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Toddler

A bold request at a children’s museum leaves a 3-year-old stunned—and parents debating

Should adults intervene right away, or let kids navigate social hiccups on their own?

Updated Sep. 29, 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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I wanted a third child, so why am I feeling conflicted?

I was just starting to see myself as more than a mom.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
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I’m a single mother by choice and my son has half-siblings across the globe

In a world that often values traditional family structures, my son's story serves as a reminder that family comes in all shapes and sizes.

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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3 things this child crimes investigator would never let her kids do

Sleepovers have been getting a lot of attention lately.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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17 important phrases to say if you’re being mistreated while giving birth

Repeat after us: "You do not have my permission."

Updated Oct. 02, 2024
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Is Santa’s ‘Naughty or Nice’ List a thing of the past? Some experts say it should be

Why it leaves little room for error and might be manipulative.

Updated Aug. 12, 2024
Elmo and dad Sesame Workshop talk about parental addiction

Elmo asks what kids everywhere want to know about addiction

Sesame Workshop has never shied away from tough topics.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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This is not a drill: Starbucks offers 50% off drinks every Thursday for the rest of the year

If you're a Starbucks Rewards member, you can get your favorite Starbucks drink half off every week this year.

Updated Dec. 08, 2023
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More than 1 in 3 women have lasting health problems after giving birth, study finds

But that doesn’t mean postpartum complications are normal.

Updated Apr. 16, 2024
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What to do when everything goes wrong—all at the same time

What if we put more energy into thinking about all the ways in which things could go right?

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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6 kid-approved Hanukkah recipes (beyond potato latkes!)

Simple enough for little hands to handle.

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
A girl's bedroom untouched by fire in viral TikTok - close before you doze

Little girl’s bedroom untouched by fire due to closed door in jarring viral TikTok

This is a good reminder for families everywhere to close their doors before going to sleep at night.

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
Girl on ipad at Christmas

Dr. Becky’s tips for setting screen time boundaries during the holidays are a lifesaver

Putting an end to screen time can and will lead to conflict and meltdowns—accept it now.

Updated Dec. 12, 2023
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Jodie Sweetin says no topic is off-limits with her teens 

Her top advice for tough discussions with teens: listening, and using her ‘mom face.’

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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Ruth Veloria on how working moms can reach beyond ‘just a job’

"And I think we just happen to live in a culture that has devalued those skills and those that sacrifice in a lot of ways."

Updated Dec. 07, 2023
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Moms are divided over a new party trend called ‘grandma showers’

A grandma shower is similar to a baby shower, but it celebrates the grandma-to-be.

Updated Dec. 05, 2023
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