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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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One preschooler’s wild graduation dream is sparking joy for millions

"Dream big, baby girl. In other news, might be time to turn off the @wickedmovie at home."

Updated Jul. 03, 2025

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What a new study suggests about pregnancy diet and type 1 diabetes—and why it’s not about being perfect

It’s not about being perfect. It’s about having the tools to make informed choices.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Facing a high-risk pregnancy? Here’s what three experts want every mom to know

By Jane Purser, DNP FNP-C; Becca Hamilton, LPC, PMH-C; and Dr. Margaret Archer, PT, DPT

Updated Jun. 24, 2025
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Going on a cruise this summer? 7 safety tips every parent should know before setting sail

The best time to talk about cruise rules? Before the ocean is involved.

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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How to talk to your kids about the floods in Texas

"The other thing that parents can do is talk about their own feelings in a calm and appropriate way.”

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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Mom checks baby monitor—and sees a crib moment she’ll never forget

Arlia climbs into the crib, settles in beside her seven-month-old sister, and instinctively pulls a small blanket over them both.

Updated Jul. 07, 2025
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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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Rachel Bilson opens up about miscarriages: ‘I’ve had losses’

The actress shared her painful experience on her podcast.

Updated Oct. 29, 2023
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Parenting milestones that sneak past us

Watching him ride that bike, I felt like I was watching him pedal off to college. 

Updated Oct. 25, 2023
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A Christmas surprise: Embracing the unexpected

Amidst the Yuletide celebrations, was I due a surprise Christmas gift?

Updated Oct. 25, 2023
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The best period products for pain relief according to experts

From heating pads to pain relief creams, here are the period products you want to stock up on.

Updated Oct. 27, 2023
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This app will pay you to take a walk

Actual cash or store rewards for every step you take? Sign us up.

Updated Oct. 27, 2023
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Here’s the CBS holiday lineup—and it is GOOD 

Get ready for reruns of “Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer”

Updated Oct. 27, 2023
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What to do if your teenager starts pulling away

I needed to adapt, to give her space when she needed it and to be there with open arms when she was ready to let me in.

Updated Oct. 24, 2023
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The Calm Down Corner: How to create a safe space for your child’s feelings

With a few calm down corner ideas, you can create the perfect space in your home where your child can process their feelings, and regulate their nervous system.

Updated Oct. 27, 2023
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Should pediatricians prescribe play?

Fostering independent play—and independence—gives kids the resilience they’re missing

Updated Aug. 12, 2024
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Restaurant policy sparks debate—’Adult surcharge: For adults unable to parent $$$’

"He got in our faces and told us that we belonged at Burger King and not at his restaurant."

Updated Oct. 27, 2023
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Husband went viral for how he reduces wife’s mental load when she’s parenting solo—and it still hits

“Reducing mental load for your partner is not just about when you’re in the house, it’s also when you’re out of it."

Updated Oct. 08, 2023
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‘Bluey’ artist reveals secret Easter eggs hidden in episodes

Cut to: All the parents we know re-watching every episode *very* closely.

Updated Oct. 27, 2023
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Heather Rae El Moussa says her ‘mom brain’ symptoms hid a more serious diagnosis

The 'Selling Sunset' star opens up about being diagnosed with an autoimmune condition at 4 months postpartum.

Updated Oct. 27, 2023
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2024 color trends: All the colors of the year we know so far

Sign me up for Persimmon and Bluebird.

Updated Dec. 11, 2023
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Hold off on buying your kid that first phone as long as humanly possible, experts say

The why is simple — their mental health is on the line.

Updated Oct. 27, 2023
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