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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

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Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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Big brother gathers his friends to walk sister to kindergarten—moms can’t stop crying

There’s something about the mix of big-hearted protectiveness, sibling teamwork, and tiny hands holding tight that makes this clip impossible to scroll past without smiling or tearing up a little.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
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Why a little boy’s garbage truck birthday shows the power of raising kids to value every job

When a toddler's birthday wish is a garbage truck, it's more than a cute moment—it's a lesson in empathy, connection, and the value of every job.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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New CDC data shows nearly 1 in 3 U.S. teens have prediabetes—what parents need to know

This finding doesn’t mean these kids are sick, and it doesn’t mean their future is already decided.

Updated Aug. 15, 2025
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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 FDA is phasing out synthetic food dyes—here’s what it means for your family’s health

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just announced a prominent plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes from the nation’s food supply.

Updated Apr. 28, 2025
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The ‘baby tax’ is driving up costs for families—and making basic safety harder to afford for many

Imagine trying to buy a car seat and realizing it costs more—not because it got fancier, but because it got taxed.

Updated Apr. 29, 2025
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Tufts NICU babies ‘run’ their first Boston marathon and steal every heart along the way

At Tufts Medical Center’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), the halls turned into a pint-sized marathon course as nurses and parents dressed the hospital’s tiniest champions in miniature marathon bibs, sneakers, and headbands to celebrate their very first Boston Marathon.

Updated Apr. 25, 2025
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180,000 Safety 1st car seats recalled over choking hazard—what parents need to know

An issue with the headrest has led to 13 case reports, but no injuries have been reported.

Updated Apr. 27, 2025
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Olivia Munn’s 3-year-old walked a mile in just his socks—and every toddler parent will feel this

The actor and mom of two took to Instagram to share a wildly relatable meltdown moment that started with a sunny stroll through New York City.

Updated Apr. 24, 2025
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The prenatal revolution moms have been waiting for

Now, for patients with low to average risk, prenatal care can be customized based on individual needs, risk factors.

Updated Apr. 24, 2025
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30 of the best movies to watch on Mother’s Day with your kids

Celebrate motherhood with the best movie moms.

Updated Apr. 15, 2024
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30% of maternal deaths happen after 6 weeks—but most are preventable

From 2018 to 2022, pregnancy-related deaths rose by nearly 28% in the U.S.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025
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Gen Z nurse quietly honors every baby she’s delivered—and her method is leaving people in tears

In a now-viral TikTok that has racked up over 5.6 million views, the young nurse shares the deeply personal project she started while still in nursing school: a baby bead jar. Each bead represents a baby she’s helped deliver during her shifts as a night nurse.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025
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Labor nurse begins her shift like any other—then her own baby arrives

As a labor and delivery nurse, Allison knew the process, the people, and the plan. But sometimes, knowing too much can be a double-edged sword.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025
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Mom says no to another dog—until a senior rescue “chooses” her teen

In a TikTok video that's capturing hearts across social media, Rodriguez documented her teenage daughter's immediate and profound connection with a senior husky mix.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025
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Buford the brave: Hero dog finds missing toddler 7 miles from home in Arizona wilderness

In a heart-stopping story with the happiest ending, a loyal ranch dog named Buford is being hailed a hero after finding a missing toddler who had wandered seven miles away from his home in the rural Arizona wilderness.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025
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This surprising pregnancy snack could cut your baby’s allergy risk—here’s what to know

If you’ve been craving avocados, you’re not just fueling your body with healthy fats—you might also be supporting your baby’s immune system in a seriously powerful way.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025
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This Mother’s Day, give her the gift of less stress

Simple ways to take something off her plate—today and every day.

Updated Apr. 21, 2025
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A baby in the corner, someone swiping Hinge, divorce jokes in the air—welcome to girls night in your 30s

A now-viral TikTok from creator @danilyndesign hit a nerve—and maybe even healed something—in the hearts of so many women just trying to find their way through adulthood.

Updated Apr. 21, 2025
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25 people reveal the tiny acts of love from childhood they’ll never forget—and now do for their kids

Across Reddit, users shared moving stories from their childhoods that reveal one powerful truth: it’s not about being a perfect parent. It’s about showing up.

Updated Apr. 21, 2025
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12 dads show up for an Easter egg hunt—then realize they’re the eggs

Arizona mom Rachael Woolsey's TikTok has gone viral with over 5.7 million views, showing what might be the most entertaining twist on an Easter egg hunt we've ever seen: where the dads themselves become the hunted.

Updated Apr. 21, 2025
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No one made diapers for his daughter—so this dad launched his own brand

When Brady Crandall’s daughter was born with a brain injury called hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), he never expected he’d one day be founding a diaper company.

Updated Apr. 21, 2025
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