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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

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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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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Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 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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RSV shot for babies is in short supply, CDC warns

The agency warns that nirsevimab, the RSV immunization for infants, should be reserved for babies at the highest risk for severe RSV. Here’s what to do to protect your baby if you can’t get the shot.

Updated Oct. 24, 2023
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I want my kids to be healthy not safe

I want to rush in and take away all their discomfort.

Updated Oct. 23, 2023
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Moms need a retirement plan, too

Emily Oster shares that early parenthood is crucial for retirement planning—and it’s never too late to start.

Updated Oct. 23, 2023
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5 ways to teach your 8-year-old about body neutrality

Body neutrality is the new body positivity.

Updated Oct. 23, 2023
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This TikTok sweater hack is ‘peak millennial’—and it’s genius

One commenter called it “peak millennial.”

Updated Oct. 24, 2023
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This mom of triplets highlights how each baby is so different during feeding

She proves there’s never a dull moment with triplets—even during feeding time.

Updated Oct. 23, 2023
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25 best teacher-approved holiday gifts

Stumped on what to give your kids’ teacher for the holidays? Avoid the mug-and-child-artwork trap with these teacher-approved picks.

Updated Oct. 16, 2024
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Naomi Osaka says she’s had ‘so many doubts’ about whether she’s a ‘good mom

Parents everywhere will surely relate to Naomi Osaka’s candid admission.

Updated Oct. 24, 2023
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Fans aren’t pleased with Kim Kardashian after her comments about ‘being a boy mom’

It seems Kim prefers being a “boy mom” because “a girl steals your clothes and has an attitude."

Updated Oct. 24, 2023
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Squishmallows has an Advent calendar so run (don’t walk) to get one

What's better than Squishmallows to count down to the holidays?

Updated Oct. 20, 2023
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Periods cause changes in your brain architecture, landmark study shows

A small study shows that there’s a physiological link between hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle and changes in white and gray matter.

Updated Oct. 20, 2023
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This is why Dolly Parton has been sleeping in her makeup since the ’80s

A lesson from Dolly Parton in always being camera ready.

Updated Oct. 20, 2023
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This is the most overlooked nursery item

Here’s why clean air is as essential as a cozy crib.

Updated Oct. 21, 2023
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4 kid-friendly Ikea hacks that will make you DI wonder why you didn’t think of them first

When you stumble upon that perfect piece, think outside the flat-pack box.

Updated Oct. 20, 2023
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Doctor prescribes ‘a cat’ for a woman grieving the loss of her beloved pet

"Robin was down in the dumps, crying about the loss of her cat, and I felt that a new cat was the best remedy for her."

Updated Oct. 22, 2023
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The ‘want, need, wear, read’ philosophy makes Christmas shopping a total breeze

Push aside consumer madness and look at gift-giving in a new light.

Updated Dec. 01, 2023
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