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New poll reveals how little freedom kids have today—and why experts say it’s hurting them

Digital devices are deeply embedded in modern childhood, and the Harris Poll shows just how much they shape kids’ daily lives.

Updated Sep. 02, 2025
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Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 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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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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 $1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

The comparison has struck a nerve and sparked conversations about what kind of daycare system parents deserve.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025
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Parents say they’ll go into debt to help kids fit in—here’s how to navigate back-to-school pressure

Parents of K–12 and college students plan to spend an average of $741 this year—$200 more than last year.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025
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Before school starts, this mom delivers a kindness lesson her daughter won’t forget

“The cool thing about being a human is that we’re all different.”

Updated Sep. 03, 2025
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This Disney mom turned theme parks into her kids’ classroom—and parents are fascinated

“That’s not the only place we learn. But as Disney locals here in Mickey’s backyard, it just was inevitable for us to start learning in the parks.”

Updated Sep. 02, 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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Video captures sweetest mom/daughter duo dancing at an ‘Eras Tour’ screening

“This is what this movie was made for,” wrote one commenter of the sweet ‘Eras Tour’ moment captured on TikTok

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Jenna Bush Hager says her four-year-old son still sleeps in his crib

"It's normal to have a 4-year-old, your last child, nicely in his crib where he feels safe, right?" she asked

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Gwyneth Paltrow resents being called a ‘nepo baby’: ‘It’s an ugly moniker’

"There’s nothing wrong with doing what your parents do."

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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PSA: European Union officially bans glitter

The EU is cracking down on microplastics.

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Scarlett Johansson says she isn’t ‘tackling’ her son’s terrible twos—he’s tackling her

"The ‘terrible twos’ are more like tackling me, like actually, physically."

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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When’s the best time to start potty training? An expert weighs in

Potty training feels hard because it is hard. But here’s how to have a smooth experience.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
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Parents share why they choose to fight in front of their kids in viral TikTok

Kids need to learn to navigate "healthy conflict," and seeing their parents fight can help

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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‘Virgin River fans’ are over Jack and Mel’s never-ending misery

Virgin River fans want the lighthearted show back, with less darkness.

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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TikTok knows the dog mom guilt you feel upon bringing home a new baby is TOO real

Introducing your furry family members to a new baby isn’t always easy.

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Build-A-Bear just released a holiday Stitch bear and it is ADORABLE

Disney's sassiest and most mischievous character.

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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Kourtney Kardashian opens up about the ultrasound that saved her baby’s life

"I will be forever grateful to my incredible doctors for saving our baby’s life."

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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Scholastic backtracks on decision to ‘opt out’ of ‘diverse titles’ after facing criticism

They claim the move is to protect teachers, librarians, and volunteers in states with book bans, but parents aren’t happy.

Updated Oct. 26, 2023
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Spending coach shares 3 things you shouldn’t do ‘if you want to get out of debt’

"Helping people pay off debt and stay out of debt is something that I do on a daily basis"

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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6 foods toddlers love from Trader Joe’s

And as a nutritionist mom, I love them, too.

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
Nesting party

This viral video is going to make ‘nesting parties’ the next big trend for expecting moms

"Nesting parties" might be the trend moms have been waiting for

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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Before you book your next flight, try this viral cheap flights hack

If you’re able to build a little flexibility into your next vacation, there are mega deals to be had.

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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Please don’t comment on my bump size, period

We don’t always know what’s going on behind a pregnant person’s bump—and sometimes even the most well-intended comments can be triggering.

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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