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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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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Debby Ryan pregnancy

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 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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Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
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Most toddler towers failed safety tests—here’s what parents need to know

New safety tests from Consumer Reports reveal a serious concern: most toddler towers on the market failed when it came to stability and entrapment risks.

Updated Sep. 10, 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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Want a stress-free Elf on the Shelf season? There’s an app for that

This is the ace up your ugly Christmas sweater sleeve.

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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7 things to do before your next run

Running helps moms of all ages and stages reduce the risk of anxiety, depression, dementia and insomnia.

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Does your baby need probiotics? A neonatologist explains

Here’s the ABC approach I take when recommending baby probiotics to my patients.

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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This mother/daughter wedding dance is a gut-punch of emotion

Move over father/daughter dances, mother/daughter dances have arrived

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Will the FDA ban Red dye 3?

Is it time to say bye to red dye? Synthetic food dyes like Red 3 have been linked to neurobehavioral issues in children.

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Preserving children’s innocence in a world in crisis

We live in a world where we must learn to navigate the turbulent waters of bigotry and hatred and redirect them towards equality and love.

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Penelope Disick hilariously roasts dad Scott for dating younger women

“You're 40!” Penelope Disick reminded her father

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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Kim Kardashian shares why she decided to hire a male nanny

The mom of four worries that her house (and even her family) is “very female-dominated.”

Updated Oct. 19, 2023
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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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