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This nutritionist couldn’t find clean supplements for her neurodivergent son, so she made her own

How one nutritionist's kitchen experiments became a mission to help other parents.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025

Our Partners, Back To School

Health & Wellness

Butter recall issued after allergen warning—what parents need to know

Bunge North America has voluntarily recalled more than 64,000 pounds of its NH European Style Butter Blend after discovering the product contained an undeclared milk allergen

Updated Aug. 04, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting

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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

We found the best wearable breast pumps so you can pump hands-free (and most are on sale this week!)

Moms and experts weigh in on their faves.

Updated Aug. 04, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Baby Feeding Tips

Baby

A 30-year-old embryo just became a newborn—and his big sister is already a mom

This is a story where time folds in on itself: a child conceived in one century, born in another, sharing DNA with a sister who now tucks her own children into bed.

Updated Aug. 01, 2025

Baby, Birth, Parenting

Health & Wellness

Butter recall issued after allergen warning—what parents need to know

Updated Aug. 04, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting

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Women's Health

New at-home lab test gives postpartum mothers real answers—before the six-week checkup

“We test hundreds of biomarkers during pregnancy. Then we test nothing.”

Updated Aug. 01, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

News

Midwives could cut maternal deaths nearly in half—this new data shows what’s standing in the way

In 2021, the U.S. maternal mortality rate hit 32.9 deaths per 100,000 live births, according to the CDC.

Updated Jul. 08, 2025

News, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Parenting

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

Parenting, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Updated Jul. 11, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health

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Health & Wellness

“I just remember crying”: JWoww shares the airport moment with her son that changed everything

"We were sitting in TSA, and he decided he didn’t like that. He ripped my glasses off, broke them, and head-butted me."

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Celebrity News, Mental Health, News

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, News

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Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

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

News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, Fertility Prep More, Getting Pregnant, Journey

Viral & Trending

The toddler party problem no one talks about—and one mom’s brilliant fix

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

News

Popular sugar cookies sold at Target recalled in 20 states for wood contamination

Target’s Favorite Day Bakery Frosted Sugar Cookies have been voluntarily recalled due to possible wood contamination.

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

News, Baby, Baby Health, Parenting, Safety

News

The best states to have a baby in 2025 (and the 10 that need to do better)

For many parents, the financial and logistical realities of birth are prompting a bigger question: What does “baby-friendly” actually look like when you’re the one giving birth?

Updated Aug. 06, 2025

News, Birth, Parenting

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Viral & Trending

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

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News

This popular energy drink may accidentally contain alcohol—what parents need to know

Updated Aug. 01, 2025

News

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Celebrity News

Hailey Bieber just shared her pregnancy must-haves and they’re actually affordable

Updated Aug. 01, 2025

Celebrity News, Postpartum Products

News

Dog rests his head on baby bump—then the kick comes

Updated Aug. 01, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

The toddler party problem no one talks about—and one mom’s brilliant fix

When she invited guests to an 8 a.m. birthday breakfast, she wasn’t sure how it would land. But the idea quickly went viral on Instagram.

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

News

Popular sugar cookies sold at Target recalled in 20 states for wood contamination

Target’s Favorite Day Bakery Frosted Sugar Cookies have been voluntarily recalled due to possible wood contamination.

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

News, Baby, Baby Health, Parenting, Safety

Parenting

Crowd erupts as baby’s first steps steal the show at WNBA game

One little girl in a pink bow crawled out to an early lead. Cameras zoomed in. Parents cheered from across the court. But then, she paused. Wobbled. And… stood up.

Updated Aug. 06, 2025

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, Child Milestones

News

The best states to have a baby in 2025 (and the 10 that need to do better)

For many parents, the financial and logistical realities of birth are prompting a bigger question: What does “baby-friendly” actually look like when you’re the one giving birth?

Updated Aug. 06, 2025

News, Birth, Parenting

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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Career & Money

Learning to trust yourself with money

To heal your relationship with money you also have to heal your relationship with yourself.

Updated Sep. 27, 2023

Career & Money, Life

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Home

TikToker shares wild and effective alternative to fabric softener

This TikTok user shows how she successfully replaced fabric softener with a household staple.

Updated Sep. 28, 2023

Home, Life

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Life

40 Amazon Prime Big Deal Days deals that will get your home and gift list ready for the holidays

You could be totally done with holiday shopping before Halloween!

Updated Oct. 08, 2024

Life

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Motherly Stories

Dear mama, you’re doing great

“It’s hard to see now but it gets easier and harder, in different ways, and then, easier again."

Updated Sep. 29, 2023

Motherly Stories

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Women's Health

Insurance covers breast pumps and lactation support—but doesn’t cover formula or donor milk for those who can’t breastfeed

Bobbie For Change x The Breasties is bringing awareness to this glaring insurance gap.

Updated Sep. 29, 2023

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Celebrity News

Kerry Washington opens up about her abortion: ‘This is a form of health care, this is OK’

The actor’s new memoir "Thicker Than Water" is available now.

Updated Sep. 29, 2023

Celebrity News

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Parenting

5 questions I’m asking daycare centers as an antiracist mama

As a working mom, I rely on my village of family, friends and daycare to help shape my child and their view of the world around them.

Updated Sep. 29, 2023

Parenting, Life

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Health & Wellness

Health officials urge pregnant women to get vaccinated against flu, Covid and RSV

“We must use all available tools to protect those most at risk, including infants and young children, pregnant people, older adults, and those with chronic health conditions,” says CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen.

Updated Sep. 29, 2023

Health & Wellness, Covid

Viral & Trending

Elyse Myers shares (incredibly honest) list of all the postpartum must-haves you need

“Don’t even waste your time with the pads."

Updated Sep. 29, 2023

Viral & Trending, Postpartum

Travel

These are the best places to celebrate Halloween for spooky, family fun

Fall festivals, giant sea witches and so much more.

Updated Aug. 20, 2024

Travel, Halloween

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Community & Friendship

A letter to friends who don’t have children

I’ll always love you, but it’s impossible to get it until you’re in it.

Updated Sep. 28, 2023

Community & Friendship, Motherly Stories

Viral & Trending

Ms. Rachel explains the importance of speaking ‘parentese’ to littles: ‘This is not baby talk’

Parentese is shown to boost baby’s language development.

Updated Sep. 28, 2023

Viral & Trending, Baby Milestones, Toddler Milestones

Community & Friendship

My son’s first childhood friend moved away and I was the one to grieve

And though he might not remember the magic of his first real friendship, I would.

Updated Sep. 27, 2023

Community & Friendship, Motherly Stories

Viral & Trending

Mom-to-be shares heartwrenching decision about naming her baby after her late nephew

"The problem is my husband and I do not want to continue with the tradition."

Updated Sep. 27, 2023

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

This soccer club banned parents from yelling at their kids’ games

There's to be no talking, yelling or "conversation" on the parent sidelines of the game.

Updated Sep. 27, 2023

Viral & Trending

Home Shopping Guides

From diaper changes to sports practices: Car organizers to keep everything in place

Because no one wants to drive a dumpster on wheels.

Updated Mar. 06, 2024

Home Shopping Guides, Shop

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Baby Health

Nearly 1 in 2 families struggle to afford diapers

It costs about $1,200 a year to diaper a baby, and most government programs don't help parents with that expense. The End Diaper Need Act could help lift families out of poverty, the CEO of Hello Bello shares.

Updated Sep. 27, 2023

Baby Health, News