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Baby gate recalled for failing safety standards—how to find a safer option

The gates pose a risk because a child’s torso can fit through the opening between the gate and the floor.

The best low-stimulation shows for toddlers: A guide for parents

Slower-paced narratives allow children to process information at a natural rhythm.

Check your coffee creamer: This popular brand just got recalled in 31 states

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that more than 75,000 bottles of International Delight coffee creamer have been recalled due to reports of spoilage and illness. 

10,300 toddler step stools recalled after reports of collapse and injuries—what parents need to know

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for approximately 10,300 Onasti toddler stools

The UK just gave moms miscarriage leave—why doesn’t the U.S. do the same?

A new policy will soon guarantee parents two weeks of paid bereavement leave after a miscarriage

Firefighter finds abandoned newborn—after 15 years of infertility, he knew in his heart this was his son

Chris, a firefighter in Belen, New Mexico, was working his shift when an alarm rang at his station’s Safe Haven Baby Box.

Family visits new mom in the hospital—shocked to realize she’s been keeping a huge secret

Our families' reactions to finding out that we kept it a secret we were having twins!

Dads who do this 1 thing help moms breastfeed longer—and science proves it

When fathers take at least two weeks of leave after their child’s birth, their partners are 31% more likely to still be breastfeeding at eight weeks.

Worried your kids are acting entitled? Dr. Becky says this 1 simple shift can change everything

“Entitlement is the accumulated experience of feeling frustrated and then having someone else give you immediate success.”

Emily Oster’s ‘gel’ moment: a parenting mantra for depleted moms

"We need to pause. We need to repeat ourselves and then make decisions later.”

Dad realizes his baby’s nap lasted only 28 minutes—and his face says it all

But why do babies take such short naps? And more importantly, what can you actually do about it?

As a commerce editor, I’ve tested dozens of activewear brands—Old Navy’s new StudioSmooth line rivals luxury labels

This mom’s postpartum experience in China will leave U.S. moms in awe

Wang shares her postpartum experience in China, where she’s able to rest and recover without financial stress.

New Mexico’s baby bond proposal could give kids a $20K boost—will other states follow?

The proposed investment for each child is around $6,000 at birth, with projections estimating that, by adulthood, the fund could grow to approximately $20,000.

This new at-home program is redefining postpartum care for moms

Postpartum care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. And yet, in the U.S., it’s treated as an afterthought.

Mom tries to put her ‘FOMO baby’ to sleep—but his reaction is next level

According to pediatric sleep experts, babies experience FOMO (fear of missing out) because they’re naturally curious

Four grandparents, one roof—why this mom is all in on multi-generational living

"I grew up living with my mom’s parents and so deeply appreciate the roots it gave me, so we want nothing less for our kids."

Gigi Hadid opens up about co-parenting—and her insights hit home for this veteran mom

"Zayn and I do our custody schedules months in advance."

Texts between postpartum moms go viral—because no one talks about this enough

“When he first latches I literally have to bite down on something to keep from crying.”

This mom changed her baby’s name at 18 months—and she’s not alone

9% of moms have experienced regret over the name they chose for their child.