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Toddler Learn & Play

Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Toddler Learn & Play, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler

Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Child Sleep

Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Child Sleep, Toddler Sleep

News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Motherly

10 postpartum habits that protect your mental health

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Fourth Trimester, Mental Health, Postpartum

Children's Health

Phrases to try when your child is struggling with milestones (8 that connect)

When progress feels slow, words can increase a child’s stress or their courage. 8 phrases lower pressure, build trust, and keep learning on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Children's Health, Mental Health

Motherly

7 signs your tween is asking for independence and how to honor it

Tweens crave room to try, stumble and grow. Here are clear signs your tween is asking for some independence, they are ready for more say in their life.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Children's Health, Teen, Teen Issues, Tweens

Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Taking care of each other isn't just charity. It's how we build power.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Health & Wellness

Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Willa’s ‘You’re pregnant?’ and Ada’s ‘With who?’ make Thomas Rhett’s baby news utterly priceless.”

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Physiological Changes During Pregnancy Based on Oura Data

News

Your body knows first: What Oura’s massive pregnancy study reveals about the science of intuition

Every pregnant person has felt it: that sudden wave of exhaustion, a racing heartbeat while climbing the stairs, or sleep that feels both deeper and lighter.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

5 financial truths every mom should know before maternity leave

Maternity leave math is confusing, even when you have benefits. Here's facts that matter most and simple steps to take so your paycheck, premiums, and plans stay on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Pregnancy, Second Trimester

Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Kieran Culkin once wasn’t sure about having kids — now he and Jazz Charton are celebrating their third

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Megan Fox admits she hasn’t slept in 7 months—and it’s sparking a real conversation about postpartum recovery

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Postpartum

Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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.

Kendra Austin’s viral clip about hanging out without spending a dime

News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Postpartum

Reese Witherspoon opens up about postpartum depression—and why honesty still matters

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Postpartum, Celebrity News, News

Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

The “no-buy / low-spend hang” trend is sweeping TikTok, proving that connection matters more than cash—and moms everywhere are taking notes.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

9 supportive rituals that make adoption feel celebrated

Your family’s story deserves to be honored. Simple, repeatable rituals help you mark milestones, nurture connection and keep your child’s identity at the center.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, Adopt & Foster & Surrogacy, Adoption

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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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Mom Hacks

Pediatric dietitian shares creative way to get kids to swallow pills

This tip is a game-changer.

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Mom Hacks, Children's Health

News

Babies everywhere are at risk of hearing loss from sound machines, AAP warns

Sound machines are too loud, the AAP says.

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

News, Baby Health, Child Sleep, Children's Health

Home Decor

3 ways to use the viral Hobby Lobby cedar garlands

Take the festive factor up a notch with these garlands that sell out every year.

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Home Decor, The Holidays

Viral & Trending

This depiction of ‘every kid at a book fair’ is accurate AND hilarious

You will simultaneously feel seen and attacked during this 50 second TikTok video.

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Viral & Trending

Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka twins

Celebrity News

Neil Patrick Harris on raising teens: ‘So far, so good’

"We keep being told that…they're going to hate us. That hasn't happened yet.”

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Celebrity News

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Women's Health

Postpartum depression can be hereditary in some cases, large study confirms

But it may still be too early to pinpoint your risk.

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Women's Health, Postpartum

Celebrity News

Tara Lipinski welcomes a baby girl after 5 years of infertility struggles

The Olympic figure skater's baby girl arrived via surrogacy.

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Celebrity News

Mom shoots maternity photos in hospital before birth

Viral & Trending

Pregnant woman does ‘iconic’ maternity shoot just hours before giving birth

“Textbook definition of ‘iconic.’”

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Viral & Trending

Hailer Bieber at 2023 Vanity Fair red carpet

Celebrity News

Hailey Bieber addresses ‘disheartening’ pregnancy rumors and future motherhood

Apparently women can’t just be bloated anymore.

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Celebrity News

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Celebrity News

Meet the newest Swiftie: Randi Mahomes, Patrick’s mom

Welcome to the club! It seems like Taylor has won over Patrick Mahomes’ mom, too.

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Celebrity News, News

Celebrity News

Olivia Rodrigo surprises Jimmy Kimmel’s kids with amazing singalong on the drive to school

"Oh, there's a hitchhiker over there, should we pick her up?"

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Celebrity News

News

Dozens of states are suing Meta for directly harming children’s mental health

The states allege that Meta’s products have harmed minors and contributed to a mental health crisis in the United States.

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

News, Mental Health

Birth

One mom drove an RV across state lines in search of a better birth

Ten years ago, Mimi Evans drove 1,300 miles from Texas to give birth in Virginia. After Roe’s overturn, more mothers are being forced to travel to give birth safely. How far would you go for the birth experience you deserve?

Updated Oct. 25, 2023

Birth, Women's Health

Viral & Trending

This third-grade teacher proves Taylor Swift can educate the masses

Need to learn math and science? Turn on a Taylor Swift song.

Updated Oct. 24, 2023

Viral & Trending

Home

Viral Dawn dish soap hacks will make cleaning so much easier

You don't have to shell out for the brand's special Powerwash bottle when you can create your own at home.

Updated Oct. 24, 2023

Home

Fitness

‘Cozy cardio’ is the fitness trend we’ve been waiting for

And it’s totally perfect for chilly fall days.

Updated Oct. 24, 2023

Fitness, Health & Wellness

Viral & Trending

Viral TikTok shows parents how to preserve baby clothes in the SWEETEST way

Get those baby clothes out of the basement and try this instead.

Updated Oct. 24, 2023

Viral & Trending

pregnant woman getting vaccine - effects of covid vaccine in pregnancy on newborns

Children's Health

Large study shows effects of Covid vaccine in pregnancy on newborns

Receiving a Covid vaccine during pregnancy was not linked to adverse outcomes in baby’s first 6 months—and was even protective against more than just Covid.

Updated Oct. 24, 2023

Children's Health, Child