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Decongestant in common cold medicines doesn’t work, FDA says. Here’s what to take instead

If the agency decides to ban the ingredient, it could mean products for both kids and adults will be pulled from shelves.

Unleash the adventure: The PAW Patrol is back with an epic new movie—a must-see for families with young kids

Should you get a Covid booster?

Experts share what to know about the new monovalent Covid vaccines—and who needs one.

Chemicals to avoid during pregnancy and conception: A naturopathic doctor’s guide

Here’s what to be aware of—without letting worry overshadow the joy and wonder of this time.

Hanna Andersson just launched a Bluey collab and let’s just say we’re head over Heelers

For the moms who get why "Bluey" isn’t just another kids' show, and for the kiddos who want to bring a bit of its magic into their everyday.

232,000 childcare workers could be unemployed by the end of the month due to ‘childcare cliff’

What can parents and childcare providers do?

9 breast pump bags you can carry well beyond your pumping days

The right bag will help you stay organized and can even double as a work bag to keep your daily needs streamlined and easy to carry.

What is microchimerism? Tiny cellular souvenirs may keep you connected to your baby long after pregnancy

Fetal microchimerism means a small number of your baby's cells can travel through the placenta and take root in your body, where they may remain for decades. It can even occur in surrogacy, experts say.

Hispanic Heritage Month coloring pages for kids

Hispanic Heritage Month is from September 15 to October 15.

Teacher shares easy hack to help little ones learn how to hold a pencil

"Say goodbye to the fist grip!"

Celebrate autumn with these un-be-leafably easy leaf crafts

Create your own leaf monsters!

Mom shares simple hack to prevent cut apples from browning

Two simple ingredients can help those cut apples stay looking fresh until lunch time.

I miss the village of motherhood I never got to experience

I am not alone and, yet, I feel so utterly lonely and isolated.

It takes a village… but who should be in yours?

When it comes to building your postpartum care team, it’s hard to know where to start. Here’s a good roster.

When the childcare cliff comes, moms will (literally) pay the price

The loss of pandemic-era funding for childcare centers will inevitably force more moms to leave the workforce.

It’s time to talk about post-weaning anxiety

More than 50% of mothers experience anxiety after weaning, a survey from Aeroflow Breastpumps shows.

15 best Montessori shelves to encourage play and discourage clutter–a winning combo!

Organize your child’s playroom with Montessori shelves that inspire intentional play.

ADHD medication shortage adds stress for families during back-to-school season

Without ADHD medication, many students are at risk of failing or being held back.

Professor Katheryn Russell-Brown on 12 amazing black women in the civil rights movement

"Children's life stories are big."

Why your periods change in your 40s

Things might start getting weird—but that’s actually perfectly normal.