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A step-by-step guide to combination feeding

Combination feeding gives your baby the benefits of breastmilk with a bit more flexibility.

Matrescence Unveiled: A Conversation with Amy Taylor-Kabbaz

To the moms who have a child in a new school this year—I see you

Even us moms who have seen it all sometimes forget that they will settle in, find their people, and develop a routine.

What if we didn’t have to worry about the ‘tripledemic’ this year?

For the first time ever, we have vaccines to protect against RSV, flu and Covid.

It’s that time of year again—the struggle with after-school restraint collapse is real

A therapist and mom shares tips for dealing with the after-school meltdowns.

To the mama who’s not ready for their child to start kindergarten

I know: You want to cry and celebrate at the same time.

Should we really be worried about picky eaters?

Parents and kids already have enough on their plates, literally.

The best Montessori toys for 3-year-olds, according to an expert

Offer your preschooler a rich play environment with Montessori toys for 3-year-olds..

Legislators present ‘Childcare Stabilization Act’ to prevent financially devastating child care cliff

The Act would extend federal funding for child care established during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Serena Williams shares the arrival of baby #2 in adorable TikTok video

Serena Williams shared the happy news on her TikTok account.

Why being pregnant after a difficult first pregnancy has me on high alert

The realities of being pregnant for a second time remind me where I’ve been and where I could find myself again.

Spanking in schools is still legal in 18 states—pediatricians say it should be ‘abolished by law’

The AAP says corporal punishment should be 'abolished in all states by law.'"

These are the best places to see fall foliage across the US

Cue the scenic views and crunchy leaves.

Shortcut Bolognese

Flavor, texture, and a seriously easy method transform a handful of ingredients into epic Bolognese that doesn’t need hours and hours on the stove.

What to know about the RSV vaccine in pregnancy

The FDA approved the first maternal vaccine to protect infants against RSV from birth to 6 months.

Rihanna welcomes baby #2!

The singer and beauty mogul has given birth to her second child.

The best Montessori toys for 1-year-olds, according to an expert

Enrich your toddler’s play with high-quality, educational Montessori toys for 1-year-olds.

The best Montessori toys for 2-year-olds, according to an expert

Enrich your toddler’s play with quality, educational Montessori toys for 2-year-olds.

Here’s what a former FBI mom says about backpacks with your kid’s name on them

Labeling things with your kid's name where strangers can see? That's a big no.

Managing sleep deprivation as a new parent: Strategies for restful nights

A nurse-turned-doula shares advice on how to get back to dreamland.