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A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
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What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Teaching about periods

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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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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Amazon will give you a free gift card and discounts–just for trading in your old devices

Amazon Trade-In is a program that lets customers trade in Amazon devices, video games, cell phones, and more.

Updated Jun. 18, 2023
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How sensory play benefits your child—plus sensory activities for all ages

Whether you’re looking to level-up tummy time or occupy a busy toddler or preschooler, we’ve got you covered.

Updated Jun. 15, 2023
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Why every working mother needs a coach

While there are countless resources for how to become a mom and care for baby, there are far fewer resources on how to become a working mom. Where’s the return-to-work doula, so to speak?

Updated Jun. 14, 2023
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Kourtney Kardashian announces she’s pregnant at Travis Barker’s concert

She surprised husband Travis Barker with the happy news!

Updated Jun. 17, 2023
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3 ways to reconnect with yourself in motherhood, according to a therapist

For busy moms, what is really needed to practice self-care and self-connection are ways to bring this practice into what they are already doing so it’s not just one extra thing to add to an already-impossible to-do list.

Updated Jun. 16, 2023
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I’m traveling the country to honor my dad who didn’t feel safe to do so

I am seeing our country the way I wish my dad could have seen and experienced it.

Updated Jun. 15, 2023
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Illinois becomes the first state to ban book bans—here’s what that means

“What this law does is it says, let’s trust our experience and education of our librarians to decide what books should be in circulation.”

Updated Jun. 15, 2023
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Olympic gold medalist Tori Bowie died during childbirth alone at home

Bowie was 8 months pregnant and was undergoing labor when she died last month.

Updated Jun. 15, 2023
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 A letter to the mom dealing with a public tantrum

The next time you think a parent has it all together, this is a refreshing reminder that no one does. 

Updated Jun. 14, 2023
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Maya Vander opens up about pregnancy and delivery with her ‘miracle baby’ after stillbirth

"I was pregnant technically seven times between miscarriages and unfortunately the stillbirth, which is really the next level of a loss, and I have three kids to show for it."

Updated Jun. 14, 2023
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I’m drowning in childcare logistics—and I know I’m not alone

I was officially harried, hurried and ungrounded.

Updated Jun. 13, 2023
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Aunt doesn’t want young niece & nephew at her birthday dinner—and Reddit’s on her side

She says her sister is an "entirely permissive" parent to her two kids.

Updated Jun. 13, 2023
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New report suggests Instagram’s algorithms are promoting pedophile networks

A joint investigation by academics and The Wall Street Journal shows how Instagram’s algorithms promote CSAM.

Updated Jun. 13, 2023
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