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Pediatric physical therapist explains why ‘tummy time’ isn’t a thing outside of the U.S.

"Tummy time” isn’t really a thing in other countries—but it’s still important.

Know your rights: 6 facts about the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and PUMP Act

Two new laws offer more protections for pregnant and pumping women at work.

Someone tossed a bag of their mother’s remains on stage during Pink’s concert

"I don't know how I feel about this."

6 helpful tips for outdoor entertaining with kids to make it fun and stress-free

With a little planning, everyone will have a blast!

Over 7 million Baby Shark bath toys recalled due to ‘risk of impalement’

Kourtney Kardashian reveals the sex of her baby with husband Travis Barker

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Pumping at work is work

Breastfeeding rates plummet when parents return to work. From setting a schedule to talking to colleagues, here’s how to make pumping at work easier.

Beauty TikToker shares ‘amazing’ hack to fix broken tube lipstick

This simple hack can help save a lot of money.

My mom has Alzheimer’s, and now I feel like I’m a mom without a mom

My mom has Alzheimer's disease. The pain of watching her deteriorate is worse, in ways, now that my daughter is here, but if there’s one thing I’ve learned from them both, it’s that joy can, and should, be found in the little things.

What is vaginal seeding? First-of-its-kind study explains benefits for C-section babies

Research is still emerging, but vaginal seeding may soon become a more widely used practice after C-section deliveries.

Too many politicians don’t know what it’s like to be pregnant or miscarry

Our nation’s policies have failed women and children for generations. My own miscarriage made that fact all too clear.

This flamingo-inspired jewelry collection celebrates motherhood and “getting your pink back”

As moms, we need to be reminded that this season of life is temporary.

Frozen fruits from major retailers recalled due to listeria

Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Target and more retailers are all affected.

How to help a colicky baby

Firefighter adopts baby girl he found in department’s Safe Haven Box

“The way I found her… This was God helping us out.

Disney confirms live-action ‘Hercules’ is in the works—and the internet is going CRAZY

The internet discourse is HIGHLY entertaining.

Labor nurse shares how she honors stillbirths in the most beautiful way in viral TikTok

"I always remember my patients that leave with a box rather than their baby."

Dear new mama: I wish you could see what I see

I did not like who I saw when I was a new mom. I didn’t know this woman yet. I didn’t accept her.

The joys and frustrations of non-native bilingual parenting

Bilingual parenting as a non-native speaker can also be a complicated and difficult journey at times, as many other bilingual families and experts can attest.

My toddler inspired me to live life differently

Toddlers can be inspiring—here are just a few reasons why.