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Child Learn & Play

A national poll reveals what’s missing from our kids’ playtime—and it’s not toys

Are screens and safety fears stealing our kids’ playtime? A new poll says yes

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Child Learn & Play, Child, News

News

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

The comfiest, chicest sweatshirts for fall (that aren’t your college hoodie)

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Viral & Trending

This first grade teacher’s daily affirmation is the pep talk we all need

A viral video reminds us why elementary school teachers deserve every ounce of our respect—and a significant raise.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending

Teen Health

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

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

Children's Health

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

That drop represents thousands of children who may never experience a life-threatening reaction.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

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Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

A thump at the door, a stare, and seconds later—Mom knows her son’s blood sugar is dropping. Ducky, their service dog, spotted it first

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Our Partners

5 Smart Questions to Ask a Doctor About Your Child’s Eczema Treatment

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Health & Wellness

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness, Fitness

Health & Wellness

California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

News

Nick Jonas opens up about what terrifies him as a girl dad

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News, Celebrity News, Parenting

Viral & Trending

When a dad turned Llama Llama Red Pajama into a rap, he accidentally did something amazing for his baby’s brain

This North Carolina dad turned bedtime into a full-on rap concert

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

News

Instagram just made a major change for teens—and parents are breathing easier

Instagram’s new PG-13 update promises to filter mature content for teens—but parents still need to talk with their kids about what they see online.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News

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.

Birth

These are the most popular songs parents play during birth—and why

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Birth, Child, Child Learn & Play, News, Parenting

Parenting

Parenting expert says the viral “6 7” trend reveals what kids are really looking for

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Postpartum

A new mom posted about feeling lost—and what happened next reminded everyone she wasn’t alone

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Postpartum, News, Viral & Trending

News

Nick Jonas opens up about what terrifies him as a girl dad

Nick Jonas opens up about the one thing that terrifies him as a girl dad—and it’s a fear every parent can relate to in the age of social media.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News, Celebrity News, Parenting

Viral & Trending

When a dad turned Llama Llama Red Pajama into a rap, he accidentally did something amazing for his baby’s brain

This North Carolina dad turned bedtime into a full-on rap concert

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

Birth

These are the most popular songs parents play during birth—and why

Research shows babies remember melodies they heard before they were born, responding to them with a sense of calm and recognition.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Birth, Child, Child Learn & Play, News, Parenting

Parenting

Parenting expert says the viral “6 7” trend reveals what kids are really looking for

“Sure, 6 7 is meaningless in content, but it’s not meaningless in feeling."

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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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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Viral & Trending

Disneyland debuts their new Ariel princess—and fans are EMOTIONAL

The live-action story princess is giving classic Disney magic.

Updated Jun. 06, 2023

Viral & Trending

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Parenting

5 tips for raising a puppy with kids, according to a professional dog trainer

Create a more enjoyable experience for your family and successfully navigate the puppy stage with these tried-and-true tips.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Parenting

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Parenting

The benefits of encouraging kids to embrace their differences

What if we taught our kids to look at their differences as a strength instead of a weakness?

Updated Jun. 12, 2023

Parenting

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Fitness

5 easy yet effective postpartum strength-training exercises

Rebuilding and returning to fitness is a journey. Here's where to start.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Fitness, Postpartum

Still from the Duggar documentary 'Shiny Happy People'

Viral & Trending

These are the most shocking moments from ‘Shiny Happy People’ everyone’s talking about

There were a lot of shocking revelations in the 4-part docuseries.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Viral & Trending, What To Watch

Viral & Trending

Hold onto your broomsticks, because ‘Hocus Pocus 3’ is officially happening

The Sanderson sisters will be returning to our screens and hearts before you know it.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Viral & Trending, What To Watch

Child Learn & Play

How to take a nature walk with kids–plus, a free printable activity

Nature walks can deepen your child's connection with the environment, improve concentration, spark creativity, and more. Learn how to make the experience a memorable one.

Updated Jun. 01, 2023

Child Learn & Play

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Child Learn & Play

Activities for a 4-year-old: Fostering your child’s development

From hopscotch to moon rocks, here are 10 fun ideas to keep your little one busy.

Updated Jun. 14, 2023

Child Learn & Play, Parenting

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Child Learn & Play

Activities for a 3-year-old: Fostering your child’s development

Alphabet soup, anyone?

Updated Jun. 08, 2023

Child Learn & Play, Parenting

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Home

TikTok mom shares ‘amazing’ hack for cleaning glass without leaving streaks

“Amazing cleaning hacks that actually work.”

Updated May. 31, 2023

Home, Life

preschool girl plays with blocks - 2-year-old activities

Toddler Learn & Play

Activities for a 2-year-old: Fostering your toddler’s development

Who's ready for a pom pom party or cute coffee date?

Updated Jun. 08, 2023

Toddler Learn & Play, Parenting

mom snuggling with daughters hoping she's setting them up for success

Parenting

To the mamas who just want to raise ‘good’ kids

As a parent educator and parenting coach, here are a few things I’ve learned (and recommend to the parents I work with) to help set your children up for success.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Parenting