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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
Baby comes home

They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
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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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Is it norovirus or Shigella? How to tell the difference

Though symptoms can be similar among the stomach illnesses, there are a few ways to tell the virus and bacterial infection apart.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
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I quit my toxic dream job for my daughter

“I realized that no ‘dream’ job is worth the nightmare I endured in missing my daughter grow up.”

Updated Mar. 29, 2023
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Woman shares ‘simple and natural’ hack for making dirty baking sheets look like brand new again

This simple recipe can make your baking sheets look brand new without harsh chemicals or excessive scrubbing.

Updated Mar. 10, 2023
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Thinking of switching careers? Here’s how to overcome imposter syndrome

Ever felt like you weren’t qualified, prepared or accomplished enough? Here’s how to confront that self-doubt head-on.

Updated Mar. 29, 2023
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Looking for pregnancy-safe sleep aids? A naturopathic doctor shares her picks

Found: The safe, effective, and natural sleep support you desperately need in pregnancy and beyond.

Updated Mar. 08, 2024
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

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Updated May. 03, 2023
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Kids should be getting the HPV vaccine at age 9, experts say

“We don’t have any other vaccine that prevents cancer.”

Updated Mar. 29, 2023
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4 iPhone photography tips from a photographer mom

Taking better photos of your kids just got easier with these iPhone hacks.

Updated Mar. 29, 2023
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To the moms at pick-up: Thank you for being the connection I needed

"Now that I have had the chance to stand with mothers, it reinforces how much I was longing for this moment."

Updated Mar. 29, 2023
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How to cope with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), from a mama who’s going through it

Comparing morning sickness to HG is like comparing a little bit of rain to a hurricane. 

Updated Mar. 29, 2023
Car seat recall

Nearly 60,000 Safety 1st and Maxi-Cosi car seats recalled due to safety issue

The brand reports 59,450 units may have been affected.

Updated Mar. 29, 2023
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VC and Mama Jesse Draper on why we need to invest in female entrepreneurs

“I want to solve childcare. I want to invest in childcare. It is broken and people are finally paying attention.”

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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Self-care looks different for everyone and that’s OK

I had to understand that this journey of motherhood is a blessing but also a way to grow in areas that I never knew that I needed.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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