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This nutritionist couldn’t find clean supplements for her neurodivergent son, so she made her own

How one nutritionist's kitchen experiments became a mission to help other parents.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025
AI in parenting

The mom using AI to cut 97% of her mental load—and find more time for her kids

She’s using AI to handle everything from meal planning to meltdown-proof morning routines, freeing up her brain for the part of parenting she loves most.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
Toddler in flight

The $3 item parents swear by for keeping babies and toddlers entertained on flights

One mom’s low-lift, genius solution is earning high praise from parents—and it costs less than your airport coffee: painter’s tape.

Updated Aug. 11, 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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Rural america maternal care

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
a pregnant woman in a car

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
moms leaving workforce

The number of working moms with young kids just hit a 3-year low — here’s why

Child care costs, rigid schedules, and shrinking flexibility are forcing many to ask: how long can I really keep this going?

Updated Aug. 12, 2025
Boy mom

Why parents are calling out this ‘boy mom’ post about her son’s future girlfriend

“I’m a boy mom and one day, some teenage girl is gonna break his heart… and I’m gonna have to square up with a 16-year-old.”

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
AI in parenting

The mom using AI to cut 97% of her mental load—and find more time for her kids

She’s using AI to handle everything from meal planning to meltdown-proof morning routines, freeing up her brain for the part of parenting she loves most.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
Emergency call

When late-night missed calls from your kid send you into panic mode — and the ‘emergency’ turns out to be a login code

A recent TikTok from mom Meredith Thornton perfectly captured this phenomenon—waking up to multiple missed calls from her 18-year-old son Van, only to discover he needed a Microsoft code.

Updated Aug. 11, 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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This 4-day work week trial shows men did A LOT more childcare

“It is wonderful to see that we can shift the dial and start to create more balance of care duties in households.”

Updated Mar. 31, 2023
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4 reasons to travel with your kids—even if you think they won’t remember it

"Even though traveling with kids requires a lot of planning and time commitment, I’ve found that the memories we come home with always make it worth it."

Updated Feb. 22, 2024
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11 reasons why your period might be late—that aren’t related to pregnancy

How to decode a late period (and when to call your doctor)

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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Pink calls out media’s sexism for focusing on a 20-year-old ‘feud’ with Christina Aguilera

"My real disappointment lies in the fact that the art can never be the focus when you're a woman."

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
Ms. Rachel and Jules

Ms. Rachel returns to TikTok with message about ‘boundaries’ amid drama over co-star

Ms. Rachel has an important message for us all about social media boundaries.

Updated Mar. 07, 2023
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Christina Applegate caps off her ‘last’ red carpet appearance with a big message

Applegate says it may be her last red carpet appearance due to MS.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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15 outdoor activities for kids that will nurture a love of nature

It's never too early to start nurturing a child's connection to nature. These outdoor activities for kids are easy, accessible, and incredibly beneficial.

Updated Feb. 24, 2023
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10 spring break activities that will sprout happiness for the whole family

Keep it simple, fun and wallet-friendly with these creative ideas.

Updated Mar. 06, 2024
sleep masks

8 highly-effective sleeping masks that wrap you in a cocoon of darkness

Because falling asleep now requires me to create a black hole of nothingness.

Updated Feb. 10, 2025
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Paris Hilton didn’t tell her mom she had a baby for a whole week

"When I introduced my mom to our baby boy, it was amazing to see the look on her face."

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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Being a mom AND a caregiver means taking on the impossible, because there’s no other choice

If you're a mom, a spouse, and a caregiver—this is my love letter to you.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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Advocating for my daughter helped her get the right diagnosis—and begin thriving again

A dyslexia diagnosis helped my daughter go from struggling to read to devouring a novel a week and regaining her self-esteem. Here's how advocating on her behalf made a difference.

Updated Mar. 20, 2023
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11 expert-backed ways to prevent car sickness in kids

From acupressure to window-gazing, here’s what you need to know.

Updated Feb. 23, 2023
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The one thing pregnant women forget to do: get excited

"But while my mind was busy turning over the possibilities of pitocin and episiotomies, I forgot to get excited."

Updated Feb. 23, 2023
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Daughter’s viral TikTok helps her dad’s book become a first-time bestseller

More than a decade after it was first published, sales skyrocketed.

Updated Feb. 23, 2023
New American Girl historical dolls

The new historical American Girl dolls are from 1999, and all we have to say is: NOOOOO

The new historical American Girl dolls re twins, Isabel and Nicki.

Updated Feb. 23, 2023
Ashley Hearon-Smith and Keri Setaro - momtourage podcast

Momtourage podcast hosts Ashley Hearon-Smith & Keri Setaro on how to make mom friends

“Connection is the reason why we're here on the planet.”

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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