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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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A maternal-health expert explains why Cardi B’s honesty about pregnancy depression matters

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

Updated Oct. 09, 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. 09, 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
Shoes that light up

A mom bought her daughter new shoes—then faced the reality of what safety means in America

“I had to break it to her that I’m so sorry, mama,” she says quietly in the video. “We can’t bring those to school.”

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Grandparents

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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Mom lets grandparents break the rules—and it’s winning hearts online

When it comes to childcare, sometimes letting grandparents do their thing is the best parenting hack

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

e. And a 9-year-old teacher whose mantra—“It takes process”—is turning everyday lessons into heartwarming TikTok magic.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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3 ways ‘peaceful parenting’ helps us heal alongside our kids

In committing to growth alongside our children, we get to re-parent ourselves.

Updated Apr. 21, 2023
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Ralph Yarl’s mom says her son is ‘replaying the situation over and over’ after being shot

She also said her son is able to communicate "when he feels like it."

Updated Apr. 19, 2023
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Breastfeeding might kill your sex drive—but here’s how to get it back

From understanding the hormonal changes to finding ways to prioritize intimacy, a doula shares insight on how to balance breastfeeding and sex.

Updated Apr. 18, 2023
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MLB player tweets outrage over United Airlines making his wife clean up after their kid

He claims his wife was "humiliated" on a United Airlines flight.

Updated Apr. 18, 2023
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Baby milestones by month: A parents’ guide to tracking your child’s development in the first year

From rolling over to those first steps, here’s what to know about your baby’s development each month.

Updated Jun. 23, 2023
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Online mom groups aren’t the ‘village’ we need them to be

Negative experiences on social media stress us out—so why do we continue to search for solace in groups overflowing with toxicity?

Updated Apr. 14, 2023
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After a 4-month NICU stay, I’m not the parent I thought I would be

Our NICU experience taught me to find joy in every moment.

Updated Apr. 14, 2023
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This viral TikTok video shows you exactly what to do with overripe fruit

No more bruised bananas mocking you from the kitchen.

Updated Apr. 14, 2023
Flamingo lotion review

This $7.99 body lotion outperforms all my luxury skincare faves

I've now used it through all four seasons, and can say it's a year-round winner.

Updated Apr. 14, 2023
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10 fun ways to spend Mother’s Day with the whole family

Spend the day with the ones who call you mom.

Updated Apr. 15, 2024
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Summer-ready: Our favorite tees for effortless style

Let's be honest, there's nothing quite like the comfort and ease of a well-made tee.

Updated May. 09, 2025
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Baby reunites with mother after being trapped under earthquake rubble for 128 hours

Authorities gave her the name Gizem which means "mystery" in Turkish.

Updated Apr. 13, 2023
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Brooke Shields and Drew Barrymore discuss being sexualized as young girls in Hollywood

Both Brooke Shields and Drew Barrymore grew up with toxic moms.

Updated Apr. 13, 2023
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