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A toddler tucked in his two Great Danes for a slumber party—and the internet can’t handle the cuteness

“The cutest little slumber party with his 2 besties🥹 🐶.”

The best and worst states for working dads in 2025—what that means for moms, too

The top-ranked states for working dads stand out with strong parental leave policies, access to high-quality childcare, and excellent health metrics for men.

Recall alert: Orajel teething swabs pulled from shelves over potential fungal contamination

This isn’t a reason to panic—but it is a moment to pause and take action.

I can’t stop wearing these weirdly perfect $35 Gap jeans

Sometimes the best pieces aren't the ones you agonize over—they're the ones that make getting dressed feel effortless and every day a little more fun.

How to stay cool during pregnancy: Real mom tips + smart new products

88-year-old mom finally graduates after being denied her diploma while pregnant

“I hadn’t realized that I had this big hole in my life, and that’s what it was—a diploma.”

Why experts are warning parents about tween skincare routines—and what to watch for

These routines often include multiple “active” ingredients—like exfoliating acids, retinoids, and fragrances—that can irritate or even permanently sensitize young skin.

America might finally make childbirth free—and moms could be the biggest winners

The Supporting Healthy Moms and Babies Act (S.1834) was announced on May 21, 2025.

Colorado just raised the bar on paid leave for NICU parents—and every state should be paying attention

The bill acknowledges what science has long confirmed: babies do better when parents can be present in the NICU.

I was skeptical of another “game-changing” stroller until I tried the Zoe Journey

Compared to other high end strollers, Zoe's kind of a steal.

​​This dad made his baby “apologize” to every passenger after an 8-hour flight

Dressed in all pink and grinning like she didn’t just maybe scream for half the flight, Ava faces the line of passengers deplaning from their London to Atlanta journey.

1.7 million eggs recalled across 9 states after salmonella outbreak

The recall affects brown cage-free and certified organic eggs distributed by August Egg Company, based in Hilmar, CA.

12-year-old saves toddler brothers and grandma from house fire—firefighters call him a hero

Fire crews wouldn’t arrive for several more minutes, but Ramir didn’t wait. He knew exactly what needed to be done.

Are grandma baby showers a sweet new tradition—or just too much?

“…when the grandmother’s shower rivals the shower for the actual parents, that’s where it crosses a line.”

Mom of older kids refuses to be ‘stroller shamed’ at theme parks

“Since when is vacation a competition to see how bada– you can be?”

Canopy just launched a baby bath filter that does three things at once

When the baby is in the NICU, who’s caring for the mom? A new model is changing that

The Postpartum Care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (PeliCaN) model brings doulas and nurse-midwives directly into the NICU, helping mothers access the care they urgently need without leaving their baby’s side.

Meghan Markle shared the most relatable labor moment—and yes, it involves dancing

"…when spicy food, all that walking, and acupuncture didn’t work—there was only one thing left to do! 😂"

Cat sees postpartum mom struggling to pump—and does something unbelievable

One tiny paw helping carry the load.

Type C moms are taking over TikTok—and they’re finally feeling seen

It’s raw. It’s funny. It’s painfully accurate. And it’s giving thousands of moms a moment of deeply-needed validation.