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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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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Debby Ryan pregnancy

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 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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Most toddler towers failed safety tests—here’s what parents need to know

New safety tests from Consumer Reports reveal a serious concern: most toddler towers on the market failed when it came to stability and entrapment risks.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
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Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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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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Why experts say you should stop bathing your newborn in the kitchen sink

Pediatrician and mom Dr. Beachgem10 shared why kitchen sink baths aren't as harmless as they seem.

Updated Apr. 07, 2025
Honeyjoy high chair

Convertible high chair sold on Amazon recalled over infant sleep safety hazard

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of about 2,750 HONEYJOY Convertible and Foldable High Chairs.

Updated Apr. 07, 2025
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“We’ve lived five lives and eaten four snacks”—mom questions why kids’ play spaces open so late

One mom's viral TikTok is speaking the unspoken truth of early-rising parents everywhere, and we're slow-clapping through our coffee-induced jitters.

Updated Apr. 07, 2025
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This little boy told his mom what he’ll say to his future wife—and it’s leaving parents in tears

Creator Vanessa McNeal shared a video of a conversation between a mother and her young son that, frankly, deserves its own Oscar for emotional gut-punch.

Updated Apr. 05, 2025
Mom talking about invisible labor

Mom of four shares why household chores almost ended her marriage

The video opens with a gut-punch: “I had an amazing husband… but I was incredibly frustrated and burnt out from our marriage and from motherhood.”

Updated Apr. 04, 2025
Sibling love

Mom walks away for a moment—what her son does for his autistic sister is pure love

Sam shared a quietly powerful clip: a secretly filmed moment between her young son, Wolf, and her autistic daughter, Nina.

Updated Apr. 04, 2025
40 weeks pregnant

This mom tried something wild at 40 weeks to induce labor—and spoiler: it worked

At 40 weeks pregnant, many moms are searching for anything—anything—to get labor going.

Updated Apr. 04, 2025
A teacher's April fool prank

Teacher pranks her class for April Fools—but one student steals the show

Before stepping out, she casually leaves a student named Princess “in charge.”

Updated Apr. 04, 2025
Meta's new rule

Can this new Instagram tool really protect our kids from online bullying?

Instagram is rolling out a new School Partnership Program aimed at helping middle and high schools report teen safety concerns—especially bullying.

Updated Apr. 03, 2025
Proxy voting bill

Why it’s time to let new moms vote by proxy 

Proxy voting is a practical solution to an outdated problem.

Updated Apr. 03, 2025
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Alabama’s paid parental leave law is a monumental step—now let’s make it for everyone

“In Alabama, we are committed to strengthening families and supporting those who serve our state,” said Governor Ivey.

Updated Apr. 03, 2025
Hungary income tax

Hungary gives full income tax exemptions to moms with two or more kids—what if the U.S. did the same?

Since 2020, Hungary has granted a full personal income tax exemption to mothers raising four or more children.

Updated Apr. 03, 2025
mums in 40s

A historic shift: More babies now born to women over 40 than to teens

According to a brand new report from the CDC’s National Vital Statistics System, births among women in their 40s have more than tripled since 1990, while the teen birth rate has plummeted to a historic low.

Updated Apr. 03, 2025
Mom talking to her baby

This mom’s monologues to her baby aren’t just going viral—they might actually rewire baby’s brain

No sing-song voice. Just a constant, hilarious stream of consciousness, delivered to an adorable baby girl with all the intensity of a therapy session.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
Toddler

Toddler grabs the Swiffer and straps in his baby—what he does next has the internet cheering

This viral video is more than just cute content. It’s a joyful, messy, mop-wielding reminder that boys need space to practice caregiving, too.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
A mom in the grocery store with baby

Mom wears her baby to the grocery store—and finds herself at the center of an unexpected social experiment

But the video highlights something deeper: the moment you step out in public with a baby on your body, you become a magnet—for connection, commentary, and sometimes scrutiny. 

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
A mom unboxing Toy Story toys

Mom unboxes her 30-year-old Toy Story toys—and her toddler’s joy is straight out of a Pixar movie

The clip shows Adrienne retrieving a box of her Toy Story toys from 1995 and introducing them to her Toy Story-obsessed toddler.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
chili pregnancy

Spicing up your pregnancy: How chili may lower gestational diabetes risk

Recent research suggests that incorporating chili into your diet might offer unexpected benefits, particularly in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
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