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Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Viral 9 year old perfectly writing brand logos

This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
Kicks

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025
Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Amazon recalls

Thousands of baby and kids’ items sold on Amazon recalled—here’s what parents need to know

Amazon and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a wave of recalls affecting thousands of baby and kids’ products.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Tween's drama

Parents call it ‘tween drama’—but experts say it could be something else entirely

Drama is often something deeper: an overwhelmed nervous system that needs support, not punishment.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
mom teaches tween about social media

Before handing her tween a phone, this mom came up with a genius idea

This mom’s “Social Media Prep School” is teaching her tween how to handle online comments before they even get a phone.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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What are Buy Nothing groups? These online communities can help you get secondhand goods for free

“I’ve seen people borrow baby gear for visitors and yard equipment … I’ve even borrowed books when the library waitlist was too long!”

Updated Apr. 15, 2024
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Dear dads-to-be: 3 things your pregnant partner actually needs right now 

"Although your life has not yet changed very much (yet), I can almost guarantee that your partner feels entirely different."

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
mother and child reading an e-book

This app lets you rent e-books and audio books for free–all while helping your local library

Libby is used by libraries, schools, and companies across the country.

Updated Mar. 03, 2023
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10 simple ways your family can be more eco-friendly

Going green is *much* easier when the whole family is involved.

Updated Apr. 25, 2024
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Kourtney Kardashian is once again forced to respond to pregnancy rumors

Let's leave this question in the past where it belongs, OK?

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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Eating a Mediterranean diet could increase your chances of becoming pregnant, studies show

Is there a fertility diet? The Mediterranean pattern may come close.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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Activities for an 11-month-old: Fostering baby’s development

Keeping up with your baby these days can mean you're constantly on your toes.

Updated Jun. 22, 2023
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Moms on TikTok ask partners to save them during childbirth if necessary, not the baby

"It’s better to discuss so if it ever does happen, you know what to decide."

Updated Aug. 02, 2023
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Drug-resistant stomach bugs are on the rise, CDC warns. Here’s how to prevent infection

Shigella spp. is one of the most common causes of stomach illnesses in kids under 5.

Updated Mar. 13, 2023
Best portable bassinets

7 portable bassinets that make life with baby easier whether you’re home or away

Because nothing matters more than getting baby to sleep—wherever you are.

Updated Sep. 23, 2023
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Life-saving insulin just got more accessible for millions of families

Drug company Eli Lilly says it will cut insulin prices by 70% and expand access to a $35 price cap.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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Happiness Researcher Dr. Cassie Holmes on how moms can find more joy in their busy lives

“There simply aren't enough hours in the day to do it all, let alone to do any of it well, let alone to enjoy any of it along the way.”

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
Ed Sheeran and wife Cherry Seaborn

Ed Sheeran shares that his wife was diagnosed with a tumor when she was pregnant

She was pregnant with the couple's second child at the time.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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Katy Perry breaks down over school shooting survivor’s American Idol audition

"I hope that you remind people that we have to change, because, you know what? I’m scared too."

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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Why I didn’t wait to announce my pregnancy after a loss

Instead of staying silent and isolated, I sought support from the larger community.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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These 6-year-old twins *almost* bought $800 worth of snacks on Instacart

“When you have twins, you’re in for a wild ride."

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
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