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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
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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
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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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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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A possible predictor for PPD identified in new research

The findings could help identify PPD early on and inform better treatments.

Updated Nov. 09, 2022
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8 gifts for (seriously) everyone on your list

These deliver—in more ways than one.

Updated Oct. 12, 2023
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Jennifer Lopez says Jennifer Garner is an ‘amazing co-parent’ and we love to see it

Jennifer Lopez shares what it's like to blend families with hubby Ben Affleck.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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Baby gut health is a powerful tool when it comes to allergies and eczema

By providing transparency into what is in their baby’s gut, parents can take action sooner and get to the root cause of the baby's gassiness, allergies and other chronic conditions.

Updated Mar. 05, 2024
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3 simple steps to make setting boundaries easy this holiday season

It's a wonderful time of year when we get to spend so much time with loved ones, but extended time with family isn’t always easy.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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The Spice Girls reunite to sing one of their biggest hits—and your ’90s heart will swell

A birthday party turned mini concert is the kind of party we all aspire to.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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How to pick perfect, meaningful flowers to celebrate a new baby

You really can't go wrong with florist-crafted bouquets.

Updated Jan. 09, 2023
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Viral ‘Roe v. Bros’ TikTok is the perfect way to validate your Election Day rage

What does this have to do with Election Day, you ask? EVERYTHING.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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I’m afraid of having a second child and giving my firstborn less of me

Because I know that in due time, these moments that are usually made up of just us won’t be the same anymore.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
Ryan Reynolds posing on the red carpet for 'Spirited' Nov. 2022

Ryan Reynolds says his daughters subscribe to the ‘religion’ of Taylor Swift—and SAME

Anyone with young girls will relate to how much Ryan Reynolds' kids love Taylor Swift.

Updated Nov. 08, 2022
Chris Evans on the red carpet for 'Lightyear' premiere

Chris Evans’ mom is ‘not surprised at all’ her son won ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ and neither are we

"She's proud of everything I do but this is something she can really brag about."

Updated Nov. 08, 2022
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10 Christmas crafts for kids that’ll keep little hands busy this season

Bonus! These simple crafts also become gifts your little ones can give this holiday season

Updated Dec. 06, 2022
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I stopped praising my husband for doing what he’s supposed to be doing—and you should too

Because dads aren’t extra help. They aren’t live-in babysitters. They’re parents—just like us moms.

Updated Nov. 08, 2022
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Rebel Wilson thanks ‘gorgeous surrogate’ for giving birth to her first baby!

"I am learning quickly…much respect to all the Mums out there!"

Updated Nov. 08, 2022
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10 holiday hacks to save you time—and stress

Of course you want to make the holiday magical, especially for the kids, but it doesn’t have to come at the cost of your sanity—and it definitely shouldn’t.

Updated Nov. 08, 2022
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Amy Schumer’s son hospitalized for RSV: ‘This was the hardest week of my life’

"Shout out to all the parents going through this right now."

Updated Nov. 08, 2022
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