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New poll reveals how little freedom kids have today—and why experts say it’s hurting them

Digital devices are deeply embedded in modern childhood, and the Harris Poll shows just how much they shape kids’ daily lives.

Updated Sep. 02, 2025
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Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025
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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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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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This little girl’s bedtime clapback proves kids always have the last word

“Kids always know exactly how to cut you down at bedtime 😂.”

Updated Sep. 04, 2025
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This viral blankie story proves kids know exactly what they need to feel safe

When the youngest gets attention, the oldest often steps in with their own showstopper act.

Updated Sep. 04, 2025
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 $1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

The comparison has struck a nerve and sparked conversations about what kind of daycare system parents deserve.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025
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Parents say they’ll go into debt to help kids fit in—here’s how to navigate back-to-school pressure

Parents of K–12 and college students plan to spend an average of $741 this year—$200 more than last year.

Updated Sep. 03, 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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How bipolar disorder shaped my experience of motherhood

What my therapist told me blew me away: bipolar disorder, he told me, is something we can manage.

Updated Nov. 25, 2022
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10 adorable gifts for baby’s first holiday season

To make this special time even more magical.

Updated Jan. 20, 2023
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6 experts share how they teach their kids about money

Parents will be the single biggest influence on which money habits (good or bad) that their children pick up.

Updated Nov. 23, 2022
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14 spider coloring pages for your critter-loving kids

These creepy-crawlies are perfect for quality time with your kids

Updated Dec. 23, 2022
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10 tips for getting through holiday meals with picky eaters

When you take the pressure off of them (and yourself), amazing things can happen.

Updated Nov. 16, 2023
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Emily Blunt gets asked where her kids are when she’s working—and she knows men don’t get the same treatment

It sadly comes at no surprise that in the year of 2022, gender disparities in the workplace are still very real.

Updated Dec. 12, 2022
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“Dead to Me” is a BFF love story—but it’s unrealistic for many moms

The Netflix hit just wrapped its final season—and this fan has mixed feelings.

Updated Dec. 12, 2022
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9 modern menorahs that you’ll want to leave out all year long

They're the centerpiece of the holiday–you should have one you love!

Updated Oct. 30, 2023
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Coco Austin gets emotional discussing the endless mom-shaming she receives on the internet

"And you don’t hear what good you do. You just hear the bad."

Updated Dec. 09, 2022
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What to do when your toddler goes on a food strike

“The key here is to offer several opportunities to eat nutritious foods throughout the day."

Updated Jul. 11, 2025
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Some jerk sent Ms. Rachel hate mail and moms on TikTok are NOT having it

Could you even *imagine* sending MS. RACHEL hate mail??!!

Updated Dec. 08, 2022
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How to choose a guardian for your child: 7 questions to ask

We asked lawyers to share their best tips on choosing a legal guardian.

Updated Dec. 08, 2022
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Drew Barrymore opens up about the ‘awful cycle’ she was in before giving up alcohol

She said getting sober was "one of the most liberating things in my journey of life."

Updated Dec. 07, 2022
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12 totally baller basketball coloring pages

These coloring pages will make your kids want to hit the court and shoot some hoops!

Updated Dec. 23, 2022
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Gentle parenting sets impossible standards—these gentle-ish philosophies work for me

Parents, especially mothers, put so much pressure on themselves to be perfect for their children—but that’s an impossible standard.

Updated Dec. 07, 2022
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This is exactly how to negotiate flexibility after maternity leave

The best way to think about this conundrum is to view it as a business negotiation.

Updated Nov. 18, 2022
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Moms aren’t ‘better’ at parenthood—we just know no one else will do what we do

When the mental load of motherhood is getting heavy, it's okay to ask for help.

Updated Jan. 17, 2023
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