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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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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 Disney mom turned theme parks into her kids’ classroom—and parents are fascinated

“That’s not the only place we learn. But as Disney locals here in Mickey’s backyard, it just was inevitable for us to start learning in the parks.”

Updated Sep. 02, 2025
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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 some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 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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Jennifer Aniston says goodbye to her beloved dad with a heartbreaking message

Soap star and fellow actor John Aniston died on November 11.

Updated Dec. 05, 2022
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5 reasons why hybrid schedules are my dream as a working mom

I don’t know about you, but I’m reaching a breaking point with my traditional 9-to-5 job.

Updated Nov. 16, 2022
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I’m a self-proclaimed workaholic: Here’s how I began to reprioritize my family

How a mindset shift allowed me to reimagine motherhood. 

Updated Mar. 22, 2024
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How burnout impacts me as a parent with depression

Burnout impacts nearly three-fourths of all working adults, and it definitely intersects with other aspects of our identities too.

Updated Nov. 12, 2022
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This simple habit solved my son’s after-school restraint collapse

"What was the magical formula that would provide a peaceful afternoon for my son?"

Updated Jul. 26, 2024
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How to host Thanksgiving on a budget

Cooking Thanksgiving dinner (and inviting folks over) doesn’t have to destroy your budget. Here’s how.

Updated Oct. 23, 2023
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14 family-friendly vacation spots you probably haven’t heard of

Don’t sleep on these underrated—and little known—family vacation spots.

Updated Dec. 02, 2022
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Dr. Yesmean Wahdan on navigating contraception options and how being a mom has shaped her perspective

"Working to ensure that women have education, awareness and access to [contraceptive] options is critically important."

Updated Nov. 11, 2022
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These are all the birthstones by month—and their unique meanings

These glittering jewels are equally exquisite but which one describes you best?

Updated Nov. 21, 2022
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Terrifying video shows heroic officers saving the life of a newborn with RSV

The officers' lifesaving actions were captured by their body cameras.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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Rihanna gushes over her ‘amazing’ son and her daily life as a new mom

"It's the cutest, it's my favorite part of the day."

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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CDC warns pregnant women to avoid any deli meat or cheese unless it is reheated

A listeria outbreak across several states has been identified in deli meats and cheeses but is not yet linked to a specific product. Here's what you need to know if you're pregnant.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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Andy Cohen says Sarah Jessica Parker is his go-to mom friend for all of his parenting questions

Because we all need a mom friend to call when our kids are constipated.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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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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