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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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The best 4th of July sales to shop this holiday week

Kid's clothes, baby gear and of course a few for mama, too!

Updated Jun. 30, 2025
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4th of July activities for kids who don’t like fireworks: Fun, safe & sensory-friendly ideas

The volume and spectacle of Independence Day fireworks can be a frightening experience for your little one.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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Moms are calling this AI tool a ‘lifesaver’ for the mental load they carry every day

“My life has gotten 10 times easier and, for the first time in a long time, I feel like I have space to breathe.”

Updated Jul. 03, 2025

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Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Facing a high-risk pregnancy? Here’s what three experts want every mom to know

By Jane Purser, DNP FNP-C; Becca Hamilton, LPC, PMH-C; and Dr. Margaret Archer, PT, DPT

Updated Jun. 24, 2025
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Mom and dad talk behind their toddler’s back—her reaction is unforgettable

What they’re doing is part of a growing parenting trend known as “positive gossip”—speaking praise about your child as if they’re not listening, even though they definitely are.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Evenflo car seat recall affects over 36,000 Titan 65 units—what parents need to know

The recall affects Evenflo Titan 65 car seats with model number 3712198, manufactured between March 17, 2025 and May 1, 2025.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Dad’s $61k “salary” shows just how undervalued parenting still is

The Father’s Day Index makes a critical point: if a caregiving parent were to suddenly be absent, the cost of replacing their labor is steep.

Updated Jun. 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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15 halloween desserts so you can eat, drink and be scary!

Orange you ready for cute monster snacks?

Updated Sep. 26, 2023
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Bulzibucket and 9 other fun beach activities for kids

Between the mesmerizing waters and the warm sand between your toes, a fun game is all you'll need to complete a special beach day.

Updated Oct. 07, 2022
Wife Guy: Ned Fulmer, Adam Levine, John Mulaney

The ‘wife guy’ phenomenon proves maybe we shouldn’t celebrate a man for publicly loving his wife

Everything you need to know about the term everyone's talking about.

Updated Oct. 07, 2022
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Sleep tourism is the hot new trend—but is it hiding a bigger problem?

A sleep retreat with a soundproof room, customized pillows and 1,000-thread count sheets? Sign us up!

Updated Oct. 07, 2022
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Mom opens hair salon in hospital to offer NICU parents some much-needed pampering

A mom of a former NICU baby is offering pampering sessions—and plenty of encouragement—to parents in an Indiana hospital.

Updated Oct. 11, 2022
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I hope my kids have ‘forever friends’—like the ones I have

Forever friends have known us for decades—and they're still here.

Updated Oct. 07, 2022
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It’s true: McDonalds’ old-school Halloween buckets are BACK!

The beloved trick-or-treat buckets are back after a 6-year hiatus.

Updated Oct. 18, 2022
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The 17 best ‘Bluey’ episodes (not for kids, but for the adults)

While the show is entertaining, I’ve also learned a lot about parenting and children from the Heeler family.

Updated Jul. 21, 2023
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For my autistic child, these are the non-traditional milestones we measure

I wasn’t surprised when my child received an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis at three years old—I was exhausted and scared. 

Updated Oct. 07, 2022
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Get your ‘family glamping’ on at these 14 breathtaking sites

There is no shortage of amazing glamping sites.

Updated Apr. 22, 2024
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Kourtney Kardashian says she loves her ‘thicker body’ post-IVF

"I looked at photos of my body when I was so skinny. It is cringey."

Updated Oct. 07, 2022
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Dr. Becky Kennedy on sturdy leadership, respecting both parents and children, and navigating some of our toughest parenting challenges

“You can't change your parenting if you're not simultaneously working on reparenting.”

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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Mom picks the PERFECT name for the baby she delivered mid-flight

The baby's unique name reflects the fact that his birth certificate says he was born "in the air."

Updated Oct. 06, 2022
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7 ways to help your kids form a healthy relationship with food

As an eating disorders therapist and mom, I'm teaching my son there are no "bad" foods.

Updated Jun. 11, 2024
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Why I don’t make my kids apologize

With your help in a practice called co-regulation, children feel seen and safe and can then process the impact of their words and actions.

Updated Oct. 06, 2022
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Flu vaccination rates in children and pregnant women are the lowest they’ve been in several seasons, CDC warns

The past two flu seasons were mild, but experts are worried about an upcoming surge—here's how you can prepare.

Updated Oct. 06, 2022
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‘Charlotte’s Web’ and 11 other challenged and banned children’s books

Many of these are classics we all read (and loved) in school.

Updated Jul. 18, 2023
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