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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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Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton

Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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. 26, 2025
nightowl family routine

Mom films midnight bedtime routine—what viewers say next sparks a parenting firestorm

Emily’s video struck a chord because it made parents reflect on their own evenings. Some saw a relatable slice of life; others saw red flags.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Kid reacts to teacher's email to his parents

A teacher sends an unexpected email—what a family reads aloud brings everyone to tears

When a simple email from Wyatt’s teacher landed in the inbox, the family paused, smiled, and teared up

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
twins playing on the mud

Polar-opposite twins meet a puddle and parents can’t stop laughing

We all come into the world with innate differences in how we process the environment. For twins, those contrasts can feel especially stark.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Pet reveal

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 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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Emily Blunt

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
dead to me friendship

“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
modern menorahs

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
coco austin crying- mom shaming

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
child on toddler food strike sitting in high chair

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
Moms showing support for Ms. Rachel on TikTok

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
Drew Barrymore on The Howard Stern Show

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
father coloring basketball coloring pages with his son

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
mom snuggling with her baby - does gentle parenting work

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
New mom with baby negotiating flexibility after maternity leave

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
couple standing together making morning - mom burnout

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
Woman looking through rack of old clothes to recycle

Company lets you mail in your old, unwanted clothes for credit to purchase brand new gear

“Send your old crap back for recycling and your Closet Cash can be immediately used on new stuff,” the company succinctly puts it on its website

Updated Nov. 18, 2022
Kids playing with timeless toys

Timeless gifts that won’t end up in the giveaway pile by spring

From an award-winning play designer and mom of two.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
yellow carter's baby pajamas onesie- carter's recall

Carter’s just recalled these baby pajamas due to a puncture and laceration hazard

The footed-pajamas are being recalled due to metal wires inside of the fabric.

Updated Nov. 18, 2022
little kids playing toys in the playroom-daycare does not cause behavior problems

Long hours spent at daycare don’t cause behavior problems, study finds

Childcare centers in five countries were studied, including the US.

Updated Dec. 06, 2022
Jennifer Aniston, pictured at the Golden Globes, recently opened up about her wish she froze her eggs - should i freeze my eggs?

Should I freeze my eggs? What we can learn from Jennifer Aniston’s experience

Egg freezing isn't fertility insurance, but it can be a good option if you want to give yourself a little more time.

Updated Dec. 06, 2022
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