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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
a pregnant woman in a car

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
moms leaving workforce

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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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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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
The Rock and his daughter waking up

Even The Rock can’t prevent his kids from torturing him in the mornings

"Only a fool would continue to fall for this kinda torture."

Updated Oct. 05, 2022
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Having micropreemie twins taught me it’s OK to grieve for babies who are still alive

"Having so many people tell me that I was strong somehow made me convince myself that I was. Looking back now, I don’t know how I survived without a complete mental collapse—because I was not strong. I simply survived."

Updated Oct. 26, 2023
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12 farm stays that will make you squeal with delight

These farm stays are sure to pique your curiosity.

Updated Oct. 04, 2022
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10 splash-worthy water park resorts for the greatest family vacay

Whether you choose to take a dip in a heated pool or let go of all your worries on a crazy slide, let the water work its magic.

Updated Oct. 03, 2022
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I tried it: Why BabyBjörn’s Harmony carrier was the right fit for my babywearing journey

This do-it-all carrier helped me enjoy the little moments during our busy lives.

Updated Jan. 09, 2023
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Yep, you can get pregnant during perimenopause

It may be different than TTC in your 20s, but pregnancy during perimenopause is still possible.

Updated Oct. 16, 2024
family hiking together on national park road trip

My family went on a month-long national park road trip—here’s how we did it

Here’s the inside scoop on how to spend a month on the road visiting several national parks. 

Updated Oct. 03, 2022
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