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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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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
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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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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
Baby comes home

They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
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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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We need to respect our kids’ bodily autonomy at the doctor’s office too

No doubt, there is a very real dilemma between receiving necessary health care and respecting a child’s physical independence.

Updated Oct. 06, 2022
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What my son taught me about my anxiety

I can say with full certainty that I would not be on this road to healing if he had not shown me that it is possible.

Updated Oct. 06, 2022
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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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