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Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

News

Families brace for empty grocery cards as a government shutdown drags on

For millions of parents, that quick EBT balance check is really a check on whether there’s enough for milk, bread, and dinner tonight.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News, government financial aid, Parenting

Food

How to feed your family for under $5: Canned bean dinners that are really delicious

Affordable canned bean dinners under $5 that stretch your budget without sacrificing nutrition or taste when money is tight.

Updated Oct. 29, 2025

Food

News

Minnesota mom spots smoke from school bus and saves 22 children from fire

A Bethel, Minnesota mother’s quick thinking turned an ordinary school day into a lesson on intuition, courage, and the quiet power of community.

Updated Oct. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Health & Wellness

Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Teen Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting, Teen

Children's Health

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

That drop represents thousands of children who may never experience a life-threatening reaction.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting, Safety

dog alerts mom about son's low blood sugar

Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

A thump at the door, a stare, and seconds later—Mom knows her son’s blood sugar is dropping. Ducky, their service dog, spotted it first

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Our Partners

5 Smart Questions to Ask a Doctor About Your Child’s Eczema Treatment

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Motherly

8 ways dads-to-be can truly show up during the third trimester

Eight concrete ways dads-to-be can show up in the third trimester. Learn warning signs, practice labor support and prep the fourth trimester. Practical, calm and evidence-based.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Pregnancy, Third Trimester

Pregnancy

10 things seasoned moms want you to know about C-sections

Ten mom-tested truths about C-sections, backed by leading medical guidance, to help you plan your birth, advocate in the OR and recover with confidence.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Pregnancy, Second Trimester

News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Carly Rae Jepsen is pregnant with her first baby

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Celebrity News

Viral & Trending

A 38-week babymoon went viral — what doctors say parents often miss about flying late in pregnancy

An OB-GYN’s warning after a TikTok went viral highlights why traveling in the final weeks of pregnancy carries real risks.

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Viral & Trending

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

Parenting

The 5-second trick that keeps one mom from yelling when her kids make a mess

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Safety

Popular high chair recalled after reports of deadly safety hazards—here’s what parents need to know

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Safety, News, Parenting

Postpartum

Keira Knightley opens up about her postpartum crash—And the Pressure moms still feel to ‘bounce back’

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Postpartum, Celebrity News, News

News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

The 5-second trick that keeps one mom from yelling when her kids make a mess

When her 6-year-old spilled yogurt on the couch, one mom resisted the urge to yell—and changed her whole parenting mindset instead.

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Safety

Popular high chair recalled after reports of deadly safety hazards—here’s what parents need to know

Harppa’s 5-in-1 Convertible High Chair has just been recalled after federal safety officials found it poses serious fall and entrapment risks

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Safety, News, Parenting

Parenting

When her 94-year-old grandma on hospice spoke up, this mom heard the truth behind all the criticism

Parenting with empathy doesn’t erase the past, but it can begin to rewrite the story.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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Thanksgiving

20 Thanksgiving jokes for a gourd time

Gobble 'til you wobble.

Updated Oct. 25, 2022

Thanksgiving

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Blended Families

Step-parent advice: 10 ways to strengthen your relationship with your step-children

Living as a blended family can be beautiful, but it can also be a difficult journey.

Updated Sep. 06, 2024

Blended Families, Parenting

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Nourish

10 adorable lunchbox notes for kids

Shake up their back to school routine with a little note reminding them of your love.

Updated Jan. 05, 2023

Nourish, Entertaining

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Travel

Hit the road with these 20 screen-free activities for your next road trip

We’ve got you covered with this list of fun road trip activities for kids (and adults) of all ages.

Updated May. 15, 2025

Travel

Chicago toddler Francesco Bruno smiles in the hospital

Viral & Trending

Chicago toddler finally goes home after spending 3 years in the hospital

"He's two years and 10 months, and he's been in a hospital since he's been born."

Updated Oct. 25, 2022

Viral & Trending

woman going for a walk with headphones wearing a sports bra though recent report found high levels of bpa in sports bras

Women's Health

High levels of BPA found in sports bras, according to new report

Maybe don’t hang out in your workout wear, experts warn.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Women's Health, Fertility Prep More

woman meal prepping- postpartum freezer meals

Food

10 delicious postpartum freezer meals that will make life so much easier

These make-ahead meals are a blessing for new parents.

Updated Jul. 10, 2023

Food, Meal Planning & Shopping

Baby Shopping Guide

Ashley Graham’s Pottery Barn Kids nursery aesthetic is ‘functional’ and ‘calm’—and yours can be, too

"My personal style is very calm, chill, lots of neutrals."

Updated Jan. 27, 2023

Baby Shopping Guide, Home Decor, Home Shopping Guides

Pregnant firefighter rescues woman in crash

Viral & Trending

Pregnant firefighter saves woman trapped in crashed car—then immediately gives birth

Pregnant firefighter Megan Warfield saved a woman's life after a crash that caused her to go into labor.

Updated Oct. 25, 2022

Viral & Trending

pregnant womans belly with a breakfast bowl in front of it - best foods for pregnancy

Nutrition

A nutritionist’s guide to the best foods for pregnancy, from the early days to the third trimester

There's a lot of advice out there on what you *can't* eat during pregnancy. Here's what you can eat.

Updated Mar. 20, 2023

Nutrition, Pregnancy

mom reading a book with kids surrounding her - essay on mom brain is real

Motherly Stories

It’s OK to be ‘that’ mom

The mom that actually lets her kid decorate their pumpkin project for school with glitter and glue instead of “Pinterest-ing” a cute Disney character and doing it for them.

Updated Oct. 25, 2022

Motherly Stories, Parenting

Mental Health

It’s time to retire the term ‘baby blues’

It's a form of postpartum depression.

Updated Nov. 23, 2022

Mental Health, Postpartum

Season 12

Paralympian swimmer Mallory Weggemann on IVF and the power of showing up

“As our experiences change, ‘normal’ evolves. Therefore, so do we.”

Updated Dec. 12, 2024

Season 12

Celebrity News

Kaley Cuoco shows off adorable baby bump 1 day after announcing her first pregnancy

The 'Big Bang Theory' star and boyfriend Tom Pelphrey announced on Instagram that they're expecting.

Updated Oct. 21, 2022

Celebrity News

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What To Read

It’s never too early to teach kids about consent—these books can help

It's never too early to teach your child about consent and boundaries.

Updated Jan. 17, 2023

What To Read

mom learning breastfeeding tips to breastfeed successfully

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

7 tips to prepare you and your baby for breastfeeding success

4. Find your community

Updated Jan. 17, 2023

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips, Third Trimester

Viral TikTok about dads' behavior during family photos

Viral & Trending

Photographer calls out dads’ behavior for family photos in viral TikTok

"It absolutely drives me insane that these men are complaining, because as a mom and a wife and a photographer, I know that this mom booked the shoot because her husband never takes photos of her and never takes photos of her and her kids."

Updated Oct. 21, 2022

Viral & Trending, Relationships