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2025 State of Motherhood Survey

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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
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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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Diwali

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
kid's feelings about pompeii

Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

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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Here’s to the grandmothers who have shaped generations of women and mothers

In light of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, I am reminded of the passing of my own grandmother and the importance of grandmothers all across the globe.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
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5 ‘energy vampires’ to unplug right now to save on energy

Save money by doing nothing but pulling the plug.

Updated Sep. 10, 2022
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4 phrases confident women tell themselves when they don’t get the job they dreamed of

It’s not always easy to stay upbeat and positive, especially when you don’t get the job you want.

Updated Sep. 10, 2022
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I no longer pick up after my kids: Here’s how I taught them to do it themselves

"Somewhere right now there is a mom cleaning up a mess right after she cleaned up said mess."

Updated Mar. 07, 2023
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Here’s how bee ingredients can support your kids’ immune health this fall

You're going to want to know what royal jelly and propolis do.

Updated Jan. 17, 2023
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Mom calls out toxic snapback culture by sharing her ‘loose skin and stretch marks’ in viral TikTok

“I fell into postpartum depression after giving birth because I hadn't seen anyone with a similar body.”

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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9 types of foods to fuel brain development from a pediatric dietitian

From iron to Omega-3 fatty acids, here's what nutrient-rich foods your child can eat to help support their developing brain.

Updated Jan. 17, 2023
Ali Feller viral photo regarding Eliza Fletcher's murder

Viral Instagram post powerfully addresses the victim-blaming surrounding Eliza Fletcher’s murder

"The victim-blaming and the comments in response to this absolutely tragic story are horrifying."

Updated Sep. 09, 2022
Peppa Pig same-sex polar bears around kitchen table

‘Peppa Pig’ adds first same-sex couple to the show—a polar bear family with two mommies

It is the first time in the show’s 18-year history where LGBTQ+ characters are represented.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
pregnant woman holding her bare belly - high blood pressure in pregnancy

High blood pressure in pregnancy may be rising—especially among Millennial and Gen Z moms

Because pregnancy taxes the heart and circulatory system, the correlation is a reminder to pay attention to heart health

Updated Nov. 07, 2022
mother embracing newborn baby after c-section, representing the latest step in the history of the c-section

A brief history of the C-section

‘House of the Dragon’ highlights the fact that C-sections used to look very different from how they look today.

Updated Nov. 09, 2022
Queen Elizabeth at Platinum Jubilee

Queen Elizabeth has died at the age of 96

The queen passed "peacefully" at her home in Balmoral, Scotland today.

Updated Sep. 09, 2022
best grandparents ever giving granddaughter ride on shoulders

My strict parents became indulgent grandparents who spoil my kids rotten—and it’s great

The joy I feel knowing my two sons are being undeniably spoiled with love, food, gifts, candy—and everything else good this world has to offer—is one of such completeness and gratitude.

Updated Sep. 09, 2022
woman jogging alone early morning - Eliza Fletcher news response

Women should be able to exist without fearing for our lives

Eliza Fletcher was a woman. She was a mom. She was a wife. She was me—and countless other women who exercise or run errands alone.

Updated Sep. 09, 2022
Funny PTA drop-off line signs

Ohio Elementary PTA wins the internet for their hilarious school drop-off line signs

An elementary school PTA group in Ohio has made the most entertaining school drop-off line of all time.

Updated Sep. 08, 2022
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