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Children exposed to storms like Hurricane Ian in utero are more likely to have mental health issues

New research on stress in pregnancy underscores that protecting your mental health is just as important as protecting your physical health.

Christina Ricci says she and her 8-year-old son are still co-sleeping

We can ALL relate to the different sleeping habits of our children, that's for sure.

First-time mamas reach milestones, too—right alongside their baby

We are growing up together by experiencing the same moments from two very different lenses.

Is it OK to go through your kid’s phone?

Doctors weigh in on this sensitive topic.

Hayden Panettiere says signing over custody of her daughter was ‘the most heartbreaking thing’

"Because of the way that it was done, it was very upsetting," she continues. "I mean, it was the worst signing those papers, the most heartbreaking thing I've ever, ever had to do in my life."

Two words that can radically improve a new mama’s life: Meal Train

While there are tons of things that you can gift to new parents, consider the gift of taking a load off of their shoulders.

Dr. Harvey Karp shares how to wean from SNOO in 3 steps

Plus, the pediatrician, author and SNOO founder's best tips for making crib-sleep easier.

Meghan Trainor says nurses implied her antidepressants may have caused her son’s NICU stay

"They kept asking me if I was on antidepressants during the pregnancy, and I was, but on the lowest dose possible, and all my doctors said it was safe and wouldn't affect him."

This is Motherhood: #WeAllGrow Latina founder Ana Flores on creating community and parenting by example

“I am going to be her best model, so I need to be very conscious and aware of that every single time.”

25 enchanting girl names that start with ‘T’

Find the baby name that feels right for your precious little treasure.

Coco Austin claps back at criticism after her 6-year-old daughter took a bath in the kitchen sink

4 podcasts I listen to as a Black mom

They are the anchor that keeps me connected to myself—and gives me reassurance that I am not alone on this journey of parent and motherhood.

‘My life is a freaking circus’

If we’re so distracted by the loud noises and flashing lights in our own minds, we won’t have enough headspace to even realize that we’re suffering or struggling.

My introverted child doesn’t need to be ‘fixed’

Why do we think children have to be social to be happy?

‘Girls Who Code’ books now banned in schools thanks to conservative moms organization

"This is about controlling women and it starts with controlling our girls."

Does life feel like a juggling act? These 8 bottle-feeding products can help

Because babies aren’t known to be the most patient.

9 baby crib-in-closet ideas to inspire your small-space nursery

Transform your closet with just a few simple changes.

84% of pregnancy-related deaths in the US are preventable, CDC says

And the majority occur within the first year postpartum.

Our family does ‘trips instead of gifts’ for the holidays—and it has been life-changing

Trips don't have to be fancy vacations; they can also include outings that are closer to home.

Bryce Dallas Howard says she was asked to lose weight while filming ‘Jurassic World: Dominion’—and SIGH

She says she had "been asked not to use my natural body in cinema."