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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

News, Viral & Trending

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Nutrition

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

Nutrition, Back To School

Child Shopping Guide

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

Child Shopping Guide

News

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

News, Viral & Trending

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

Our Partners

Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Getting Pregnant

China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility

Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Infertility

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

This sister duo created the most viral baby product on Instagram—and changed the game of snot-sucking

Updated Aug. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, News

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Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

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

News, Pregnancy

News

Why a mom’s claim that her kids are her “built-in best friends” sparked a wave of concern

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Mom finally discovers where her missing makeup went—and parents can’t stop laughing at the culprit

Her husband pulled out the vase’s decorative sticks, and sure enough—there was a treasure trove of stolen makeup, carefully tucked away.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

In the reel, Mom is working, cooking, or maybe just sitting down for 90 seconds of peace, and the kids are calling her nonstop.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, 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.

News

Most parents are now going into debt to raise their kids—and it’s reshaping family life

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

This 9-year-old’s first words to his foster baby brother will stay with you

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

The joy in a baby’s smile: What a viral reunion teaches us about infant bonding

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

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

Parenting, Motherhood Understood

Birth Stories

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

Birth Stories, Baby, Birth, Parenting

Parenting

Why sixth grade is the year your tween’s confidence needs the most protection

The “sixth grade social shake-up” is real—here’s how parents can help their kids navigate it.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, Child, Teen, Teen Issues

Parenting

When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

In the reel, Mom is working, cooking, or maybe just sitting down for 90 seconds of peace, and the kids are calling her nonstop.

Updated Aug. 27, 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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Toddler Shopping Guides

The stroller wagon that’s perfect for every family outing is also the Prime Day deal you can’t miss

It's a game changer–editor and mama-approved.

Updated Oct. 11, 2022

Toddler Shopping Guides

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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

The best Amazon Prime Day beauty deals for mamas

From my favorite affordable sunscreens to luxe splurges, these are the beauty deals you can't miss out on!

Updated Jul. 11, 2023

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Beauty

Baby Shopping Guide

The best Amazon Prime Day baby deals 2025

From big ticket items like strollers and car seats to the little incidentals like bottles and swaddles, we've got you!

Updated Jul. 08, 2025

Baby Shopping Guide

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Back To School

25+ best back-to-school items & outfits we’re buying on Amazon Prime Day

So many school supplies on sale!

Updated Jul. 12, 2022

Back To School, Products & Gear

Viral & Trending

Tiktok influencer claps back after negative comments about her marriage and body

Alicia McCarvell's video is an important reminder that we are worth so much more than just our physical bodies.

Updated Jul. 14, 2022

Viral & Trending

Travel

New York’s new law sets the example on how to support breastfeeding moms at the airport

Governor Kathy Hochul signed a life-changing law for mamas.

Updated Jul. 12, 2022

Travel, News

Covid

Everything parents need to know about the BA.5 subvariant

The newest Omicron subvariant is adept at evading vaccine antibodies—but vaccines are still protective.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Covid, Health & Wellness

Travel

Turn the volume up with the best road trip songs that won’t make you wish for earplugs

Catchy tunes and the open road ahead.

Updated Jul. 12, 2022

Travel

Getting Pregnant

Ovulation tests can improve your chances of conceiving, study shows

The tests pinpoint your fertility window better than other fertility awareness methods, but more research is needed.

Updated May. 01, 2023

Getting Pregnant, Fertility Prep More, Infertility

Grandparents & Extended Families

To the mama who has a strained relationship with her mother-in-law: You’re not alone

It is a different kind of grief to carry.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022

Grandparents & Extended Families, Motherly Stories

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News

Pregnant Texas mom fights HOV fine by saying unborn child is second passenger

“This has my blood boiling. How could this be fair?"

Updated Sep. 07, 2022

News

Our Partners

Talking about adversity doesn’t have to be hard

Use a fun example as a springboard into this conversation.

Updated Jul. 11, 2022

Our Partners

Motherly Stories

On wondering if I’m a good mother to all of my boys

"Finding the balance between being a good mother for my rare disease warrior and my other two boys can be very difficult and overwhelming."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherly Stories, Parenting

Viral & Trending

This viral TikTok of a gorilla meeting his keeper’s baby for the first time is the antidote to your doomscrolling

The way the gorilla looks at the baby…

Updated Jul. 14, 2022

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

What President Biden’s executive order for abortion rights really means

An executive order is one way Biden is exercising his presidential power to address the issue of abortion rights.

Updated Jul. 11, 2022

Viral & Trending, News

Children's Health

After Roe, a pediatrician shares how the health of America’s teens are at risk

Unplanned pregnancies are universally upending for teens, but the protections Roe v. Wade afforded guaranteed they didn't have to be life-defining or even life-ending.

Updated Jul. 14, 2022

Children's Health, Teen Health