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Parenting

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, News, Teen, Teen Activities
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News

A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
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Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
Entertainment, News, Viral & Trending, What To Watch
Dr. Becky shares menu hack for school year
Viral & Trending

Dr. Becky has a helpful breakfast hack that will save your sanity on busy mornings

"Try it. It's magic"

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
Viral & Trending, News

Health & Wellness

Doctor saves kid from choking
Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting
Vaccines
Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Children's Health, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, News, Parenting
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Health & Wellness

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play

Updated Aug. 29, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health
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Baby Health

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

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025
Baby Health, Baby, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News
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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
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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

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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Pregnancy

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Celebrity News

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy
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Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025
Baby Names
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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
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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

News

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News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Breastfeeding, Parenting
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News

Mom of four shares the school drop-off truth every parent needs to hear

Pediatrician and mom Dr. Meghan Martin says parents should stress less about early milestones and focus on connection.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
Debby Ryan pregnancy
Celebrity News

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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.
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News

A viral TikTok highlights the importance of teaching children “distress tolerance”

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Vaccines
Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Children's Health, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, News, Parenting

Parenting

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News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Breastfeeding, Parenting
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Parenting

New Mexico becomes first state with free universal child care—what families can expect on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting
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Safety

Most toddler towers failed safety tests—here’s what parents need to know

New safety tests from Consumer Reports reveal a serious concern: most toddler towers on the market failed when it came to stability and entrapment risks.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
Safety, Parenting, Toddler
Mom
Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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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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Nutrition

8 brain-developing foods even your pickiest eater will love

No more food fights with these yummy options.

Updated Jan. 03, 2023
Nutrition, Children's Health
Photos of DIY Dentist Kit for kids from Dollar Tree
Viral & Trending

This viral DIY Dollar Tree dentist kit is a must-have for kids of all ages

This viral TikTok will have you running to your nearest Dollar Tree!

Updated Jul. 15, 2022
Viral & Trending, Toddler Learn & Play
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Women's Health

Is a D&C an abortion? Experts weigh in on miscarriage care post-Roe

It depends on whether there are fetal heart tones.

Updated Oct. 02, 2024
Women's Health
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Marriage & Partnerships

Yes, I’m a mother—but my marriage is still a priority

Prioritizing your spouse doesn’t mean that you’re neglecting your kids—it means you're nurturing their foundation.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
Marriage & Partnerships, Motherly Stories
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Viral & Trending

10-year-old boys saved their dad’s life with CPR learned from ‘The Sandlot’

"I noticed that he wasn't OK, because he was laying on his side and his face was starting to turn blue."

Updated Jul. 07, 2022
Viral & Trending, Safety
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Season 11

Gloria Riviera on the childcare crisis and what we can do about it

“Why do we not look at the whole person when they become a parent in the same way that we look at them before they become a parent?”

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
Season 11
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Viral & Trending

British mom is shocked by the staggering cost of U.S. childcare in viral TikTok

“No wonder so many women are stay at home moms in America.”

Updated Jul. 18, 2022
Viral & Trending, Parenting
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Viral & Trending

Amazing TikTok beach hacks that will make your life *so* much easier

Simple yet genius ideas for your next beach trip.

Updated Jul. 07, 2022
Viral & Trending
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Women's Health

This TikTok perfectly sums up the controversy over menstrual leave in the workplace

In theory, these policies deserve all the applause. But in practice? They could do more harm than good.

Updated Jul. 14, 2022
Women's Health, Fertility Prep More, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

This dad’s viral TikTok teaches you the brilliant way to avoid saying “no” to kids—and IT WORKS

All about the 'conditional yes' and how to use it.

Updated Jul. 07, 2022
Parenting, Viral & Trending
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Celebrity News

Hayden Panettiere says postpartum depression worsened her drug and alcohol addiction

"I never had the feeling that I wanted to harm my child, but I didn't want to spend any time with her."

Updated Jul. 14, 2022
Celebrity News
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Motherly Stories

To my only child: Thank you for your patience as I learn how to be a mother

Because in becoming a mother, I am something and someone who I have never been before.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
Motherly Stories, Parenting
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Toddler Milestones

Preschool graduation is a bittersweet milestone

Sometimes, even the happy moments can bring us to tears because we are so invested in each phase of our child’s life.

Updated Jun. 03, 2024
Toddler Milestones, Motherly Stories
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Celebrity News

Victoria Beckham recalls being weighed on LIVE TELEVISION right after giving birth

"And he made me stand on the scales to be weighed. Can you imagine doing that nowadays?”

Updated Jul. 08, 2022
Celebrity News
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Our Partners

Top reasons to see ‘Paws of Fury’ with your family

After all, laughing is good for the soul.

Updated Jul. 08, 2022
Our Partners, What To Watch
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Travel

Feeling wanderlust? Here are 10 family travel blogs to help you plan your next vacation—stress free

Travel-experience moms giving other moms travel tips is the kind of support we all need.

Updated Nov. 16, 2022
Travel
woman sitting on couch
Motherly Stories

Mama, your time is precious too

You have 24 hours each day, but somehow they pass without you stealing a single second for yourself.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
Motherly Stories, Self Care
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Viral & Trending

Rescued Highland Park toddler tragically lost both parents in the shooting

Aiden McCarthy, just two years old, lost both of his parents in Monday's shooting.

Updated Jul. 06, 2022
Viral & Trending
women laughing together
Motherly Stories

Women need other women in their lives who will support them unconditionally

Because as women, sisterhood is the fabric of our existence. It is the pillar of our foundation and the firmness of our being.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
Motherly Stories, Fertility Prep More, Life
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Children's Health

It’s Science: Preschool play protects your child’s mental health later in life

Study shows that playing with others is vital, especially as kids emerge from the pandemic.

Updated Jul. 13, 2022
Children's Health, Child Learn & Play
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