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Breastfeeding research

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
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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
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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
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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

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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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
Charlie Puth

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
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Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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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
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One mom’s viral meltdown about ‘doing it all’ perfectly captures the math of modern motherhood

Emily’s reel did not go viral because it offered a solution. It resonated because it named what so many parents are carrying

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
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A boy stirs lasagna with his mom—what he says next melts hearts and feeds a bigger lesson

Her video captured what everyday parenting looks like at its best—teaching empathy, confidence, and care through the small rituals that fill ordinary days.

Updated Oct. 28, 2025
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A girl asks for space—her mom’s quiet response is healing the internet

In a world that often celebrates control, this mom showed that love can be strongest when it gives room to grow.

Updated Oct. 27, 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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How to raise an organized kid, according to an expert

Children are born with the ability to be organized, but it’s up to us to help them develop the skills.

Updated Aug. 17, 2022
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We need to talk about the Kansas landslide vote to preserve abortion rights—because it’s HUGE

Kansas voters protected abortion rights and blocked Republicans pushing for a ban.

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
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I hosted a motherhood gathering—and it was a life-altering experience

My heart is truly full to have been able to share space with other mamas and their little ones.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
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Drew Scott perfectly explains the unexplainable feelings of new parenthood

"It unlocks a side you didn't know you had," Scott says of becoming a parent. "You think you know."

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
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Chrissy Teigen is pregnant—almost 2 years after the loss of her son Jack

Nearly two years after the heartbreaking loss of her son, Jack, Chrissy Teigen has announced she's pregnant again. In the very emotional announcement, she shares photos of her baby bump for the first time, too.

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
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13 routines & activities to prep kids for back-to-school

3. Improve your bedtime and technology routines

Updated Aug. 28, 2023
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Stop dreading lunchbox prep with these 10 expert-approved tricks

Here are 10 tips for making school lunch work for you, rather than just a lot of work.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
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16 Barbiecore-inspired products to boost your mood and freshen your vibe

From bubblegum-hued baby gear to date-night worthy holographic pumps, pink is the new black.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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Hilary Duff’s warning to new parents about newborn life is 100% spot ON

“Just wait two weeks. They don’t know they’ve entered the world yet.”

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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You might be experiencing trauma these days, and you aren’t alone

Viewing motherhood through the lens of trauma might make you feel more validated.

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
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I wish I hadn’t spent so much time as a single mom hoping the days away

I wish I had learned to live in the moment a little more and appreciate the solitude for what it was.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
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I love seeing my child develop personal relationships with family members

And it’s just another thing that makes me proud to be a mother—witnessing him become his own person with his own relationships and the opportunity to create his own memories. 

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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2 major studies show drinking coffee *is* good for you

Go ahead and pour yourself that second cup, mama.

Updated Sep. 27, 2024
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Gentle parenting is the only tool that works with my strong-willed child

We’re the soft cushion below them. When they need to unravel, they choose us.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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How do I raise my kids to extend grace in today’s cancel culture?

How do I encourage my kids’ fire to fight injustice, yet also encourage them to see people as imperfect beings who are, for the most part, trying their best?

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
Mandy Moore on the red carpet for This is Us

Mandy Moore can’t get an epidural during birth due to rare blood disorder

Moore is expecting her second baby later this fall.

Updated Aug. 05, 2022
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Dear employers of dads—it’s time to make a change

While we’ve made incredible strides in terms of how companies support working moms,  we are lagging in terms of how the corporate world supports and perceives working dads.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
Rene Syler

This is Motherhood: Former TV anchor Rene Syler on being a “Good Enough Mother”

“Why were we acting like parenting was some kind of event that you got a medal for?”

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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