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Kristen Bell says her daughters finally sleep in their own beds—and we are cheering for her 👏

"You can congratulate me—we did it, they now sleep in their room on beds right next to each other and they cuddle with each other instead of us."

I’m an antisocial mom raising a social kid

I hadn’t thought about how my homebody tendencies were keeping my son from building relationships and creating memories outside of our home, with other people. 

As a mom, sometimes the lasts mean more than the firsts

And I realize that many of these moments will be "lasts" very soon, so I cherish them as if they are. 

Teen activist raises nearly $170,000 for abortion funds after Rep. Matt Gaetz body-shamed her

A 5-year-old scared Alabama residents with this iconic horror film costume

Looks like Halloween came early for the unsuspecting residents of this Alabama town!

21 tried-and-true products that make travel with kids seamless (and even fun!)

From long flights to cross country road trips, we've got this on lock.

Batter up: The trailer for the new ‘A League of Their Own’ series is here!

Hold onto your bobby socks and watch this amazing trailer!

Viral ‘Victoria’s Secret’ song is the empowering summer anthem that will heal your inner child

If you grew up in the late 90s/early 00s, then this is for you.

Mama, it’s time to prioritize your needs—even over your kids’

“It doesn’t have to be like this. I’m tired of being so tired. We can take our power back.”

I want another baby, but I’m afraid I won’t be the mother they deserve

I’m afraid that I will lack understanding—and that even with the wisdom collected in becoming a mother for the first time, I will have so much to learn and unlearn in becoming a mother again.

‘Virgin River’ still holds the record for TV’s longest pregnancy thanks to Charmaine’s twins

If you thought she was giving birth in season 5, think again!

This is Motherhood: Writer, director, and producer Kareema Bee on new motherhood and diversity in the entertainment industry

“Not one family is made the same and not one family is truly traditional.”

My personal priorities have shifted since becoming a parent in unexpected ways

Becoming a parent inevitably means every aspect of life will change. However, while certain shifts may be predictable, others may feel a bit more unexpected.

Summer safety tips: 5 things parents should consider this summer

All of this extra free time in the summer means that parents often have to be even more vigilant when it comes to child safety and protection.

A love letter to the mom friends I always text—but rarely see

"I don't know how I'd endure motherhood without the hopeful, sarcastic, I-get-you, in-the-trenches of mom life texts."

I’m trying so hard to ‘gentle parent’—but it’s not easy

Because most days, I am not even gentle with myself.

The best time to prepare for breastfeeding? Pregnancy

How a prenatal lactation consultation can set you up for success.

My life as a military mom means I’ve spent months away from my babies

I have realized that I could be given the world (literally) for free as a "perk" of my job, and none of that would matter because it would mean leaving my children behind.

Disney theme parks change the term ‘fairy godmother’ to be more gender-inclusive

Disney is changing up the definition of "Fairy Godmother" to be more inclusive.

Marijuana and breastfeeding: Is it safe?

In short, no. Here's what you need to know.