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Arshiner’s Teddy Bear & Friends Collection isn’t just another round of kids’ clothes—it’s soft, durable, and playful enough to keep up with real childhood chaos. With styles dropping Sept. 15 on Amazon, this might be the rare collection both parents and kids agree on.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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5 ways to protect your son from online radicalization, according to a therapist

A therapist's essential roadmap for parents navigating the minefield of toxic masculinity online

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Child, Parenting

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Mom gets a texting lesson from her Gen Z son—and wins the internet’s vote

Gen Z creator Jason Saperstone humorously teaches his parents the “right” way to text—focusing on when to use the emphasis or exclamation point tapback

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Child Learn & Play

7 ways to raise curious kids who question everything (in the best way)

In a world where facts seem increasingly negotiable and science is treated like just another opinion at the dinner table, raising critical-thinking, curious kids has never been more important.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Child Learn & Play

Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast

Health & Wellness

Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

Health & Wellness

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

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

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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Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no.

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

Pregnancy

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

Pregnancy, News

Pregnancy

Study confirms what moms with severe pregnancy sickness have long known: The toll is more than physical

The data makes one thing clear: moms deserve real care and emotional support, not dismissal.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

Pregnancy, News

Viral & Trending

This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Viral & Trending, Child, Child Learn & Play, News

News

After setbacks and a vasectomy reversal, Arie and Lauren Luyendyk welcome their fourth baby

Arie Luyendyk Jr. and Lauren Luyendyk celebrate the arrival of their fourth child, Livvy Rowe, completing their family after a long and emotional journey

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

News, Baby, Celebrity News

Celebrity News

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no.

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

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!

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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.

Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

Parenting

Before handing her tween a phone, this mom came up with a genius idea

Updated Sep. 23, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Mom shares postpartum experience with MIL

Viral & Trending

Mom draws a line with her MIL after birth—and her skit has new parents cheering

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Postpartum

Parenting

Before handing her tween a phone, this mom came up with a genius idea

This mom’s “Social Media Prep School” is teaching her tween how to handle online comments before they even get a phone.

Updated Sep. 23, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Child

5 ways to protect your son from online radicalization, according to a therapist

A therapist's essential roadmap for parents navigating the minefield of toxic masculinity online

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Child, Parenting

Safety

Nearly 2,000 kids’ helmets recalled for head injury risk—what parents need to know

A popular unicorn-print helmet has been recalled for failing federal safety tests, posing a serious risk of head injury. Here’s how to check if your child’s gear is affected.

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Safety, Parenting

Safety

Crib mobile sold on Amazon recalled over dangerous button battery risk

The issue? The remote’s button batteries can be accessed too easily. And for babies and toddlers, that tiny detail can mean a life-threatening risk if the batteries are swallowed.

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Safety, Parenting

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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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Please don’t tell me ‘we only have 18 summers’

We know the time with our kids at home is fleeting. We know it’ll go too fast. But the 18 summers myth? It's just not true—or helpful.

Updated May. 08, 2024

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Breastfeeding is not free, but kindness can be.

Updated May. 27, 2022

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10 ways you can channel your grief and rage into action—right now

If you want to feel a little less helpless and a little more hopeful, here's a list for you.

Updated May. 27, 2022

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Motherhood has been my greatest career asset

I was terrified to have children because I was afraid of what it would do to my career. But motherhood isn’t a hindrance—it’s a force of nature. And it's ours to run with.

Updated May. 28, 2022

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Season 11

The Trevor Project’s Chris Bright on her transition journey, foster parenting and the power of unconditional love

Chris Bright, the director of public training at The Trevor Project, joins Liz to talk about her transition journey, what growing up was like for her, and why she decided to become a foster parent.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024

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Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

How night weaning saved my sanity

At times I found myself mourning the loss of being a fountain of endless comfort and nourishment for my son. In my heart and in my weary mama bones, I knew that we were on the right path—a path towards sustainable motherhood.

Updated May. 27, 2022

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas, Motherly Stories

Postpartum

Why you should think before complimenting a new mom on her weight loss

I weigh less than pre-pregnancy, yet I am the most unhappy I’ve been in years.

Updated May. 27, 2022

Postpartum, Motherly Stories

News

Mothers are not OK

We need changes, now.

Updated May. 27, 2022

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What To Watch

12 kids movies coming out in 2022 the whole family can watch

Queue one of these titles for your next family movie night!

Updated Sep. 23, 2022

What To Watch

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Motherly Stories

10 ways parents can support kids and communities in the aftermath of a school shooting

In our power as parents and as citizens of this country, there is action we can take even when it feels helpless.

Updated Sep. 11, 2025

Motherly Stories, Health & Wellness

Children's Health

Gun violence is the leading cause of death in children. How can we talk about anything else?

In 2021, 1055 children were killed or injured by gunfire.

Updated Sep. 04, 2024

Children's Health, News

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Motherly Stories

Celebrating your first birthday as a mom: Why turning one is a big deal for mamas

Because you made it, mama. One year down the long road of motherhood. And many, many more to go.

Updated Jan. 17, 2023

Motherly Stories, Baby Milestones

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News

The Texas school shooting is a harsh reminder of the cruel world we are raising our children in

And that reality is heavy. It's unsettling. In so many ways, it's unfair.

Updated May. 27, 2022

News, Motherly Stories

Viral & Trending

Mom of Uvalde survivor: ‘I do not want my son to go to school in America anymore’

Yesterday's mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, has left at least 21 dead.

Updated May. 25, 2022

Viral & Trending

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Career & Money

I’m a mom and the primary breadwinner—and I’m trying so hard to stop being the default parent

As the number of primary income earners rises, their shouldering of tasks and the ‘invisible load’ doesn’t lessen.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

Career & Money, Motherly Stories

Women's Health

Resources for safe abortion access and reproductive rights

With so much about reproductive care in flux, it’s helpful to stay informed about abortion rights where you live.

Updated Apr. 12, 2023

Women's Health, News

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What To Read

20 best books for 5 year olds

This is the age and the stage to show them the beautiful world around them and these books help do just that.

Updated Aug. 14, 2023

What To Read, Child Learn & Play

News

First confirmed death due to monkeypox: What parents need to know

To date, just 17 cases of monkeypox have been confirmed or suspected in kids under 15.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

News, Children's Health

Marriage & Partnerships

From a husband’s perspective: My love, I see you

No matter how crazy our lives get from here on out, just remember that I see you. Yes, as a mom, but also as a person. The most beautiful and wonderful person.

Updated May. 28, 2022

Marriage & Partnerships, Fertility Prep More, Relationships