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The Kids' Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

The Kids’ Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

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. 15, 2025
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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
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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
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Try these positive affirmations to help raise a confident child

Positive affirmations can teach kids to have confidence in themselves.

Updated Sep. 12, 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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Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
Debby Ryan pregnancy

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
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Sprout baby food pouch recalled for possible lead: How to check your lot and what to do

Parents are urged to check their Sprout baby food pouches after a lead-related recall.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Justin Bieber just shared his family’s values—and it has parents reflecting on their own

Justin Bieber’s family values list is inspiring parents to reflect on the principles they want to pass on and live by with their children

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Mom sends her boys running to stop their fights—what happens next is parenting gold

At first, it looked like punishment: two kids forced to run a mile together. But by the end, the tension was gone, replaced with laughter.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
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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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Lady Gaga says she’s ‘excited’ to be a mom—but admits it’s complicated

“I’m also kind of at war with myself sometimes as I get ready to, hopefully, become a mom soon…"

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
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Rihanna gave birth in pearls and sunglasses—why every mom deserves to feel powerful in labor

Research shows that women giving birth in environments that help her feel calm and supported is directly tied to positive birth outcomes.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
More sex can improve women's health

Why more sex might just save your life, according to science

The study found that women who had sex less often showed higher levels of inflammation, which is linked to chronic illnesses like heart disease.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
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Massachusetts just made birth control and prenatal vitamins free

That’s right—no copays, no surprise bills, just direct access to essential reproductive healthcare.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
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Dad of 2 young kids admits he and his wife sleep separately—the trend is growing 

“It’s not a relationship problem—it’s a survival strategy”

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
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Alabama mom welcomes 13-pound baby—and even doctors were shocked

"And once they actually just said she's just big, I just broke out into tears! It's an amazing experience."

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
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Teenage angst: From ancient Mesopotamia to my living room

Recently, historian Dr. Esmé James shared what's essentially a 4,000-year-old text message from a teenager to his mother.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
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Popular stroller fan recalled due to safety concerns

To date, there have been seven reports of children accessing the fan blades, resulting in six laceration injuries.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
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Should toddlers use ipads at restaurants?—The parenting dilemma divides moms and dads 

Some argue that parents have always figured out how to entertain kids without screens, while others point out the struggles of modern life.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
Working TikTok mom talking about pumping room camera

New mom pumps at work—is shocked to see what’s inside her pumping room

🫠 “Me just realizing the room I was told to pump in has a camera.”

Updated Mar. 27, 2025
TikTok mom on co-sleeping in family bed

This mom’s massive ‘family bed’ is the internet’s latest obsession

The family bed debate is just one piece of a much larger conversation about how families sleep best—and, more importantly, what research actually says about co-sleeping.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
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Think raising a baby is expensive? This new number will shock you

And for 15% of moms, baby-related expenses eat up over half of what they bring in.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
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Would you pay your toddler to nap? This mom’s ‘Nap Fairy’ trick has parents talking

“I pay my daughter to take naps. Not the baby, the toddler. And before you judge me, this s**t works.”

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
Ben Affleck on teaching kids about money

Ben Affleck’s reaction to his son eyeing $6,000 sneakers is every parent: ‘That’s a lot of lawns you gotta mow’

Teaching kids the value of a dollar, budgeting, and the work ethic that goes into earning money is one of the greatest gifts we can give them.

Updated Mar. 06, 2025
Tiktok mom talking to her daughter about good touch vs bad touch

‘Good touch vs. bad touch’: Toddler’s lesson shows how easy body safety can be

High fives? Good touch. Hugs? Good touch. Mouth? Bad touch.

Updated Mar. 06, 2025
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CYBEX recalls over 24,000 car seats due to safety risk

While no injuries have been reported, Cybex urges parents to install a free product update kit to ensure continued safety.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
Instagram mom holding her baby on a flight

Mom glances at her baby mid-flight—then realizes her worst nightmare just came true

The couple, en route to Michigan for a work trip, had just settled in when Sarah noticed a suspicious brown spot creeping up Dawson’s clothing.

Updated Mar. 06, 2025
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Toddler calls 911 for ’emergency donuts’—you won’t believe how dispatch responded

It all started when Bennett, a toddler from Moore, Oklahoma, got his hands on an old cell phone.

Updated Mar. 06, 2025
Dad shares his reaction ot baby no. 2 on Instagram

Dad breaks down in tears—the transition to 2 kids is harder than he ever expected

"I’m not really sure how people go about handling the transition from one to two kids. It’s really hard in so many different ways."

Updated Mar. 05, 2025
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