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Tylenol when pregnant

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
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Viral 9 year old perfectly writing brand logos

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

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton

Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

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

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
mom teaches tween about social media

An 11-year-old was about to get her first phone—then her mom came up with a ‘social media prep school

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

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
tru fru freeze dried recall

Tru Fru strawberry snacks recalled nationwide over possible metal fragments—what parents should check tonight

Pantry check, parents! Tru Fru just recalled several freeze-dried strawberry snacks over possible metal fragments—here’s what you need to know before your kids reach for a treat.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
mom shower hack

New mom’s viral shower hack is giving parents a game-changing idea

Struggling to shower as a new mom? Kailey Davis’ viral hack shows how a simple trick turned a chaotic moment into a win for both mom and baby

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Toddler

A bold request at a children’s museum leaves a 3-year-old stunned—and parents debating

Should adults intervene right away, or let kids navigate social hiccups on their own?

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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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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Husband brings postpartum meal for wife

Mom gives birth—then dad delivers this epic surprise, instantly setting the bar higher for dads everywhere

Some new moms have Sushi Daddy™ husbands delivering a boat-sized meal straight to their bedside.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
Baby barking like a dog

Mom films baby’s strange new habit—then realizes she’s copying the dog

The video captures that hilarious click moment when Ahn realizes exactly where her baby picked up the habit.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
Baby gate recall

Baby gate recalled for failing safety standards—how to find a safer option

The gates pose a risk because a child’s torso can fit through the opening between the gate and the floor.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
low stimulation show

The best low-stimulation shows for toddlers: A guide for parents

Slower-paced narratives allow children to process information at a natural rhythm.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
coffee creamer

Check your coffee creamer: This popular brand just got recalled in 31 states

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that more than 75,000 bottles of International Delight coffee creamer have been recalled due to reports of spoilage and illness. 

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
toddler step stool

10,300 toddler step stools recalled after reports of collapse and injuries—what parents need to know

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for approximately 10,300 Onasti toddler stools

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
UK miscarriage

The UK just gave moms miscarriage leave—why doesn’t the U.S. do the same?

A new policy will soon guarantee parents two weeks of paid bereavement leave after a miscarriage

Updated Jul. 08, 2025
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Firefighter finds abandoned newborn—after 15 years of infertility, he knew in his heart this was his son

Chris, a firefighter in Belen, New Mexico, was working his shift when an alarm rang at his station’s Safe Haven Baby Box.

Updated Mar. 18, 2025
Viral TikTok family being surprised with twins

Family visits new mom in the hospital—shocked to realize she’s been keeping a huge secret

Our families' reactions to finding out that we kept it a secret we were having twins!

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
Paternity leave - A mother breastfeeding

Dads who do this 1 thing help moms breastfeed longer—and science proves it

When fathers take at least two weeks of leave after their child’s birth, their partners are 31% more likely to still be breastfeeding at eight weeks.

Updated Mar. 14, 2025
Dr Becky

Worried your kids are acting entitled? Dr. Becky says this 1 simple shift can change everything

“Entitlement is the accumulated experience of feeling frustrated and then having someone else give you immediate success.”

Updated Mar. 14, 2025
Emily Oster

Emily Oster’s ‘gel’ moment: a parenting mantra for depleted moms

"We need to pause. We need to repeat ourselves and then make decisions later.”

Updated Mar. 14, 2025
dad and baby

Dad realizes his baby’s nap lasted only 28 minutes—and his face says it all

But why do babies take such short naps? And more importantly, what can you actually do about it?

Updated Mar. 14, 2025
Viral TikTok - Mom enjoying postpartum amenities in China

This mom’s postpartum experience in China will leave U.S. moms in awe

Wang shares her postpartum experience in China, where she’s able to rest and recover without financial stress.

Updated Mar. 14, 2025
New Mexico's baby bonds - A mother hugging her child

New Mexico’s baby bond proposal could give kids a $20K boost—will other states follow?

The proposed investment for each child is around $6,000 at birth, with projections estimating that, by adulthood, the fund could grow to approximately $20,000.

Updated Mar. 14, 2025
Postpartum care at home

This new at-home program is redefining postpartum care for moms

Postpartum care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. And yet, in the U.S., it’s treated as an afterthought.

Updated Mar. 13, 2025
baby fomo

Mom tries to put her ‘FOMO baby’ to sleep—but his reaction is next level

According to pediatric sleep experts, babies experience FOMO (fear of missing out) because they’re naturally curious

Updated Mar. 14, 2025
Instagram reel - Grandparents with their grandchild

Four grandparents, one roof—why this mom is all in on multi-generational living

"I grew up living with my mom’s parents and so deeply appreciate the roots it gave me, so we want nothing less for our kids."

Updated Mar. 13, 2025
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