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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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Undercover ‘grandparents’ turn a school lunch into a core memory

Parents disguise as grandparents for a core memory

Updated Sep. 18, 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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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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Kylie Jenner shares emotional new video from her son’s birth

The new mama of two shared an incredible video full of unseen footage on her YouTube channel.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022
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Postpartum anxiety might be invisible to you—but it’s very real to me

The thing about postpartum anxiety that makes it so misunderstood is that it’s invisible to you—but it’s very real to us.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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To my friends who aren’t mothers yet: Here is what I need you to know

You don’t get it yet. And that’s OK. You’re navigating other areas of your life right now while I'm navigating motherhood. And it's not easy.

Updated Nov. 09, 2022
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Here’s what you need to know about the Jergens recall

Some types of Jergens moisturizer have been recalled because of possible bacterial contamination.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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Motherhood is the longest time—and also the shortest time

Motherhood isn’t one or the other; it’s a combination of both, a recipe of everything. It’s all encompassing and it’s going so fast.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
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I am an only child mothering an only child—please don’t feel sorry for us

I understand now more about how deeply proud my own mother was of our “three pea pod,” as she named our small family, and how hard she worked to defend it.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025
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Annia on being a therapist and not going to therapy for postpartum depression

"I didn't quite know the name for what I had since even within therapist circles, we don't talk about postpartum depression enough. I just knew that something wasn't right."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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16 of the most relatable mom life memes on the Internet

Being a mom isn’t easy, but it sure does bring laughter into our lives.

Updated May. 31, 2022
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Here’s the truth, mama: We never stop needing our village

Keep looking for your village. Keep building your village. And keep being the village for others.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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These 4 single moms are raising their kids together in 1 house—and it sounds like a dream

"There is almost a spiritual safety net every day here. I could be my worst self, I could be my best self, and they see me for who I am, and it's OK."

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
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Breastfeeding is no easy journey—but I gave it my all

I realize that my story is not about failure. It’s not failure when you try your hardest. This is about how we need to support and help moms to get better at breastfeeding and avoid mental health capitulation.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
Feeling weary: exhausted mom with head in hands

To the weary and exhausted mama—you aren’t alone

Hey mama, You’re doing the best you can. You’re loved. You’re resilient. You’re strong.

Updated Mar. 18, 2022
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Stephanie Beatriz recorded an ‘Encanto’ song while in actual LABOR—no biggie

Mirabel's song, "Waiting On A Miracle," has a pretty miraculous story behind it!

Updated Dec. 07, 2022
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I’m not pregnant anymore, but my body is broken

This culture does not make it easy to be a woman, let alone a postpartum one. For godssake, let us have postpartum, too.

Updated Mar. 17, 2022
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