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A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Grandparents

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 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 opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
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The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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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
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Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

A 3-year-old’s reason for watching her dad’s workout has every girl dad laughing—and slightly bracing for the future

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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This mom brought her baby to a meeting—and reminded us what true workplace support look

A working mom nervously brought her baby to a meeting—but instead of judgment, she found laughter, care, and a glimpse of what family-first workplaces could be

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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Baby wouldn’t stop crying—and this mom found a way to stay present through the noise

Remember babies co-regulate, so if their parent is in an elevated state, they are likely to stay in that state longer as well.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Shoes that light up

A mom bought her daughter new shoes—then faced the reality of what safety means in America

“I had to break it to her that I’m so sorry, mama,” she says quietly in the video. “We can’t bring those to school.”

Updated Oct. 10, 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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I learned to let go, respect and love my postpartum body

I looked down at my formerly-flat, newly-deflated belly after giving birth to my oldest son, and I thought to myself: is this what my body is going to be like, now? The changes your body experiences during and after pregnancy can be shocking, but I learned to find the beauty in it.

Updated Jan. 23, 2023
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40 bright baby names that mean sun

If you love the feeling of sun kissed skin and warm sunny days, this list is for you!

Updated Mar. 03, 2022
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6 ways to raise emotionally intelligent kids, according to a clinical psychologist

Emotional intelligence is critically important to our success and overall health. But how do you foster this emotional growth in your child?

Updated Nov. 16, 2022
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Mamas in Ukraine—and around the world—achieve the impossible

And while she was acknowledging her own pain she also said, “I could be giving birth in Ukraine right now—someone probably is doing that right now.” Women give birth in war zones, in hiding, in abusive homes, sometimes completely alone.

Updated Sep. 13, 2022
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Gender-affirming care for trans youth is life-saving care

Removing access to that care can have dire consequences.

Updated Sep. 19, 2022
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What I wish I knew about being a stay-at-home mom

If I could rewind the clock, there are a few things I wish I could tell my new-stay-at-home-mom-self. But of course, I can’t. So instead I’ll say them to you.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
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Mama, when the news breaks your heart

How are you talking to your little ones about the news?

Updated Sep. 13, 2022
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6 essential apps that will keep your tweens safe online

Keep an eye on online social media, chat, and online interactions with these parent-friendly apps.

Updated Feb. 22, 2024
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10 tips to make the transition from toddler room to big kid room a breeze

This is the start of an exciting new chapter!

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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45+ baby names that mean wisdom, intelligent and brilliance

Plus, names that mean knowledge, intelligent and brilliance.

Updated Sep. 08, 2022
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Oh baby! Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas are expecting their second child

Looks like Willa is going to be a big sister!

Updated Mar. 03, 2022
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To the Black birth workers

Your impact and legacy does not go unnoticed.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022
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Time-lapse shows the many roles that moms juggle in a day

Mamas really don't get enough credit.

Updated Jun. 07, 2022
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Tonight, I’ll hold my baby close

Mothers elsewhere, everywhere, hold a weight so unfathomable every waking hour—their children, those guns, the amount of 'fight' left in their bones.

Updated Mar. 02, 2022
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Scarlett Johansson hilariously explains thongs and panty lines to her 7-year-old

You'll love this hilarious conversation she had with her 7-year-old daughter Rose about panty lines.

Updated Sep. 19, 2022
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These photos from a trans father’s home birth are stunning 😍

"When I saw the photos I suddenly got the sense that they need to be out there, as they represent so well two causes very close to my heart: normalization of home birth and normalization of trans and non-binary people giving birth."

Updated Oct. 18, 2020
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U.S. Army rescue team evacuates premature twins from Ukraine to reunite with American parents

An American couple had preemie babies born via surrogate in Kyiv last week during the onset of the Russian invasion.

Updated Mar. 09, 2022
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To the mama struggling with postpartum: It doesn’t make you any less of a mother

Truth is, the postpartum period is hard, and we don’t talk about it enough.

Updated Mar. 03, 2022
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