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Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Work & Motherhood

The model who turned her maternity brand into a lifeline for isolated moms

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Work & Motherhood

Child

New poll reveals how little freedom kids have today—and why experts say it’s hurting them

Digital devices are deeply embedded in modern childhood, and the Harris Poll shows just how much they shape kids’ daily lives.

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

News

Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

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

Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

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Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Getting Pregnant

China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility

Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Infertility

Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Pregnancy

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025

Pregnancy

Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025

Pregnancy, News

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Pregnancy

French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby Names

Viral & Trending

$1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, News, Parenting

News

Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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!

Our Partners

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.

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Parenting

Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Why a mom’s claim that her kids are her “built-in best friends” sparked a wave of concern

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Mom finally discovers where her missing makeup went—and parents can’t stop laughing at the culprit

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

$1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

The comparison has struck a nerve and sparked conversations about what kind of daycare system parents deserve.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, News, Parenting

Back To School

Parents say they’ll go into debt to help kids fit in—here’s how to navigate back-to-school pressure

Parents of K–12 and college students plan to spend an average of $741 this year—$200 more than last year.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Back To School, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, Parenting

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Back To School

Before school starts, this mom delivers a kindness lesson her daughter won’t forget

“The cool thing about being a human is that we’re all different.”

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Back To School, Parenting

Parenting

This Disney mom turned theme parks into her kids’ classroom—and parents are fascinated

“That’s not the only place we learn. But as Disney locals here in Mickey’s backyard, it just was inevitable for us to start learning in the parks.”

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play

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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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Relationships

‘Divide and conquer’ works for us—and this unisex diaper bag makes it easy

No matter what, we're on the same team.

Updated Mar. 14, 2022

Relationships, Life, Parenting

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Pregnancy

Postpartum stress syndrome is the postpartum disorder you probably haven’t heard about

And it's likely more common than we know. Here's how to spot the signs.

Updated Nov. 09, 2022

Pregnancy, Fourth Trimester, Health & Wellness, Journey, Life, Mental Health, Postpartum

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Health & Wellness

The 5 biggest health & wellness trends we’ll all be talking about in 2022

From magic mushrooms to normalizing menopause, we’ve got our eye on these about-to-be-everywhere concepts.

Updated Dec. 23, 2021

Health & Wellness, Beauty & Style, Life, Women's Health

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News

Dozens of dry shampoos have been recalled—here’s what you need to know

Proctor & Gamble has recalled 32 of its dry shampoo and conditioner products due to the detection of benzene.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

News, Beauty & Style, Health & Wellness, Journey, Life

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Pregnancy

Is it implantation bleeding or your period? Here’s how to tell the difference

Some women have light spotting that signals pregnancy—even before a positive test.

Updated Jun. 22, 2023

Pregnancy, Fertility Prep More, Getting Pregnant, Journey

The Holidays

I’m not worried about giving my kids ‘the perfect’ gift this year

It's for their benefit and mine, too.

Updated Dec. 21, 2021

The Holidays, Life, Parenting

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Baby Names

70 charming French baby names for your little monsieur or mademoiselle

Inspired by the return of Emily in Paris!

Updated Dec. 21, 2022

Baby Names

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Health & Wellness

Why PCOS matters to your fertility

5 things you need to know about PCOS and how it affects your fertility.

Updated Dec. 20, 2021

Health & Wellness, Fertility Prep More, Life, Women's Health

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News

President Biden will offer 500 million free Covid tests to all Americans

On Tuesday, the White House will announce several new measures to address the risks posed by the highly contagious omicron variant.

Updated Dec. 21, 2021

News, Health & Wellness, Life

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Life

All the pregnant celebrities in 2021

After two years of fertility struggles, the 'Property Brothers' star is going to be a dad!

Updated Aug. 26, 2022

Life, Celebrity News, News

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Baby

6 reasons January babies are special

3. They are more likely to be doctors—or debt collectors.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Baby, Parenting

Life

This soothing roll-on is my secret weapon for headaches

And it's affordable, portable and 100% natural.

Updated Jan. 12, 2022

Life, Health & Wellness, Journey, Mental Health, Women's Health

New Years

If you want ‘New Year’s intentions’ instead of resolutions, start here

If you want a positive mindset, skip the resolution this year.

Updated Dec. 23, 2024

New Years, Life

Baby Names

These will be the most popular baby names of 2022

This list is full of baby name predictions—some classics, some surprises, and a lot of sweetness.

Updated Jan. 18, 2022

Baby Names, Pregnancy

Baby Shopping Guide

25 baby products under $20 that Amazon reviewers love

There's no better bang for your buck!

Updated Jan. 31, 2024

Baby Shopping Guide, Parenting

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Covid

Covid testing in schools can replace quarantine, CDC says

A "test to stay" policy can protect in-person learning while keeping students safe, two studies found.

Updated Apr. 13, 2022

Covid, Child, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life

Viral & Trending

Schools nationwide take precautions over Dec. 17 school shooting ‘trend’ on TikTok

After a school shooting threat began circulating on TikTok, schools across the U.S. began taking precautions and reaching out to anxious parents.

Updated Dec. 17, 2021

Viral & Trending, Life, News

Podcast

Christina Perri doesn’t want mothers to grieve alone

Singer and songwriter Christina Perri opens up about the loss of her daughter and implores mothers to not grieve alone.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024

Podcast, Celebrity News, Life, Miscarriage & Loss, News, Pregnancy, Season 9

What To Watch

Here’s why ‘Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show’ on Apple TV+ is going to be your new family show

The real magic of Jack and his crew goes way beyond the screen. In each episode, a young character often finds themselves doubting their abilities to make a difference—it’s a message that hit home for me as much as my children.

Updated Dec. 16, 2021

What To Watch, Entertainment, Our Partners

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Life

21 of the most inspiring stories of 2021

These are the stories that gave us hope, made us emotional, and inspired us in 2021.

Updated Dec. 16, 2021

Life, News

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