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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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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
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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
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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
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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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Why a little boy’s garbage truck birthday shows the power of raising kids to value every job

When a toddler's birthday wish is a garbage truck, it's more than a cute moment—it's a lesson in empathy, connection, and the value of every job.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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New CDC data shows nearly 1 in 3 U.S. teens have prediabetes—what parents need to know

This finding doesn’t mean these kids are sick, and it doesn’t mean their future is already decided.

Updated Aug. 15, 2025
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The number of working moms with young kids just hit a 3-year low — here’s why

Child care costs, rigid schedules, and shrinking flexibility are forcing many to ask: how long can I really keep this going?

Updated Aug. 15, 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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Ryan Reynolds on being a working dad: ‘I don’t want to miss this time with my kids’

He says he wants to spend time with his family before his kids are "teenagers who loathe me."

Updated Dec. 08, 2021
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Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Updated Sep. 29, 2022
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The best kids movies from 2021—that the whole family can enjoy

Who's ready for movie night? Many of these are already streaming.

Updated Dec. 07, 2021
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Nick Cannon heartbreakingly shares that his 5-month-old son died from cancer

He announced Tuesday on 'The Nick Cannon Show' that his youngest son, 5-month-old Zen, died of brain cancer.

Updated Dec. 07, 2021
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Instead of being ’empty nesters,’ this couple adopted 7 orphaned siblings

“I can’t explain it—I just knew I was supposed to be their mom.”

Updated Dec. 07, 2021
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Motherly turns 6 today!

We’re thrilled to be on this journey of motherhood alongside this powerful community of millions of mothers.

Updated Dec. 07, 2021
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First trip without your baby? 6 tips to make for smooth travels

How to make the trip a success for you—and your little one back home.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022
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1 in 36 kids in the U.S. are diagnosed with autism, CDC says

The data could be a result of better, earlier awareness of autism spectrum disorder and early intervention.

Updated Mar. 24, 2023
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We’re thinking about diastasis recti all wrong, an expert tells us

And it may even be possible to prevent injury-based diastasis recti in pregnancy, the founder of Studio Bloom and The Bloom Method shares.

Updated Jun. 06, 2023
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Monique Coleman shares how Corbin Bleu helped her through her miscarriage

The friendship between these two 'High School Musical' stars is so sweet.

Updated Dec. 06, 2021
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This Nugget alternative is $50 cheaper and totally worth every penny

Your kids (and your wallet) will thank you!

Updated Dec. 07, 2021
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Strangers are donating breastmilk to baby whose mom died of COVID

Megan Richards of Oak Grove, Missouri, her husband, and all six of their children contracted COVID in November.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021
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This is James Van Der Beek’s magical method for calming a crying baby

Yes, there's an acronym for his magical method.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021
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Parents of Michigan shooting suspect charged with involuntary manslaughter

The suspect's father purchased the gun just days before the shooting.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021
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A ‘3 gift Christmas’ can be magical & minimalist for kids

The last thing my children needed was more toys, more stuff.

Updated Dec. 06, 2022
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