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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
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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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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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Mom sends her boys running to stop their fights—what happens next is parenting gold

At first, it looked like punishment: two kids forced to run a mile together. But by the end, the tension was gone, replaced with laughter.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

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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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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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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6 reasons December babies are so special

This month is actually the rarest time for birthdays.

Updated Nov. 27, 2023
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20+ road trip snacks that are tried-and-true family favorites

These easy snacks are reasonably healthy, not too messy and a hit with kids every time.

Updated May. 10, 2022
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Ashley Graham proudly shows off her ‘tree of life’ stretch marks

Ashley Graham is due to give birth to her twin boys very soon.

Updated Dec. 02, 2021
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Your morning coffee could be making your anxiety worse

Not to be the bearer of bad news, but… here are other energy boosters to try.

Updated Aug. 23, 2022
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25+ adorable holiday gifts for newborns

Your littlest love can't create their own holiday wish list—so we did it for them.

Updated Sep. 19, 2024
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Netflix’s ‘A Castle for Christmas’ is so good it cured my seasonal depression

If you're looking for a holiday movie with Hallmark vibes but an A-list cast and A+ sexual tension, here you go!

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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All I want for Christmas is to hear ‘good job’

Wouldn't it be nice if we all pulled our heads out of the fog to thank the mothers in our lives?

Updated Nov. 28, 2022
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Sandra Bullock on what she tells her Black children: ‘It’s different for you’

“I don't care if it scares them because it’s my job to let them know that outside of these safe walls, things are different," Bullock said of her two Black children.

Updated Dec. 01, 2021
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Your guide to finding a birth provider who’s LGBTQ-friendly

I’m queer. How can I find the right provider to support me from preconception through pregnancy?

Updated May. 20, 2024
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22 best backpacks for kids–from preschool & beyond

They'll love sporting these bags all year long.

Updated Jun. 26, 2025
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