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Toddler Learn & Play

Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Toddler Learn & Play, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler

Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Child Sleep

Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Child Sleep, Toddler Sleep

News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Motherly

10 postpartum habits that protect your mental health

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Fourth Trimester, Mental Health, Postpartum

Children's Health

Phrases to try when your child is struggling with milestones (8 that connect)

When progress feels slow, words can increase a child’s stress or their courage. 8 phrases lower pressure, build trust, and keep learning on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Children's Health, Mental Health

Motherly

7 signs your tween is asking for independence and how to honor it

Tweens crave room to try, stumble and grow. Here are clear signs your tween is asking for some independence, they are ready for more say in their life.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Children's Health, Teen, Teen Issues, Tweens

Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Taking care of each other isn't just charity. It's how we build power.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Health & Wellness

Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Teen Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting, Teen

Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Willa’s ‘You’re pregnant?’ and Ada’s ‘With who?’ make Thomas Rhett’s baby news utterly priceless.”

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Physiological Changes During Pregnancy Based on Oura Data

News

Your body knows first: What Oura’s massive pregnancy study reveals about the science of intuition

Every pregnant person has felt it: that sudden wave of exhaustion, a racing heartbeat while climbing the stairs, or sleep that feels both deeper and lighter.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

5 financial truths every mom should know before maternity leave

Maternity leave math is confusing, even when you have benefits. Here's facts that matter most and simple steps to take so your paycheck, premiums, and plans stay on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Pregnancy, Second Trimester

Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Kieran Culkin once wasn’t sure about having kids — now he and Jazz Charton are celebrating their third

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Megan Fox admits she hasn’t slept in 7 months—and it’s sparking a real conversation about postpartum recovery

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Postpartum

Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 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.

Kendra Austin’s viral clip about hanging out without spending a dime

News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Postpartum

Reese Witherspoon opens up about postpartum depression—and why honesty still matters

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Postpartum, Celebrity News, News

Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

The “no-buy / low-spend hang” trend is sweeping TikTok, proving that connection matters more than cash—and moms everywhere are taking notes.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

9 supportive rituals that make adoption feel celebrated

Your family’s story deserves to be honored. Simple, repeatable rituals help you mark milestones, nurture connection and keep your child’s identity at the center.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, Adopt & Foster & Surrogacy, Adoption

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Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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Child

CDC approves both Pfizer and Moderna’s pediatric Covid vaccines for kids under 6

Vaccines are now officially available for kids ages 6 months and up.

Updated Jun. 18, 2022

Child, Children's Health

Baby

6 reasons February babies are special

3. They're more likely to be artists.

Updated Feb. 05, 2024

Baby, Parenting

Black History Month

Black History Month: The untold stories of the mothers who shaped history

Shining a light on the mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin.

Updated Feb. 05, 2024

Black History Month, Life

Pregnancy

18 of the most beautiful baby names with positive meanings

Parents are opting for baby names imbued with happiness and positivity.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

Pregnancy, Baby Names

Celebrity News

Nick Cannon is expecting his 8th child after losing his infant son last month

The talk show host revealed the happy news while also talking about the love he has for each of his children.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Nicola Coughlan as Penelope Featherington in 'Bridgerton'

Celebrity News

‘Bridgerton’ star Nicola Coughlan begs fans to stop commenting on her body

"Hello! So just a thing- if you have an opinion about my body please, please don't share it with me."

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Baby Shopping Guide

These eco-friendly diapers make perfect gifts for mamas—and mother earth

Traditional disposable diapers take 500 years to decompose. 😲

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Baby Shopping Guide, Parenting

Viral & Trending

This book skyrocketed to #1 on Amazon after being banned by a Tennessee school board

Sales of 'Maus' have skyrocketed in recent days after it was banned over language and depictions of nudity.

Updated Oct. 04, 2022

Viral & Trending, Life, News, What To Read

Celebrity News

This is not a drill: Rihanna is going to be a mama!

This will be the first baby for the singer, fashion, and makeup icon.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

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Motherhood Understood

Atanasia on having PPD with her second and not responding well to medication

I think the most important thing to know if you’re going through PPD is that it CAN get better. You will get better.

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherhood Understood

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Women's Health

I’m a nutritionist: Here are my favorite prenatal vitamins to recommend

Plus when to start taking them.

Updated Aug. 29, 2024

Women's Health, Fertility Prep More, Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Image of baby formula amid formula shortage in grocery stores.

News

Breastfeeding rates dropped during the pandemic, also contributing to the formula shortage

Formula is still in short supply as demand has continued to increase during the pandemic.

Updated May. 31, 2022

News

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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

I’m a skincare addict and I swear by this drugstore moisturizer

It fixed my eczema-addled skin and costs less than 16 bucks.

Updated Oct. 30, 2024

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Beauty, Beauty & Style

Viral tweet on infertility from dad's perspective

Viral & Trending

Viral tweets highlight the heartbreak of infertility for partners, too

"We can try again in a month or two. Hope springs eternal. But every time it doesn't work, it costs you something deep in yourself."

Updated Nov. 03, 2022

Viral & Trending, Fertility Prep More

News

Milk banks are desperate for breastmilk donations as nationwide supply dwindles

The need for milk donations in North America is urgent.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022

News, Life

Valentine's date night: A couple enjoying a a romantic meal

Relationships

Creative Valentine’s date night ideas for sleep-deprived parents

You don't even have to go out to rekindle your post-baby relationship.

Updated Jan. 31, 2025

Relationships

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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Experiencing skin flare-ups? This pregnancy-safe skincare brand is for you

These skin serums work serious magic. ✨

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Life, Pregnancy Products

growth mindset in mothers: mother holds baby up on knees while lying on bed next to dog

Life

It’s science: A major factor in child development? The mother’s mindset.

Your own growth mindset can protect your kids—even babies—from stress.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

Life, Baby, Baby Health, Child, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, It's Science, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Health

Viral & Trending

Triplet mom goes viral on TikTok for showing rare type of breastmilk engorgement

Have you ever experienced "pitties?"

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Viral & Trending, Life, News

News

Toddler saves family from fire after parents lost sense of smell to Covid

The little boy woke up his mom by saying "Momma, hot!"

Updated Jan. 27, 2022

News, Life

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