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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

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

Troian Bellisario and Patrick J. Adams pregnancy announcement

Celebrity News

Troian Bellisario and Patrick J. Adams share they’re expecting baby No. 3—with a love letter to their future child

Patrick J. Adams’ heartfelt love letter to his unborn child perfectly captures the wonder, uncertainty, and endless love that comes with welcoming a baby

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

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

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Pregnancy

News

SNAP benefits are paused—here’s how parents can help families put food on the table

SNAP, the federal program that helps millions of families afford groceries, has been temporarily paused as part of the ongoing government shutdown.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Food

News

A new AI fertility breakthrough is offering hope to couples struggling with male infertility

By bringing AI into the lab, researchers hope to expand what’s possible, helping more couples find answers and hope without unnecessary interventions.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News

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.

Celebrity News

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

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Troian Bellisario and Patrick J. Adams share they’re expecting baby No. 3—with a love letter to their future child

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Parenting

A teacher used a vase to explain grief to her fourth graders—and parents everywhere are learning from it

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

A teacher used a vase to explain grief to her fourth graders—and parents everywhere are learning from it

When Ryan Brazil told her students, “We make space for each other,” she offered a truth that extends well beyond her classroom.

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

CDC expands pasta recall after 6 deaths: What parents need to know

The CDC has expanded a pasta recall tied to Listeria deaths—parents are urged to check their freezers now

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

parents concerned about youth online safety

News

McAfee report uncovers a new kind of ‘stranger danger’ and it’s closer than you think

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

Getting Pregnant

12 supportive phrases moms navigating surrogacy deserve to hear

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Surrogacy

pregnant woman with hand on her belly- motherly top pregnancy stories

Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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We started our curated This is: Birth film series to give representation to the many varied ways that women give birth. Shot by talented independent videographers, these birth films can be a resource for the expecting mama or anyone who is curious to see what birth really looks like.

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News

Over 300,000 of Mushie’s popular pacifiers recalled due to choking hazard

The FRIGG pacifiers could pose a serious choking hazard.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022

News, Life, Safety

postpartum psychosis: mother holding infant and looking out window

Life

Postpartum psychosis is rare—but dangerous

Here’s what to look out for.

Updated Jan. 30, 2023

Life, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Women's Health

TikTok screenshot of a teacher holding a hockey puck

Viral & Trending

Teacher’s hockey puck plan for deterring active shooters goes viral on TikTok

"Obviously, it’s just a deterrent, but it definitely makes us feel a little bit better."

Updated Sep. 20, 2022

Viral & Trending, Life, News

picky eater: toddler sitting in high chair looking at plate of food

Health & Wellness

Confession: I’m a dietitian and feeding my daughter is a struggle

As a dietitian, I teach other parents how to feed their own kiddos. And yet, I couldn't even get my own daughter to try a new food, let alone accept it.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Health & Wellness, Child, Child Nutrition, Children's Health, Life, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Nutrition

Baby Health

This baby care log is so easy to use—even when you’re exhausted

One less thing to worry about. 🙌

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Baby Health, Baby Shopping Guide

Photo of parent-friendly desk at library

Viral & Trending

Image of parent-friendly desks at a Virginia library goes viral on Twitter

This workstation offers a convenient spot for parents and caregivers to work while keeping little ones safe and occupied.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022

Viral & Trending, Life, News

mom holding a toddler boy - essay on baby’s sleep issues

Motherhood Understood

Jade on postpartum depression and anxiety while dealing with her baby’s sleep issues

"I felt like the biggest failure because I could not get him to sleep on his own through the night."

Updated Oct. 18, 2022

Motherhood Understood

What To Read

The best books of 2022

Dust off that bookshelf and get ready to order this past year's most-loved books!

Updated Dec. 20, 2022

What To Read

News

Surprise! Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra announce the birth of their first baby via surrogate

“We are overjoyed." ❤️

Updated Jan. 24, 2022

News, Celebrity News, Fertility Prep More, Life

Viral & Trending

Apparently ‘Encanto’ artists had to fight for Luisa to have her signature muscles

Disney also underestimated the demand for Luisa merch—they predicted little girls would want Isabela or Mirabel instead.

Updated Jan. 24, 2022

Viral & Trending, Entertainment, Life, News, What To Watch

Food

10 lunch ideas for kids that save money

Put those leftovers to work!

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Food, Family Finances & Budgeting

Postpartum Products

Yes, there’s a hands-free mirror for looking between your legs–and here’s why you need it

What's more empowering than knowing your body?

Updated Nov. 29, 2022

Postpartum Products, Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Women's Health

Bridgerton season 2 photo still of Kate and Anthony

What To Watch

This sneak peek of ‘Bridgerton’ season 2 will get us all through the winter

New Bridgerton photos just dropped. 🔥

Updated Jan. 24, 2022

What To Watch, Entertainment, Life, Viral & Trending

epidural in labor: pregnant woman in hospital talking to doula

Women's Health

My epidural worked too well—here’s what I wish I knew

I had a panic attack while in labor, but now I know what to ask for next time.

Updated Nov. 09, 2022

Women's Health, Birth Stories

Celebrity News

Khloe Kardashian gets called out over the high prices of True’s used clothes

Updated Jan. 20, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Emotional mom talking about maternity leave on TikTok

Viral & Trending

NICU mom’s viral TikTok shows the brutal reality of maternity leave in the U.S.

Updated Aug. 27, 2022

Viral & Trending, Life, News

Mother Embracing Her Daughter with Cancer

Parenting

How to talk to kids about cancer treatment at any age

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

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

two women in kitchen talking - family facing cancer

Life

What to say (and what not to say) to a family facing cancer

Two moms, both with sons affected by childhood cancer, offer up some words that lifted them up during their experiences, and tell us which comments would have been better left unsaid.

Updated Aug. 29, 2024

Life, Health & Wellness