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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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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$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!

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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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Mom shares brilliant way to challenge ‘rude’ behavior in viral post

This is how you can empathetically teach your children about emotional maturity.

Updated Sep. 28, 2022

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Toddler Shopping Guides

25+ of our favorite gifts for 4-year-olds–from the practical to the fun

These fresh picks encourage preschoolers to get lost in their creativity and imagination.

Updated Sep. 24, 2024

Toddler Shopping Guides, Christmas, Holiday Gift Guides, Holidays

Celebrity News

Tyler and Catelynn have emotional reunion with daughter Carly on ‘Teen Mom OG’

The 'Teen Mom OG' stars have always been raw and honest about the ups and downs of adoption.

Updated Sep. 28, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Covid

5 kid-friendly travel ideas for the Covid era

With so many families in desperate need of a break and reconnection, a little getaway might be just what the doctor ordered.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023

Covid, Adult, Child, Travel

Getting Pregnant

Your guide to getting pregnant with IUI

Two midwives share everything you need to know about the fertility process.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

Getting Pregnant, Fertility Prep More, Health & Wellness, Infertility, Journey, Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Pregnancy, Relationships, Women's Health

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Updated Apr. 29, 2022

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Celebrity News

Alyssa Milano once thought her miscarriages were ‘punishment’ for her abortions

The actress talks about how her Catholic faith impacted her feelings about her own miscarriages and abortions.

Updated Sep. 23, 2022

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News

‘Nightmare’ IVF mixup results in two moms delivering each other’s babies

The two L.A. couples in the IVF clinic mixup have been raising one another's babies for several months.

Updated Sep. 28, 2022

News, Life, Viral & Trending

Community & Friendship

In the absence of ‘the village,’ mothers struggle most

It takes a village, but there are no villages.

Updated Apr. 26, 2022

Community & Friendship

Community & Friendship

I couldn’t find my village when I became a working mom—so I created it

My circle of friends got smaller when I became a mom. I changed that.

Updated Nov. 10, 2021

Community & Friendship, Life, Relationships

Relationships

The real reason it’s so hard to make mom friends

If there are so many of us looking for more mom friends, then why is it so hard to actually make them?

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

Relationships, Community & Friendship

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Viral & Trending

Viral Instagram photos show what friendship after miscarriage looks like

When one woman experienced a miscarriage, her friend stepped up for her in the most beautiful way.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022

Viral & Trending, Life

Viral & Trending

President Biden gives Big Bird sweet shoutout for getting Covid vaccine

President Biden's shoutout came after anti-vaxxers bullied the Sesame Street character online.

Updated Nov. 08, 2021

Viral & Trending, Covid, Life

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Motherhood Understood

Rachel on the anger and grief she felt from losing her baby

"Grief and anger surged within me. I felt like my body had betrayed me."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherhood Understood

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Baby Names

33 popular girl names & their beautiful meanings

From Olivia to Charlotte and beyond, here are some of the most popular girl names today and their meanings.

Updated May. 24, 2022

Baby Names

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Baby Names

75+ gender-neutral baby names you’ll love

From Archer to Zion, we've found some pretty fantastic unisex baby name options for you to consider.

Updated Jan. 09, 2023

Baby Names

100+ unique baby names as special as your new little one

Every child born is original and unique, and these names reflect that beautiful sentiment.

Updated Mar. 05, 2024

Baby Names

Life

3 super easy places to start when you want to make mom friends

Where did you meet your most recent mom friend?

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Life, Community & Friendship, Journey, Relationships

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Work & Motherhood

How to tell your boss you’re pregnant

We've mapped out a discussion guide for you to bring to that important conversation.

Updated Oct. 18, 2023

Work & Motherhood, First Trimester

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Child Learn & Play

15 children’s books that celebrate Indigenous people

These books can be a great tool in helping your child learn about Indigenous history.

Updated Sep. 27, 2024

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