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Wayne Brady shares unconventional co-parenting arrangement—and it’s so sweet

When does morning sickness start?

Although the exact cause of morning sickness is unknown, it is believed to be linked to the drastic hormonal changes that take place in the first trimester of pregnancy.

Here’s how your family can watch ‘It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown’ this year

For many families, watching this classic is a Halloween tradition!

Giving birth shouldn’t be a death sentence, but for Black moms, this is the reality

For decades, Black mothers and their needs during pregnancy have been ignored and pushed aside.

Adele wrote a song for her son to help him understand her divorce

14 science-backed ways to help prevent SIDS in babies

While there's a lot we don't know about SIDS, there are certain steps to take for SIDS prevention in many cases.

10 tried-and-true ways to induce labor naturally

If you’ve reached full-term in your pregnancy and are ready to try to speed things along by trying to naturally induce your labor at home, we feel you.

Newborn breastfeeding: Your guide to the first week of nursing

Remember: Breastfeeding is a learned process.

50 sensory activities for 1-year-olds to help them learn by playing

Promote brain development and let baby have fun.

1-month-old baby milestones

At 1 month old, your baby is still getting the hang of life "on the outside." Still in the thick of the fourth trimester, they are comforted by touch and the sound of your voice.

Dad petitions schools to recognize period pain as valid excuse for absence

2-month-old baby milestones

Your 2-month-old may be working on opening and shutting their hands—and might soon be able to hold and shake toys like a rattle.

20 unique name ideas for your November baby​

Sweet inspiration for your darling late fall baby

Is your child suddenly acting out? This may explain why

3-month-old baby milestones

Your little one is now more alert and awake—and discovering their world.

4-month-old baby milestones

Your little love is learning constantly—whether you two are on a walk around the block, snuggling up at bedtime or reading together.

Shawn Johnson says a TSA agent ‘groped’ her while traveling with breast milk

5-month-old baby milestones

While every baby is different, of course, babies at this age may start to follow more regular sleep patterns.

6-month-old baby milestones

7-month-old baby milestones

Although your baby may not be on the move quite yet, now's the perfect time to start babyproofing.