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Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
what baby kicks tell you

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Amazon recalls

Thousands of baby and kids’ items sold on Amazon recalled—here’s what parents need to know

Amazon and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a wave of recalls affecting thousands of baby and kids’ products.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Tween's drama

Parents call it ‘tween drama’—but experts say it could be something else entirely

Drama is often something deeper: an overwhelmed nervous system that needs support, not punishment.

Updated Sep. 25, 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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The scientific benefits of dads reading bedtime stories

A better behaved kiddo and a more engaged parent? What's not to love?

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
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Dear mama, first-trimester fatigue is like nothing you’ve known before

If it feels like you don't have much else to give right now, it's because you don't.

Updated Dec. 20, 2022
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Managing your child’s eczema? A psychodermatologist explains the important link between skin and stress

Teaching your child to reduce stress can set them up for a lifetime of healthier skincare habits.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Anderson Cooper on co-parenting with ex: ‘There’s no reason why that love shouldn’t continue’

In a new interview with PEOPLE magazine, Cooper says he and his son's other father, Benjamin Maisani, "get along great."

Updated Oct. 02, 2022
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8 Montessori floor bed options we love—and an expert’s advice on how to use them

A Montessori expert explains what a floor bed is and why you might choose it to transition your toddler out of their crib.

Updated Jun. 17, 2025
Freedom Company dress

18 stylish-but-comfy pieces to refresh your wardrobe this fall (and everything’s under $75!)

From school pickup to working from home, these pieces will freshen up your closet without breaking the bank.

Updated Sep. 17, 2021
Maternity sweaters

12 maternity sweaters for every stage of pregnancy (and beyond!)

Soft, cozy, and comfy, we've got the goods on sweaters that will keep you and your bump warm.

Updated Sep. 25, 2024
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20 old-school family entertainment ideas to do instead of screen time

If you're struggling to find fun activities for your kids to do when they're bored, we've got you, mama.

Updated Jun. 01, 2023
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4 key steps to create a Montessori nursery

The Montessori approach views the baby's first room as not only a fun space to personalize, but also an important environment that can help shape your baby's first experiences in the world.

Updated Aug. 09, 2023
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30+ essential board books for baby’s first year

Classic and new titles that will take you from baby's first day to their first birthday.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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Dr. Fauci on the timeline for vaccinations for kids under 12 + why pregnant and breastfeeding women should get vaccinated

"We need to get rid of the false impression that it's OK for kids to get infected. It isn't," Dr. Fauci told us in an interview.

Updated Mar. 02, 2022
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Baby’s first Halloween costume: 45 sweet ideas to try

These baby costumes are almost TOO cute.

Updated Sep. 06, 2023
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25+ family Halloween costume ideas

Because dressing up isn't just for kids!

Updated Sep. 27, 2024
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Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk relationship is #CoparentingGoals

"He's a full-on, hands-on dad—no nanny. Lea went on holiday with him for almost two weeks [and] I didn't call them once," Shayk says.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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Manager’s viral post about flexible working hours is making moms feel seen

Because life happens whether you're on the clock or not.

Updated Sep. 28, 2022
Sagittarius names for baby

90 baby names for your little dynamo born during Sagittarius season

Those born under this sign are described as generous, adventurous and funny.

Updated Nov. 08, 2023
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Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Kristen Bell and Jackie Tohn on friendship and the art of the “sneak teach”

Kristen Bell and Jackie Tohn have been best friends since they met as young singers and actors more than 15 years ago. Now, they are collaborating on a new Amazon Original animated kids series — Do, Re & Mi — which premieres this week. Liz checked in with them to talk about the universal power of music, why they want to "sneak teach" music to your kids, what their collective village looks like, and why close friendships are so important for both kids and parents.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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