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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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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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
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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
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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
AI bots

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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Friends throw a surprise birthday at Costco—complete with hugs, pizza, and plenty of shopping carts

The clip shows hugs, laughter, and pizza by the slice—all in between shopping carts and a warehouse backdrop. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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What children’s gender reveal reactions teach us about big feelings

It's important for parents to recognize that these reactions are not necessarily negative but are part of the child's way of processing the upcoming changes.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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This little girl’s bedtime clapback proves kids always have the last word

“Kids always know exactly how to cut you down at bedtime 😂.”

Updated Sep. 08, 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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There’s a racial gap in breastfeeding. Here’s what you need to know.

Black women often aren't encouraged to nurse their babies as much as white women.

Updated Aug. 20, 2021
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EPA is banning a pesticide linked to neurological damage in children

The Biden administration and the Environmental Protection Agency will reverse a Trump-era decision and ban chlorpyrifos.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Body cam footage shows officer delivering baby in 7-Eleven parking lot

Watch the entire amazing birth from start to finish—congrats to all!

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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Pumping at work: What you need to know and how to prepare

From packing in advance to talking to your manager, here's how to set yourself up for pumping success.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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How to help your child deal with a bully, according to a child psychologist

Including how to learn the signs your kid is being bullied.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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Over 20,000 Mississippi students in quarantine after just one week of school

Due to COVID exposure, 5% of the population of Mississippi public schools is now under quarantine.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Katy Perry and Miranda Kerr’s co-parenting relationship sounds downright amazing

"We go on holidays together. We celebrate all the important milestones together," Kerr says of Perry. "I love her."

Updated Jul. 25, 2022
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Dad’s emotional plea to school board about masks goes viral

"She went to school and was one of just a few kids in her class wearing a mask, which made her ask why she had to. My answer was because we want to take care of other people."

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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20 easy Halloween costume ideas your kids will love

From Disney characters to their favorite animals.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025
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14 binge-worthy TV shows the whole family can watch together

Put these entertaining family-friendly shows on your watch list this summer.

Updated May. 16, 2023
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Is it safe to travel with kids during the pandemic?

For many families, travel plans are up in the air.

Updated Dec. 08, 2021
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11 splurge-worthy items for your baby registry that are totally worth it

These are perfect for a group of friends or family to split.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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Sweet Potato Soul’s Jenné Claiborne Explains Why There’s is Hope for Even Our Pickiest of Eaters

In this episode, Liz talks to Jenné Claiborne, founder of the wildly popular vegan lifestyle platform and cookbook, Sweet Potato Soul, about how she went from being a picky chicken nugget eater kid to a plant-based chef, cooking instructor, and health coach.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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Texas school district adds masks to the dress code to bypass governor’s ban

"The board believes the dress code can be used to mitigate communicable health issues, and therefore has amended the PISD dress code to protect our students and employees," the district says in a statement.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Unvaccinated mom’s dying wish: ‘Please make sure my children get vaccinated’

Lydia Rodriguez died from COVID just two weeks after her husband, leaving their four children orphaned.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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How to declutter your finances in 4 totally doable steps

Decluttering your finances is a lot easier than decluttering toys—here's how to do it.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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13 back-to-school lunch boxes moms say are worth it

We've rounded up a curated selection that check all the required boxes.

Updated Jun. 17, 2025
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