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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

Work & Motherhood

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

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Work & Motherhood

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

News, Viral & Trending

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

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

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

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

Our Partners

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

Our Partners, Children's Health

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

Viral & Trending

$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!

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.

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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.

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.

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Child Milestones

To the mama sending her kids back to preschool—your little ones are going to be OK

I'm anxious about post-quarantine preschool—but I'm determined to make it special.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Child Milestones, Child, Child, Covid, Life, Motherly Stories, Parenting

Life

Pregnant Ashley Graham dancing in her underwear is the body-positive inspo we need

"You look good, don't change!"

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

Life, Celebrity News, News

Celebrity News

Britney Spears officially files to remove her dad as conservator

Spears' medical team has also advised the removal of Jamie Spears as conservator in favor of his daughter's emotional well-being.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Life

Simone Biles Olympics withdrawal reminds us of the pressure female athletes face

The G.O.A.T. gymnast had to withdraw from the women's team gymnastic final because she wants to put her mental health first.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Life, News

News

There’s a nationwide carrot recall over possible salmonella contamination

Check your fridge, mama.

Updated Feb. 15, 2022

News, Food, Life, Nutrition

Baby Shopping Guide

20 beach products that turn overwhelmed parents into beach day pros

We've found the best way to conquer a beach day with our babes is to always come prepared.

Updated May. 27, 2025

Baby Shopping Guide, Travel

Baby Names

55+ baby names that mean happy for your little bundle of joy

It's a joyful time, so, of course, you'll need a happy baby name!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Baby Names, Pregnancy

Life

‘Vanderpump Rules’ star was shamed for her postpartum body in red carpet photo

And now Brittany Cartwright has something to say to everyone who shamed her.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022

Life, Celebrity News, News

Celebrity News

Pink offers to pay Norwegian handball team’s fines for wearing shorts instead of bikinis

The Norwegian team protested sexist uniform rules, and Pink is offering to help them out if they need it.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Celebrity News

Jessica Alba reveals she and her daughter attend therapy together

The mom of 3 says she struggles with treating her 13-year-old like "a little kid."

Updated Feb. 01, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Celebrity News

Emmy Rossum shares first photo of baby girl to help promote COVID vaccine awareness

Vaccinated while pregnant, Rossum delivered a healthy baby girl who now has antibodies that will help her fight off future infections, should they occur.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022

Celebrity News, Covid, Life, News

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Parenting

Looking for kid-friendly pop music? Try these artists 🎤

For when you want to listen to the radio but don't want your little one to pick up a new four-letter word.

Updated Jul. 26, 2021

Parenting

Women's Health

This mama reminds us that becoming a mother is the birth of a human AND a new woman

"You go from the highest your hormones will ever be in your life to the lowest all in one swift moment."

Updated Nov. 29, 2022

Women's Health, Birth, Health & Wellness, Life, Motherly Stories, Pregnancy

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Shop

22 dinosaur books every budding Ross Gellar will love

From dino-themed ABC books to beautifully illustrated compendiums these titles are a roaring good time.

Updated Jul. 26, 2021

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Baby Sleep Tips

When can your baby sleep with a blanket?

It's older than you think.

Updated Sep. 20, 2023

Baby Sleep Tips, Baby Health

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Beauty

Science proves that gray hair is reversible—you read that right

It's all about reducing stress.

Updated Feb. 15, 2022

Beauty, Beauty & Style, Health & Wellness, Life, Mental Health

Life

6-year-old demonstrates the ‘easy way’ to tie shoes in genius viral video

The kids are more than alright—they're teaching everyone how to tie their shoes better!

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

Swimmer calls out Olympics for ‘drastic’ breastfeeding rules

Synchronized swimmer Ona Carbonell says she had to leave her nursing son at home because of "extremely drastic measures" that made it "impossible" for him to come.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

Viral & Trending, Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Life, News, Parenting, Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas