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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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Nutrition

10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Nutrition, Back To School

Child Shopping Guide

American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

Child Shopping Guide

News

Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

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

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

News

Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025

News, Pregnancy

News

Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

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

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Parenting

Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

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.

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

Parenting

When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, 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

Parenting

Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

Parenting, Motherhood Understood

Birth Stories

They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Birth Stories, Baby, Birth, Parenting

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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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Celebrity News

Mandy Moore pumps breastmilk on top of an active volcano, no biggie

"New realities of adventuring!"

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

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Life

Mama deer runs toward crying newborn in viral TikTok

"When you almost have to throw down with a momma deer because your baby starts crying outside!"

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Life, News, Viral & Trending

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5 ways I fixed my family’s formerly miserable morning routine

If you're looking for hacks for your kids' morning routine, we've got you covered, mama.

Updated Jul. 21, 2021

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Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

This is formula feeding: Trusting your instincts

"Fed is best. Your mental state is important. Trust yourself and know, you're doing the right thing."

Updated Apr. 15, 2022

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas, Baby

Life

Nearly two million children have lost a parent or caregiver to COVID-19

"The economic, developmental, and psychological impacts on these children will reverberate across generations, a tragic legacy of COVID mortality."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life, News

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Work & Motherhood

America had universal childcare during WWII. It’s time to do it again

It's time to take what we learned from WWII and help American families today.

Updated Feb. 06, 2023

Work & Motherhood, Parenting

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Postpartum Products

13 best nursing bras that are comfortable & stylish

Because breastfeeding mamas shouldn't have to sacrifice style for function.

Updated Jul. 29, 2025

Postpartum Products, Postpartum

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

The best bottles for breastfed babies

If your breastfed baby is refusing the bottle, here's what you need to know.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips, Baby Shopping Guide

Celebrity News

The celebrity mamas who told the truth about motherhood in 2020 👏

You can love motherhood with your whole heart and still be real about how hard it can be (especially this year).

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Parenting

These are the products I wish I registered for as a first-time mom

In those first few months, I can't even count the amount of middle-of-the-night Amazon orders I made, desperate to solve whatever issue it was we were having in that moment.

Updated Apr. 07, 2023

Parenting, Baby, Registry

Parenting

How to pick a childcare program for your family

Choosing child care can be hard. Here's what quality early learning looks like.

Updated Dec. 28, 2021

Parenting

Life

New bill would give families paid time off for pregnancy loss

Sen. Tammy Duckworth and Rep. Ayanna Pressley are introducing the Support Through Loss Act to Congress.

Updated Dec. 05, 2022

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Child

Confused about mask guidelines for unvaccinated kids? These tweets will make you feel seen

The lack of federal guidance for vaccinated parents with unvaccinated kids has a lot of moms and dads talking on Twitter.

Updated Jan. 27, 2022

Child, Children's Health, Covid, Health & Wellness, Life

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Health & Wellness

Here’s everything we know about COVID-19 and kids

We'll continue to keep this updated as new guidelines emerge.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Health & Wellness, Life

Entertainment

My family is bonding over ‘Survivor’ + I’m not mad at it

Though we've formed alliances, differed on favorite cast members and squirmed as bugs were eaten, the first season of 'Survivor' has uniformly captured the attention of my family this summer.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Entertainment, Life

Life

We need to hear from this 8-year-old who has now experienced two shootings

In the viral video following Saturday night's shooting outside a Washington Nationals baseball game, Faris Nunn heartbreakingly says she was 'prepared' because she's 'always expecting something to happen'.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life, News