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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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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
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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. 26, 2025
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First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Diwali

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 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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Hunter McGrady says exclusively breastfeeding negatively impacted her mental health

In a post for World Breastfeeding Week, she shared the reality of breastfeeding: it's far from easy.

Updated Oct. 02, 2022
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Viral TikTok shows the safety mistake we’re making with rear-facing car seats

Luckily, it's a very easy fix. The more you know!

Updated Oct. 01, 2022
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Christina Applegate reveals she was diagnosed with MS

The actress shared the news of her diagnosis on Twitter.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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This is the perfect shelf for your Montessori-inspired playspace

We can't guarantee your toddler will clean up after themselves, but it certainly makes it easy to!

Updated May. 05, 2022
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Resilient kids have parents who do these 10 things

It's not about letting your child fail, it's all about providing support along the way.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
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8 signs of ovulation: How to find your most fertile days

How do you know when your fertile days are? By charting your cycles and watching for signs of ovulation.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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Can I drink alcohol if I’m breastfeeding?

Now that baby is here, you can finally have that glass of wine you've been craving—or can you?

Updated Jul. 06, 2022
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Dear mama, you deserve a beautiful breastfeeding experience—and mindfulness can help

It's a simple way to feel calmer, boost milk supply and connect with your baby—and your body—on a deeper level.

Updated Jul. 26, 2024
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Mom says she pays daughter an allowance for hobbies instead of chores

"I want my daughter to know and have a positive association with money and feel like I can choose something that I feel good about," she says.

Updated Oct. 02, 2022
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Head of major teacher’s union supports COVID vaccine mandate

Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, says it's "not a new thing" to have immunizations in schools.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Halsey shares a relatable photo of their postpartum belly

"Well…this is what it look like," Halsey captioned the series of photos they shared of their life as a new mom.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
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70+ Taurus-inspired baby names for babies born in April & May

Give that little bull a fitting moniker.

Updated Mar. 25, 2024
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This reporter says she wasn’t allowed to pump at work: ‘Find a Target or a hospital’

Kate Rayner is suing NBC Universal over her former station's lack of accommodations for her pumping.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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These are our 14 favorite face masks (and we’ve tried hundreds)

After lots of testing, we've got this figured out.

Updated May. 26, 2022
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How to get your child to listen the *first* time you say something, mama

Repeating yourself isn't good for you or your relationship with your child. So what is the alternative?

Updated Sep. 08, 2022
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