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A national poll reveals what’s missing from our kids’ playtime—and it’s not toys

Are screens and safety fears stealing our kids’ playtime? A new poll says yes

Updated Oct. 21, 2025
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Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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This first grade teacher’s daily affirmation is the pep talk we all need

A viral video reminds us why elementary school teachers deserve every ounce of our respect—and a significant raise.

Updated Oct. 20, 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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New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025
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Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
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Women gotta go to work: Cardi B gets real about formula feeding and the support moms deserve

Cardi B gets real about pumping, formula feeding, and why working moms shouldn’t have to choose between feeding their baby and keeping their job

Updated Oct. 21, 2025
Baby lounger recall

The CPSC just recalled Belivium Baby Loungers sold on Amazon—here’s what every parent should know

According to the CPSC, the loungers’ design puts infants at risk of suffocation, entrapment, and falls.

Updated Oct. 21, 2025
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TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 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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40% of 2-year-olds now have their own tablet—here’s what that means for childhood today

The 2025 Common Sense Media Report highlights just how integral screens have become in young children’s daily lives.

Updated Mar. 05, 2025
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Kieran Culkin’s wife promised him four kids if he won an Oscar—well, he just did

He turned his speech into an inside joke that just so happened to have major parenting implications.

Updated Mar. 03, 2025
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Italian fruit vendor hijacks baby’s photoshoot—and the internet is obsessed

The vendor enthusiastically takes over, carefully arranging lemons around the baby, directing poses, and making sure the photos come out just right.

Updated Mar. 03, 2025
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4-year-old’s raw photo of postpartum mom perfectly captures new motherhood

In the now-viral image, Bailey sits holding her newborn, her hair in a messy bun, wearing a hoodie, sporting a look of pure postpartum bewilderment.

Updated Mar. 03, 2025
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Tennessee bill could set precedent in protecting pregnant workers’ health coverage

If passed, Tennessee would be the first state in the country to implement this type of protection.

Updated Mar. 03, 2025
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‘I miss my baby’—the viral video that has every mom crying in the Target parking lot

The moment in the parking lot was more than a sweet viral moment, it was one mom seeing her past in someone else’s present.

Updated Mar. 05, 2025
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“I’m not paying to attend a kid’s party”—mom’s viral take has parents fired up

“Let’s normalize having birthday celebrations within our budget instead of passing the cost onto other parents…"

Updated Mar. 06, 2025
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‘Telling my husband I’m pregnant after 5 years of infertility’—the viral video giving hope to so many

“I never ever ever thought I’d see the day where I got to call him into the bathroom after finding out the test was, finally, positive 🥺 … A dream come true."

Updated Mar. 05, 2025
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No one warns you how emotional it is to watch your best friend become a mom

“You start to bond on this different level… like you just get each other.”

Updated Mar. 03, 2025
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Dad learns he’s having twins—his reaction is an emotional rollercoaster

“Joy and fear consumed that man QUICKLY.”

Updated Mar. 04, 2025
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New research finds you probably have a ‘favorite’ child—here’s why that’s OK

Not because we love them more or less, but because we’re human.

Updated Feb. 27, 2025
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Couple breaks Guinness World Record for longest marriage—84 years, 13 kids, 50+ grandkids

What can today’s parents learn from a couple who raised an entire generation—without the conveniences (or pressures) of modern parenting?

Updated Feb. 27, 2025
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Mummy Pig is expecting baby no. 3—and fellow pregnant mom Kylie Kelce helped announce it

"Peppa says, 'She's an even bigger sister now, and I'm an even bigger mummy.' Kids will humble you."

Updated Feb. 27, 2025
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Daughter shares her exam results—her dad’s reaction brings the internet to tears

The video captures the instant she told her dad she had passed her college exams. And his reaction? Pure, unfiltered joy.

Updated Feb. 27, 2025
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Rihanna opens up about mom guilt: ‘Everything I love robs me from them’

“It’s actually given me a lot more self-guilt.”

Updated Feb. 26, 2025
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New survey: 45% of women face infertility after an eating disorder

For many women, pregnancy is both joyful and vulnerable. While often framed as a glowing experience, the reality is more nuanced.

Updated Mar. 26, 2025
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Former ‘Bachelor’ star reverses vasectomy after scheduling it without his wife’s input

"All of our kids are, like, the best age right now. And I just felt like, ‘Dang it, I think we could do this again.’"

Updated Feb. 26, 2025
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Measles outbreak: What parents need to know to keep their kids safe

Measles cases are surging and public health officials are urging parents to take precautions.

Updated May. 01, 2025
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