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Toddler Learn & Play

Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Toddler Learn & Play, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler

Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Child Sleep

Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Child Sleep, Toddler Sleep

News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Motherly

10 postpartum habits that protect your mental health

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Fourth Trimester, Mental Health, Postpartum

Children's Health

Phrases to try when your child is struggling with milestones (8 that connect)

When progress feels slow, words can increase a child’s stress or their courage. 8 phrases lower pressure, build trust, and keep learning on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Children's Health, Mental Health

Motherly

7 signs your tween is asking for independence and how to honor it

Tweens crave room to try, stumble and grow. Here are clear signs your tween is asking for some independence, they are ready for more say in their life.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Children's Health, Teen, Teen Issues, Tweens

Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Taking care of each other isn't just charity. It's how we build power.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Health & Wellness

Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Teen Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting, Teen

Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Willa’s ‘You’re pregnant?’ and Ada’s ‘With who?’ make Thomas Rhett’s baby news utterly priceless.”

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Physiological Changes During Pregnancy Based on Oura Data

News

Your body knows first: What Oura’s massive pregnancy study reveals about the science of intuition

Every pregnant person has felt it: that sudden wave of exhaustion, a racing heartbeat while climbing the stairs, or sleep that feels both deeper and lighter.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

5 financial truths every mom should know before maternity leave

Maternity leave math is confusing, even when you have benefits. Here's facts that matter most and simple steps to take so your paycheck, premiums, and plans stay on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Pregnancy, Second Trimester

Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Kieran Culkin once wasn’t sure about having kids — now he and Jazz Charton are celebrating their third

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Megan Fox admits she hasn’t slept in 7 months—and it’s sparking a real conversation about postpartum recovery

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Postpartum

Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 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.

Kendra Austin’s viral clip about hanging out without spending a dime

News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Postpartum

Reese Witherspoon opens up about postpartum depression—and why honesty still matters

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Postpartum, Celebrity News, News

Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

The “no-buy / low-spend hang” trend is sweeping TikTok, proving that connection matters more than cash—and moms everywhere are taking notes.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

9 supportive rituals that make adoption feel celebrated

Your family’s story deserves to be honored. Simple, repeatable rituals help you mark milestones, nurture connection and keep your child’s identity at the center.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, Adopt & Foster & Surrogacy, Adoption

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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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‘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

Shop

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

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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

16 slip-on shoes for busy mamas this summer

Because when you're trying to get out the door with kids, tying your own laces takes way too much time.

Updated Apr. 02, 2024

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

This Is Birth

These viral TikToks show exactly what goes down AFTER vaginal birth

These educational videos take the mystery out of the first moments after childbirth.

Updated Jan. 25, 2023

This Is Birth

Toddler Nutrition

15 TikTok food hacks that’ll win over snacktime

A hack for getting my kid to eat the end piece of bread? Yes, please!

Updated Feb. 08, 2022

Toddler Nutrition, Food, Life, Nourish, Parenting, Toddler

Baby Names

60+ Virgo zodiac baby names for August & September babies

Those born under the Virgo sign are hardworking, kind and loyal.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024

Baby Names, Pregnancy

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Entertainment

Discover how cool science is with Ada Twist, Scientist

We're getting our first look at the new Netflix series, based on the popular children's book.

Updated Jul. 23, 2021

Entertainment, Life

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Entertainment

This former CIA operative is raising the ultimate ‘spy kids’ family🕵️‍♀️

Christina and Ryan Hillsberg are raising their five children with lessons learned from their time at the CIA.

Updated Jul. 23, 2021

Entertainment, Life

Life

Meet the mom + refugee track star competing at her second Olympics

Since competing for the Refugee Olympic Team at Rio in 2016, Anjelina Nadai Lohalith became a mother. Now, she's ready for another chance to compete on the world's biggest stage.

Updated Jan. 04, 2022

Life, News