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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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Celebrity News

Why Megan Fox & Brian Austin Green let son pick his own clothes—including dresses

And experts agree: Play is play.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Celebrity News

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

"New realities of adventuring!"

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

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

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