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Doorbell camera catches first-time dad hilariously panicking before heading to the hospital

In his defense, he had just taken melatonin an hour before his wife's water broke in the middle of the night.

Christian dad’s ‘Modest is Hottest’ song about daughter’s clothing sparks backlash

Matthew West's song "Modest is Hottest" might be satire, but parents are saying it's still problematic.

Britney Spears testifies that her dad won’t let her remove her IUD to have more children

"I deserve to have the same rights as anybody does, by having a child, a family, any of those things, and more so."

Motherly created the woman-centered digital classes mamas need

Pregnancy Wellness, The Motherly Birth Class and Postpartum Wellness are 100% digital, so you can complete the classes at your own pace.

This baby shower gag gift made us do a double take

Honestly, I'm kind of surprised this product doesn't already exist.

Kate Hudson’s daughter singing her ABC’s with conviction is the toddler energy I need right now

Grandma Goldie Hawn wrote on Hudson's Instagram, "I have no words only inordinate amounts of LOVE."

To the mamas who are ‘touched out’—I see you

If you've ever felt like you couldn't take one more minute of physical contact—even from the people you love most—this one's for you.

U.S. birth rate sees biggest fall in nearly 50 years

Some are blaming the pandemic baby bust—but there's more at play here.

Yes, you’ll still need to wear a postpartum diaper after a C-section

Postpartum bleeding, or lochia, happens no matter how you gave birth.

7 easy frozen desserts + drinks to help you cool off this summer

These frozen treats will keep you refreshed all summer long.

This viral photo of the cervical dilation process is incredibly eye-opening

We shouldn't minimize how far mothers' bodies are pushed.

The best noise-cancelling headphones to protect baby’s hearing

From fireworks to vacuum cleaners, these will keep little ones safe, happy (and maybe even asleep!)

It’s science: The glucose test is safe for pregnant women—but there are alternatives if you want them

We break down the science behind the myth.

Your baby is listening to you, mama. Even in the womb.

The words you say are registering with your child, maybe even before he has a name and is crying out for you.

9 things to do in baby’s first 24 hours to boost breastfeeding success

These expert lactation tips can help boost milk supply and jumpstart the breastfeeding process.

I didn’t know what to register for, but this baby registry checklist made it simple

Plus, tips for making the registry process stress-free and fun.

5 amazing things your baby is doing in your third trimester

Here are 5 things your astonishing little baby is up to during the 3rd trimester.

Kelly and Callie of Slumberkins on Talking to Kids About Difficult Emotions

Mom warns parents after 5-year-old daughter was bitten by a venomous snake

Her daughter is still in a pediatric ICU after suffering from three rattlesnake bites while she was playing outside.

Mom who gave birth at Miami airport gives baby the perfect name

The mom was scheduled to make a connecting flight, but had a bit of a delay.