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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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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Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
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Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
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Most toddler towers failed safety tests—here’s what parents need to know

New safety tests from Consumer Reports reveal a serious concern: most toddler towers on the market failed when it came to stability and entrapment risks.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
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Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 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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Swelling in pregnancy—why it happens and when to worry

Swelling, also called edema, in pregnancy is incredibly common—and usually not a cause for worry.

Updated Aug. 19, 2023
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Your postpartum recovery kit: Feel your best after a vaginal birth

Here’s what you need to know to have the best possible postpartum recovery

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Ask Motherly: My newborn cries whenever I’m not holding them—what do I do?

When you've got a 'velcro baby,' the struggle is so real.

Updated Dec. 20, 2022
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It’s 2022, but for American mothers, it’s still the 1950s

Once a woman in America becomes a mother, our society transports her back in time. In an instant, generations of sexist ideas and structures descend back upon her.

Updated Jan. 04, 2022
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Khloe Kardashian talks about the challenges of surrogacy amid wanting more kids

"I thought it would be a much easier process. And it's not. It's challenging for me."

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Bindi Irwin announces social media break to protect her mental health

The new mom to 12-week-old Grace says she needs "some time to focus on the happiness that is my family."

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Katy Perry shares video of Orlando Bloom serenading her in the delivery room

The pop star shared the never-before-seen video in a sweet Father's Day post dedicated to her fiancé.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Prime Day isn’t the only sale in town: Target Deal Days are here

We've got you covered with all the savings, mama.

Updated Jun. 21, 2021
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This mama reminds us that motherhood can be lonely, but we’re not alone

"I'll forever be grateful to this mama for helping me nourish my baby and helping me get through one of the hardest times of my life. "

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Meghan Markle celebrates ‘The Bench’ for showing ‘another side of masculinity’

The Duchess of Sussex hopes readers see her debut children's book as 'a love story.'

Updated Jun. 21, 2021
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World’s most premature baby, given 0% odds of survival, celebrates first birthday

Baby Richard weighed less than a pound when he was born 131 days premature.

Updated Jan. 23, 2023
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How to advocate for yourself at medical appointments

If you feel your voice isn't being heard or there is refusal to hear and answer your questions, it's time to get a new doctor.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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Are my pregnancy cravings normal? A dietician explains what you should know

Your cravings might be your body's way of telling you something.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022
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The best foods to support your postpartum recovery

We're breaking down your nutrition needs for those first few weeks postpartum.

Updated Apr. 19, 2023
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The moment you become a mother is self-discovery in its rawest form

No one really talks about the redefining moment that happens after you become a parent.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Planning an epidural? Here are 4 ways to have the best experience possible

Deciding to get an epidural isn’t the “easy way out.”

Updated Jan. 31, 2023
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10 things your labor and delivery nurse truly wants you to know

7. Your nurse isn’t afraid to be the bad guy

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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What’s the one must-have for a good birthplan? Flexibility

From epidurals to unlikely labor coaches, one mama shares everything you want to know about making a birth plan.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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