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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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Every parent in New Mexico just got free child care—here’s what changes on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 10, 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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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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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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6 must-have products for the toddler who says ‘I can do it myself’

Fostering independence in your toddler = #parentinggoals.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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What your partner should know about the second trimester

Get ready for what most consider the most enjoyable trimester.

Updated Oct. 06, 2022
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Best Amazon Prime Day deals 2024—get ready to shop for your entire family

We'll continue updating as more deals pop up.

Updated Jul. 16, 2024
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7 times Gabrielle Union + Dwyane Wade were #parentgoals

They've made it clear they don't tolerate bigotry of any kind, and everyone can learn from their example.

Updated Jun. 18, 2021
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Anderson Cooper missed his son’s major milestone because he was at work

The CNN anchor says his ex "should have just lied" about witnessing their son's first steps to make him feel better

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Dads of preemies suffer from depression, too

As hospitals ramp up their efforts to treat postpartum depression in mothers, researchers say there's increasing evidence that dads need help, too.

Updated Jun. 01, 2022
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Moderna, Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines don’t lower sperm count, study says

Hopeful dads don't have to worry about the COVID vaccine impacting their fertility.

Updated Oct. 17, 2021
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How (and why) to talk to your kids about Juneteenth

Now is the perfect time to start teaching your kids about Juneteenth—and the history of race in the United States.

Updated Jun. 05, 2024
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How to keep your kids interested in learning this summer

Good news, mama: Avoiding the "summer slide" can be fun for everyone!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The Rock says having daughters taught him to be ‘more tender and gentle’

This is just one of a million reasons The Rock is the ultimate girl dad!

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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James Van Der Beek is every parent wondering if they’re ‘good enough’

He makes a solid point about how easily we get caught up in the "bigger picture" and miss out on the "right now."

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Bindi Irwin gets candid about breastfeeding: ‘It’s a learning curve’

The new mom to 11-week-old baby Grace Warrior talks about being supportive no matter how mamas choose to feed their babies.

Updated Apr. 15, 2022
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Watch men become fathers in our emotional *grab the tissues* Father’s Day tribute

This intimate compilation video is "for the men reborn alongside us".

Updated Mar. 02, 2022
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Want to keep sand out of your car? Try this beach hack

Let's be real, mama, no one wants to be vacuuming sand out of the car all summer.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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To the mama embracing her grays: You’re not alone

The pandemic has more women than ever transitioning to gray hair.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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