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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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Child

Why you might want to reconsider saying ‘be careful’ to your children

Kids feel empowered when they are given a little freedom to test their physical limits.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Child, Parenting

Parenting

Yelling doesn’t work—5 tactics to try instead

5. Take time to reconnect.

Updated Sep. 28, 2022

Parenting, Child, Health & Wellness, Life, Mental Health, Teen, Toddler

Parenting

When can you sleep train a baby? There’s only one hard-and-fast rule, according to experts

A baby sleep consultant breaks down how old your baby should be before starting.

Updated Feb. 16, 2022

Parenting

Pink with her daughter and husband Carey Hart

Celebrity News

What Pink just shared about marriage + sex is what so many moms need to hear

Monogamy is work. But you do the work and it's good again.

Updated Aug. 27, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, Marriage & Partnerships, News, Relationships

C-Section

Mom delivers her own baby by C-section—and the pictures are simply amazing

"I just kept bringing her up to my face and looking at her, like, 'I just want you in my arms so much.'"

Updated Oct. 03, 2022

C-Section

Life

Nearly a third of millennial moms are having postpartum sex before they feel ready (and that’s not okay)

Whether you wait six weeks or six months, what's important is that you feel ready.

Updated Aug. 31, 2022

Life, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Covid

My 7-month-old caught COVID-19 at day care

Here's what I want you to know.

Updated Dec. 23, 2021

Covid, Baby, Baby Health, Child, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life, Parenting

Safety

This grieving mama has some important advice for other parents

Food accounts for over 50% of all choking accidents; this is what you need to know to prevent them.

Updated Sep. 26, 2022

Safety, Life, Miscarriage & Loss, News, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Nutrition

Life

Motherhood is the ultimate sacrifice

… and I wouldn't change it for the world.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

Life

To the new mamas, it won’t always be like this—it gets better

Go with your gut and be unapologetic for the choices you make.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

pregnant woman holding belly on sand dunes

Beauty & Style

Summer pregnancy survival guide: Tips to stay cool & comfy

If you're wondering how you'll make it through a long, hot summer while you're pregnant, we've got you covered.

Updated May. 20, 2022

Beauty & Style, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Megan Fox has the perfect response to kids who bully her son for wearing dresses

Fox says her oldest son, Noah, has been picked on online by "mean, awful people and cruel people."

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Celebrity News

Halsey’s new album art celebrates ‘pregnant and postpartum bodies’—and it’s a must-see

Halsey is using her new album cover to fight the stigma surrounding 'bodies and breastfeeding.'

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

collage of men lifting their pregnant partner's belly

Viral & Trending

Watch this genius comfort hack that relieves painful pressure for pregnant women

Pregnant-belly lifting hack is going viral on TikTok for a * very * good reason.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

Viral & Trending, Pregnancy

Safety

Consider these safety tips for kids when you’re at the beach this summer

From spotting a rip tide to applying sunscreen, here are a few things to think about as you head to the beach this summer.

Updated May. 12, 2023

Safety

Baby

This mama nails ALL the emotions of the newborn bubble

"You are allowed to say that it's a lot. It does not mean you are not grateful. It does not mean you do not love your child. It does not make you any less of an incredible mother. All it means is that you are human."

Updated Jan. 21, 2022

Baby, Life, Motherly Stories, Parenting