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This nutritionist couldn’t find clean supplements for her neurodivergent son, so she made her own

How one nutritionist's kitchen experiments became a mission to help other parents.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025

Our Partners, Back To School

Health & Wellness

Butter recall issued after allergen warning—what parents need to know

Bunge North America has voluntarily recalled more than 64,000 pounds of its NH European Style Butter Blend after discovering the product contained an undeclared milk allergen

Updated Aug. 04, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting

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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

We found the best wearable breast pumps so you can pump hands-free (and most are on sale this week!)

Moms and experts weigh in on their faves.

Updated Aug. 04, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Baby Feeding Tips

Baby

A 30-year-old embryo just became a newborn—and his big sister is already a mom

This is a story where time folds in on itself: a child conceived in one century, born in another, sharing DNA with a sister who now tucks her own children into bed.

Updated Aug. 01, 2025

Baby, Birth, Parenting

Health & Wellness

Butter recall issued after allergen warning—what parents need to know

Updated Aug. 04, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting

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Women's Health

New at-home lab test gives postpartum mothers real answers—before the six-week checkup

“We test hundreds of biomarkers during pregnancy. Then we test nothing.”

Updated Aug. 01, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

News

Midwives could cut maternal deaths nearly in half—this new data shows what’s standing in the way

In 2021, the U.S. maternal mortality rate hit 32.9 deaths per 100,000 live births, according to the CDC.

Updated Jul. 08, 2025

News, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Parenting

How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025

Parenting, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Updated Jul. 11, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health

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Health & Wellness

“I just remember crying”: JWoww shares the airport moment with her son that changed everything

"We were sitting in TSA, and he decided he didn’t like that. He ripped my glasses off, broke them, and head-butted me."

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Celebrity News, Mental Health, News

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, News

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Pregnancy

French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

Pregnancy, Fertility Prep More, Getting Pregnant, Journey

Parenting

Dad turns rent day into a lesson for his 6-year-old—and parents can’t agree if it’s genius or too much

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

The toddler party problem no one talks about—and one mom’s brilliant fix

When she invited guests to an 8 a.m. birthday breakfast, she wasn’t sure how it would land. But the idea quickly went viral on Instagram.

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

News

Popular sugar cookies sold at Target recalled in 20 states for wood contamination

Target’s Favorite Day Bakery Frosted Sugar Cookies have been voluntarily recalled due to possible wood contamination.

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

News, Baby, Baby Health, Parenting, Safety

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!

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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.

News

The best states to have a baby in 2025 (and the 10 that need to do better)

Updated Aug. 06, 2025

News, Birth, Parenting

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News

This popular energy drink may accidentally contain alcohol—what parents need to know

Updated Aug. 01, 2025

News

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Celebrity News

Hailey Bieber just shared her pregnancy must-haves and they’re actually affordable

Updated Aug. 01, 2025

Celebrity News, Postpartum Products

Parenting

Dad turns rent day into a lesson for his 6-year-old—and parents can’t agree if it’s genius or too much

A dad calmly asks his daughter for $3 in rent and $1 for utilities, setting the stage for a monthly tradition that’s part parenting lesson, part playful game.

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

The toddler party problem no one talks about—and one mom’s brilliant fix

When she invited guests to an 8 a.m. birthday breakfast, she wasn’t sure how it would land. But the idea quickly went viral on Instagram.

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

News

Popular sugar cookies sold at Target recalled in 20 states for wood contamination

Target’s Favorite Day Bakery Frosted Sugar Cookies have been voluntarily recalled due to possible wood contamination.

Updated Aug. 07, 2025

News, Baby, Baby Health, Parenting, Safety

Parenting

Crowd erupts as baby’s first steps steal the show at WNBA game

One little girl in a pink bow crawled out to an early lead. Cameras zoomed in. Parents cheered from across the court. But then, she paused. Wobbled. And… stood up.

Updated Aug. 06, 2025

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, Child Milestones

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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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This is the Meghan Markle t-shirt everyone is talking about

The Duchess of Sussex made a cameo in her husband's new docuseries trailer wearing a chic "Raising the Future" shirt.

Updated May. 19, 2021

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Life

Glennon Doyle’s quotes on being a mother will speak directly to your soul

You might have a hard time getting through these without crying.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

Baby Names

50+ baby names for your little companions born during Gemini season

An air sign, Geminis are compassionate, expressive, and curious little beings.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Baby Names, Pregnancy

News

There’s a new push to help mothers get involved in politics

Too often, the cost of childcare prices women out of campaigning for election.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

News, Parenting

Life

She beat cancer + COVID. Now, this mom of 3 is gearing up for her 5th Olympics

Chaunté Lowe is a four-time Olympian who says being a mother made her a stronger competitor.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life, News

Child Shopping Guide

The 11 best bikes for your two-wheeling kiddo

If they're ready to cruise with the big kids, these are the rides to consider!

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Life

The 2021 Webby Awards: Podcast: Features: Best Individual Episode

Kristen Bell gives us the motherhood advice we all need to hear.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life, News

Life

The 2021 Webby Awards: Podcast: Individual Episode: Diversity & Inclusion

Caterina Scorsone speaks about Down Syndrome and why it is all about difference, and not disability.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life, News

Life

45 gem + crystal-inspired baby names for your precious one

Gemstones and crystals are having A Moment, and these are the perfect, precious baby names.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

Toddler Milestones

Have a toddler who won’t sit on the potty? This is the hack you need.

Turns out the key to potty training might be keeping those little feet busy.

Updated Oct. 15, 2024

Toddler Milestones

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Toddler Shopping Guides

12 Montessori-inspired outdoor toys to encourage open-ended play outside

Educational and open-ended toys for outdoor summer learning and fun.

Updated Jun. 17, 2025

Toddler Shopping Guides, Child Shopping Guide

Parenting

6 tips to get kids excited about gardening, the Montessori way

Gardening is a great outdoor activity for kids—here's how to make the most of it, according to a Montessori expert.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Parenting

Beauty

This under-the-radar skin care tool leaves you glowing

We've tried it. It works.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Beauty, Beauty & Style, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Life

Child

The powerful way to help your child feel loved—especially when life gets busy

Here's a practice you can adopt to help you shine your love in a way that makes it land right in your child's heart.

Updated May. 18, 2021

Child, Parenting

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Motherhood Understood

Stephanie on her ectopic pregnancy, IVF and experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety

They didn’t tell me I was at an even higher risk for depression and anxiety whenever there was a hormone change in my body. That loss changed everything for me.

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherhood Understood