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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. 09, 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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State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Here’s what you need to know about the latest Rachel Hollis backlash

After activists called her out for her insensitivity toward her housekeeper in a viral video, former fans are distancing themselves from her self-improvement business.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade say their home will ‘never be a safe space for bigots’

The famous couple is opening up about parenting Black children and their daughter, Zaya, through her trans journey.

Updated Jun. 01, 2022
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TikTok is teaching me to re-parent myself

TikTok is teaching me many of the life skills that were never instilled in me, and I'm becoming a better parent because of that.

Updated Jul. 07, 2022
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William and Kate release new 10th wedding anniversary video + it’s absolutely stunning

This just-released video of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their children is a gorgeous Ralph Lauren ad come to life.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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To all my friends without kids: Thank you

Here's to all of the cool adults, our chosen family, who help make an impression on our children.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022
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I don’t want to be a super mom. I just want to be a mom

Here's the thing. I don't want to be a super mom. I want to leap off that pedestal, take off the crown, and hang-up my cape. I want to curl up into a fetal position in my bed and sleep for 14 straight hours.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This viral photo shows one genius father’s nap hack

Encouraging your kids' creative sides while also squeezing in a nap? We love this approach!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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A mom’s guide to pandemic-era job searching

Finding a job during the pandemic means adjusting your sails—and knowing your value.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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30+ Mother’s Day gifts for the women in your life (or you!)

These are sure to put a smile on any mama's face.

Updated Apr. 25, 2025
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14 eco-friendly & natural diapers we love

Because cloth isn't the only green way to diaper your baby.

Updated Jul. 27, 2022
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Are birth classes covered by insurance?

Here's how to find out if your birth class is covered by insurance or your HSA/FSA.

Updated Dec. 20, 2022
Birkenstock Dupes

Affordable Birkenstock dupes for the whole family

Get the look, style and comfort of Birkenstocks this summer without the price tag—no one will ever know they're not the real thing.

Updated Apr. 28, 2021
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A quarter of women say they’re financially worse off a year into the pandemic

Many mamas have had to quit their jobs in order to care for their children.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Dax Shepard reveals how he explained his relapse to his kids

Reminding us it's okay (and important) to include little kids in big conversations.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
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10 lies I believed about having boys before I had one of my own

Busting some #boy-mom myths.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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No, making your child wear a mask isn’t ‘child abuse’

If you see a child wearing a mask in public, please do not waste the time or resources of emergency services.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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When it comes to miscarriages, it’s time to stop telling women to ‘just try again’

A new paper suggests that miscarriages are poorly misunderstood—and the way medical professionals respond to them is part of the problem.

Updated Jan. 18, 2023
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30+ Mother’s Day gifts perfect for new moms and moms-to-be

Because there is nothing more special than a new mama's first Mother's Day.

Updated May. 01, 2025
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