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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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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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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
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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
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Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 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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I want less for my children

I miss simple. I miss pure, innocent, naive and sheltered.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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50 cute names for baby girls that start with “K”

Whether your girl is kooky, kind, kitschy, or keen, we have a K baby name for her!

Updated Sep. 13, 2022
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Urinary incontinence after birth? Here’s what you need to know, mama

At least one in three new moms experiences postpartum urinary incontinence.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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We shouldn’t force teachers to choose between their classrooms and their kids

Policies around childcare are broken. Here's how we can fix them.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Irregular periods may be a COVID-19 vaccine side effect

While the vaccines are safe, a group of women researchers are trying to learn more about their effect on menstrual cycles.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
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Are your favorite baby names going out of style in 2021?

According to new data, old-fashioned names are in, but probably not the ones you're thinking.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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Why you might want to pay more attention to your child’s snoring

Recent research links chronic snoring with structural brain changes in children. Here's what you need to know, mama.

Updated Sep. 16, 2024
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5 handmade Mother’s Day gifts for kids to make

These easy crafts for kids are sure to make Mother's Day sweet.

Updated Apr. 07, 2022
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The 7 essential baby bottles for every family feeding routine

Your go-to guide for the perfect bottle.

Updated Feb. 25, 2025
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Our Top Off-Registry Baby Shower Gifts, According to Mamas

Everything you need except diapers.

Updated Feb. 25, 2025
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I learned to ask for what I needed at work—and ended up being hired while in labor

Pregnant with baby #2, Facebook offered her a job hours before she gave birth.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022
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You don’t need to apologize for the body that helped you survive a pandemic

Swimsuits, tank tops, shorts—this summer we're going to wear it all without shame or fear.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
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Kara Keough Bosworth shares moving side-by-side photos of her late son and newborn baby

The former "Housewives of Orange County'" star gave birth to a baby boy almost a year after losing her newborn son.

Updated Jan. 10, 2022
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Watch this fearless 4th grader speak up for trans kids over Texas’ latest anti-trans bill

State lawmakers are considering legislation that would redefine child abuse to include parents who consent to hormone therapy and puberty blockers for their transgender kids.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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Shay Mitchell offers advice to moms dealing with prenatal depression: ‘don’t be afraid to talk about it’

"It's something I didn't know was a thing: I heard so much about postpartum depression but I never knew about [depression during pregnancy]."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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35 eco-friendly & sustainable swaps for products you use every day

Every little change makes a huge difference over time.

Updated Mar. 26, 2025
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How to handle job search anxiety, according to a career coach

Job hunting? Stressed? Here's how to manage the big emotions that come along with unemployment.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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