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California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025
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Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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Beyond ‘gentle’: How today’s parents are blending parenting styles—and breaking cycles

Modern parents aren’t following just one style anymore. From cycle-breaking to gentle parenting, they’re blending approaches

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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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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Chrissy Teigen says Meghan Markle reached out to her after the loss of her son Jack

She also talks about what Meghan Markle is really like in real life.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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There’s a new push to ban the sale of crib bumpers

What you need to know to keep your baby safe, mama.

Updated Apr. 21, 2021
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The one recipe I actually inherited from my mom: the sick kid meal

We tend to turn to the same foods to serve our sick kids as our own parents did.

Updated Dec. 16, 2021
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President Biden spoke to George Floyd’s daughter following yesterday’s guilty verdict

"Daddy did change the world," Biden told Gianna Floyd.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Omsom’s spice packs saved my dinner routine—and possibly my marriage

Salt and pepper was the extent of my food seasoning—and it was kind of a problem.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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15 great children’s books about the environment to read for Earth Day

Help your little ones save the planet this Earth Day.

Updated Apr. 22, 2025
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Kids can get free meals through next school year

The United States Department of Agriculture has extended its universal free lunch program through the 2021-2022 school year.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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If we want to end racial disparities for moms and babies, we need to invest in our children—today

Women and children are dying needlessly. If we want to save lives in the future, we need to act now.

Updated Mar. 23, 2022
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5 lies I believed about weaning before I stopped breastfeeding

Weaning your baby from breastfeeding is a whole new emotional roller coaster.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022
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Here’s why most Americans think their mama is “the cool mom”

We all think our mama is a "cool mom"—and we're all right.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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11 kids’ books written by musicians that may surprise you

From Lil Nas X to Guns N' Roses, these singers are writing books with their littlest audience in mind.

Updated Apr. 20, 2021
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Eva Mendes’s favorite parenting advice sparks conversation about spanking

Parents are weighing in on the controversial punishment after Mendes made it clear that she's an anti-spanking mama.

Updated Oct. 02, 2022
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Here’s how I care for my kids’ hearts and minds as a Black mom

Talk with them, not at them. Make this a conversation they want to participate in—and further it with everyone in their lives as they grow.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 powerful ways young kids can take action against racism

Help young kids feel their own power with these simple actions

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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We love this daughter’s spot-on impression of her WFH mama

Our kids are watching us. And they're learning that we are masters of multitasking.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Experts say these will be the must-have toys for summer

While an old-fashioned sprinkler is hard to beat, these must-have toys will keep your children entertained all summer long.

Updated Apr. 24, 2025
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