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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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Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton

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
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
nightowl family routine

Mom films midnight bedtime routine—what viewers say next sparks a parenting firestorm

Emily’s video struck a chord because it made parents reflect on their own evenings. Some saw a relatable slice of life; others saw red flags.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Kid reacts to teacher's email to his parents

A teacher sends an unexpected email—what a family reads aloud brings everyone to tears

When a simple email from Wyatt’s teacher landed in the inbox, the family paused, smiled, and teared up

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
twins playing on the mud

Polar-opposite twins meet a puddle and parents can’t stop laughing

We all come into the world with innate differences in how we process the environment. For twins, those contrasts can feel especially stark.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Pet reveal

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 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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A mother holding her 33-pound baby in a TikTok video

Meet the 33-pound baby who has the NFL’s attention

At a remarkably cozy 33 pounds, this Texas tot has not only captured the attention of over 10 million viewers but also caught the eye of the Detroit Lions.

Updated Jan. 22, 2025
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Why Moms Are Calling This High Chair + Toddler Tower a Parenting Game-Changer

The All-in-One High Chair and Toddler Tower That Simplifies Mealtime and More

Updated Jan. 23, 2025
TikTok mom shares heartwarming pregnancy annoucement with twin sister

After infertility, twin’s tearful pregnancy reaction sparks viral joy

“POV: My favorite animal is my sister when she finds out I’m pregnant.”

Updated Jan. 22, 2025
Baby shower gift basket ideas

Skip the onesies: Here’s what to put in a baby shower gift basket instead

The best gift baskets are the ones that make a new parent's life just a little bit easier when they're deep in the trenches of newborn life.

Updated Jan. 22, 2025
A TikTok mom holding her sleeping baby

The Costco conversation that left a mom in tears—and a lesson we all need to hear

“I’d give anything to go back to that for a day.”

Updated Jan. 22, 2025
Kidney donation: A man in a hospital bed giving a thumbs up

Dad donates kidney to save a little girl after losing his own daughter

“I donated a kidney because a kind stranger donated one to my daughter.”

Updated Jan. 22, 2025
Unpaid work: A tired mom leaning on a large pile of laundry

How much is a mother’s work worth? $140,315, study shows

The figure reflects the multi-hyphenate role moms play daily: caregiver, chef, teacher, chauffeur, nurse, household manager, and so much more.

Updated Jan. 21, 2025
This is an image of a mom breastfeeding. Alabama: Breastfeeding moms exempt from jury duty.

Alabama exempts breastfeeding mothers from jury duty—a win for moms everywhere

This ruling shows that change is possible when women speak up—and when systems listen.

Updated Jan. 21, 2025
Pearl Milling Company pancake recall: An image of a Pearl Milling pancake mix box

Milk allergen risk prompts pancake mix recall—how to keep your family safe

We know how stressful it can be to worry about hidden allergens in your pantry. Here’s what you need to know to protect your family.

Updated Feb. 26, 2025
TikTok: A mom taking about how her son loves a $2 toy instead of his Christmas gift

Mom’s viral video reveals son loves $2 toy more than Christmas gift—and every parent can relate

"I just spent 45 minutes looking for this rubber dinosaur from a two-dollar bath bomb because you would have thought it held all the secrets to our family."

Updated Jan. 21, 2025
Postpartum depression: An image of a mother cradling her newborn

Postpartum depression left me isolated—here’s how I built a village for moms

Becoming a mother stripped me bare. My body took a beating from growing a human. It took another beating bringing that beautiful human into the world.

Updated Jan. 21, 2025
Reddit: Two kids at their first playdate

Viral Reddit: “I just asked another parent for a play date, and it feels worse than dating.”

“My super social 4-year-old has been asking to hang out with her friend from daycare, so I finally bit the bullet and texted her mom. This is more stressful than dating ever was 🫠 does it get easier?”

Updated Jan. 17, 2025
Reddit AITA: An image of a woman looking at her phone with worry

Teen vacation or invoice surprise? Why we need to talk about family trip etiquette

In a viral Reddit AITA post, a mother shared her confusion about receiving a detailed bill post-vacation.

Updated Jan. 17, 2025
U.S. Rep. Brittany Pettersen

Why pregnant lawmakers deserve remote voting

Congress already proved it can make exceptions when it wants to. During COVID, remote voting worked just fine.

Updated Jan. 17, 2025
A young woman with cancer

Why young women are almost twice as likely to be diagnosed with cancer as young men

Young women under 50 are 82% more likely to be diagnosed with cancer than their male peers.

Updated Jan. 17, 2025
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