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Parenting

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
Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, News, Teen, Teen Activities
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News

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
News, Viral & Trending
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Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
Entertainment, News, Viral & Trending, What To Watch
Dr. Becky shares menu hack for school year
Viral & Trending

Dr. Becky has a helpful breakfast hack that will save your sanity on busy mornings

"Try it. It's magic"

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
Viral & Trending, News

Health & Wellness

Doctor saves kid from choking
Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting
Vaccines
Children's Health

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

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play

Updated Aug. 29, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health
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Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025
Baby Health, Baby, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News
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Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health
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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

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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Celebrity News

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
Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy
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Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025
Baby Names
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Pregnancy

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
Pregnancy
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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

News

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News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Breastfeeding, Parenting
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News

Mom of four shares the school drop-off truth every parent needs to hear

Pediatrician and mom Dr. Meghan Martin says parents should stress less about early milestones and focus on connection.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
Debby Ryan pregnancy
Celebrity News

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
Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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.
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News

A viral TikTok highlights the importance of teaching children “distress tolerance”

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Vaccines
Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Children's Health, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, News, Parenting

Parenting

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News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Breastfeeding, Parenting
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Parenting

Every parent in New Mexico just got free child care—here’s what changes on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting
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Safety

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. 10, 2025
Safety, Parenting, Toddler
Mom
Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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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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Toddler Nutrition

The scientific reason why your toddler only loves mac and cheese

(…or hotdogs or yogurt or chicken nuggets.)

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
Toddler Nutrition, Toddler
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Life

This 6-year-old honors Black women during Women’s History Month—and it’s truly inspiring

As March comes to a close, check out how one little girl is honoring notable Black women throughout history.

Updated Mar. 26, 2021
Life
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Women's Health

Are hysterectomies overused when it comes to treating postpartum bleeding?

Researchers say there's a less invasive, underused procedure that doctors should consider instead.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Life, Postpartum, Pregnancy
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Postpartum

Postpartum OCD may be more common among new moms than we realized

Experts say it's often driven by worries about things that may happen to their newborns.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Postpartum, Pregnancy
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Child

Pfizer begins study of COVID-19 vaccine in children

The trial will include children as young as six months, up through age 11.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022
Child, Children's Health, Covid, Health & Wellness, Life
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Life

10 foods to avoid during pregnancy (and why)

While you start increasing the amount of nourishing foods in your diet, you may also want to consider cutting some foods out.

Updated Nov. 15, 2022
Life
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Food

Why the Thermomix is the only kitchen appliance busy mamas need

There's not much the Thermomix can't do—it's basically a very powerful blender that also cooks and stirs.

Updated Dec. 07, 2022
Food, Life
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Viral & Trending

A viral Twitter thread exposed the horrific hate an Asian mother and daughter endured

This is both heartbreaking and infuriating.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
Viral & Trending, Life, News
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Toddler Learn & Play

The 9 best balance bikes for toddlers that make learning to ride a total breeze

Who needs pedals, anyway?

Updated Jun. 25, 2024
Toddler Learn & Play, Toddler Shopping Guides
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Life

Heads up, mamas: Disney+ prices are going up

Subscribers will see the increase starting with their next bills.

Updated Dec. 28, 2021
Life, News
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Shop

11 eco-friendly baby products you can feel good about

Baby products good for your family + the planet? We so love that.

Updated Mar. 26, 2021
Shop, Baby, Home & Food Shopping Guides, Parenting, registry-essentials-shopping-guides
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Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

10 surprising foods that support your milk supply

Pass the hummus, please.

Updated Apr. 25, 2023
Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips
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Viral & Trending

Viral TikTok showing cervical dilation reminds us just how amazing human bodies are

Drop everything and let this video blow your mind.

Updated Jan. 25, 2023
Viral & Trending, This Is Birth
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Career & Money

5 everyday habits of powerful working moms

Tips to make your work life easier, from powerful CEOs who just happen to be moms.

Updated Feb. 23, 2024
Career & Money
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Life

Alexandra Breckenridge says she felt “lied to” about water births

The Virgin River actor expected a serene experience with her son's water birth. It was anything but.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life, News
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Shop

10 product ideas that will make nursery and playroom spring cleaning a whole lot easier

It's that time of year again. Ready, set, organize!

Updated Mar. 25, 2021
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Celebrity News

George Clooney is passing on his love of pranks to his twins

"I really do enjoy teaching my children to do things that shock their mother."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Celebrity News, Life, News
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Birth Stories

This rockstar mama gave birth at 57

The New Hampshire woman was weightlifting until the day she went into labor!

Updated Jan. 26, 2022
Birth Stories, Birth, Pregnancy
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Miscarriage & Loss

New Zealand approves paid leave for parents following a pregnancy loss 👏👏

The new law applies to couples who lose a pregnancy at any point.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
Miscarriage & Loss, Getting Pregnant, Life, News, Parental Leave, Postpartum, Pregnancy
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Fertility Prep More

The ultimate guide to fertility treatment costs

Good news: Grants, scholarships and loans might be available to help you pay.

Updated Jun. 13, 2022
Fertility Prep More, Getting Pregnant, Infertility
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