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Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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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
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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. 25, 2025
Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
Kicks

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025
Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Amazon recalls

Thousands of baby and kids’ items sold on Amazon recalled—here’s what parents need to know

Amazon and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a wave of recalls affecting thousands of baby and kids’ products.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Tween's drama

Parents call it ‘tween drama’—but experts say it could be something else entirely

Drama is often something deeper: an overwhelmed nervous system that needs support, not punishment.

Updated Sep. 25, 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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Eva Mendes gets a colorful makeover, courtesy of her kids

The mother of two isn't afraid to laugh at herself. "I guess, when in doubt, be their canvas," she says.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Secondhand smoke is sending kids to the ER, says new study

Pediatric tobacco smoke exposure increases health care visits and cost.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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A letter to my dry shampoo—a pandemic love story ❤️

Relationship status: it's complicated.

Updated Mar. 31, 2021
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Montessori-based ideas for creating a special needs play space

4 tips for creating an inclusive and supportive play environment for your child.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Parents are skipping car seats when using Uber, Lyft

A national survey found that half of parents don't use child safety seats in ride-sharing services with their kids.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
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The pandemic set back gender parity by an entire generation

U.S. women won't reach pay equity with men for at least 60 years, says the World Economic Forum

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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Trans Day of Visibility offers families a chance to stand in solidarity with loved ones

With a wave of anti-trans laws being enacted across the country, parents know that visibility is not enough to protect their trans children.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
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After a 15-hour labor while wearing a mask, Camilla Luddington says she felt “claustrophobic”

The "Grey's Anatomy" actress said she feels a bond with other mothers who had similar experiences.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022
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These 6 pregnancy complications could raise your risk for heart disease later in life

The American Heart Association wants more heart health screenings as part of postpartum care.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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Pfizer says its Covid-19 vaccine is 100% effective for kids in this age group

The company is hoping to have vaccines for some children ready in time for the new school year.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022
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10 adaptive and sensory-friendly kids clothing brands that don’t sacrifice style

No itchy tags, seams or squeezy elastic in the bunch.

Updated Mar. 31, 2021
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5 things my toddler’s tantrums taught me about the business world

Neither businesses nor babies come with instructions—and that's okay.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Start conversations around race & cultural understanding with these 10 books

It's never too early to introduce your child to the topic of race, discrimination and cultural understanding.

Updated Mar. 30, 2021
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20 Amazon finds that keep your bathroom neat and tidy (yes, even when kids use it)

This year, clean up your bathroom messes with the prettiest organizational products.

Updated Jan. 02, 2025
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Lea Michele gets real about her pregnancy: “It was the lowest I’ve been in my entire life”

It just goes to show: You never know how anyone's path to parenthood truly unfolded.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Why Ellie Goulding waited until her last trimester to announce her pregnancy

The singer is so close to becoming a mama — and here's why she decided to keep her exciting news to herself for most of her pregnancy.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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29 Mother’s Day gifts for grandma that aren’t flowers

These thoughtful gifts will last a whole lot longer!

Updated Apr. 08, 2025
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