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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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The best 4th of July sales to shop this holiday week

Kid's clothes, baby gear and of course a few for mama, too!

Updated Jun. 30, 2025
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17 must-know tips to survive your first 4th of July with a baby

A 4th of July survival guide by moms, for moms.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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The gentle parenting trick one mom used to teach self love

“Whenever me or my siblings would ever say anything negative about ourselves…my mom would look at us and be like, ‘Don’t speak about my daughter like that.'”

Updated Jun. 27, 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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A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Facing a high-risk pregnancy? Here’s what three experts want every mom to know

By Jane Purser, DNP FNP-C; Becca Hamilton, LPC, PMH-C; and Dr. Margaret Archer, PT, DPT

Updated Jun. 24, 2025
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Mom and dad talk behind their toddler’s back—her reaction is unforgettable

What they’re doing is part of a growing parenting trend known as “positive gossip”—speaking praise about your child as if they’re not listening, even though they definitely are.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Evenflo car seat recall affects over 36,000 Titan 65 units—what parents need to know

The recall affects Evenflo Titan 65 car seats with model number 3712198, manufactured between March 17, 2025 and May 1, 2025.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Dad’s $61k “salary” shows just how undervalued parenting still is

The Father’s Day Index makes a critical point: if a caregiving parent were to suddenly be absent, the cost of replacing their labor is steep.

Updated Jun. 23, 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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This one is for all the mothers

I see you.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The pandemic forced 1 of us to stay home with our kid—we chose my husband

The role changes have made for a big transition.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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I’m a fat mom. This is how I talk to my daughters about fatness.

As the mother of two girls, it's important to me that my partner and I don't contribute to harmful fat-phobia within our own home.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
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More parents are reluctant to give the cancer-fighting HPV vaccine to their kids

Researchers believe parents just aren't aware of the benefits of the vaccine.

Updated Mar. 09, 2023
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Kristen Wiig admits she worries that her babies will forget her while she’s at work

"It's really hard because I'm always convinced they're going to forget who I am if I'm gone for a day."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Bumble’s CEO made history this week—and she did it with her baby on her hip

Whitney Wolfe Herd is the youngest CEO to take a company public. She's also a mom who held her son while ringing that historic Nasdaq opening bell.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Your first grader could be vaccinated against COVID-19 by September

Dr. Fauci predicts we could have an authorized vaccine for kids as young as first graders by the fall.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These powerful birth photos capture the beauty and strength of mothers

The International Association of Professional Birth Photographers announced its contest winners—and the photos are stunning.

Updated Jan. 19, 2023
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How to make a house a home, from a military spouse

We move a lot. I'm learning how to make each new house feel like a home for my kids.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Mila Kunis joked about wanting to “get away” from her kids during the pandemic—and we so get it

"I was literally like, 'I don't care. I need to get out of this house!'"

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These 21 potty training tweets make me feel seen

It's good to know I'm not alone.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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Parents can’t attend evening meetings and this viral tweet thread nails why

No, meetings after 5 p.m. should not be a thing we do.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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These celebrity moms are getting real about the challenges of motherhood

By opening up about mom-shaming, co-parenting, childbirth and more, these moms are proving that the challenges of motherhood are universal.

Updated Feb. 10, 2021
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Senator Duckworth just introduced a new bill to help your family afford diapers

One in three families in America struggle with the high cost of diapers.

Updated Dec. 28, 2021
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