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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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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
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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
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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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Why a little boy’s garbage truck birthday shows the power of raising kids to value every job

When a toddler's birthday wish is a garbage truck, it's more than a cute moment—it's a lesson in empathy, connection, and the value of every job.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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New CDC data shows nearly 1 in 3 U.S. teens have prediabetes—what parents need to know

This finding doesn’t mean these kids are sick, and it doesn’t mean their future is already decided.

Updated Aug. 15, 2025
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The number of working moms with young kids just hit a 3-year low — here’s why

Child care costs, rigid schedules, and shrinking flexibility are forcing many to ask: how long can I really keep this going?

Updated Aug. 15, 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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The medical community does not listen to women—and it’s killing us

We don't need to teach women how to talk. We need to teach medical providers how to listen.

Updated Sep. 01, 2022
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35 Pisces-inspired baby names for your little fish

The best names for a dreamy, artistic Pisces.

Updated Feb. 05, 2024
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Here’s how you can help Texans affected by the winter weather emergency

Even if you're nowhere near the Lone Star State, you can help residents who are in crisis.

Updated Feb. 19, 2021
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Pfizer is launching a COVID-19 vaccine trial for pregnant women

t's the first clinical trial to involve expectant mothers and it's already underway.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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Texas parents are literally burning cribs + wooden toys to keep their kids warm

Across the state, parents are taking extreme measures to keep their kids safe.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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8 lies I believed about what parenting in a pandemic would be like—until we all lived it

#2: That I would be ready to send my kids back to school when it became a possibility.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Kim Kardashian & Kanye West are divorcing after six years of marriage

The end of their marriage doesn't mean the end of their family.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
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Dear self, it’s ok to feel like motherhood is full of contradictions

I've never been more broken, and yet never been more complete.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Stop telling women how and what they share about their pregnancies

It happened again with Meghan Markle's pregnancy announcement, and it needs to stop.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These 19 photos show the scary reality many Texans are living through right now

Power outages, frigid temperatures and now warnings about contaminated water supplies.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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8 lies I believed about the terrible twos because everyone said they were the worst

That it's a stage parents should dread.

Updated Aug. 31, 2022
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This powerful photo of a breastfeeding ICU nurse in PPE reminds us how essential working moms really are

ICU nurse Mandi Tuhro snapped this photo of herself during a much-needed break.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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35+ royally-inspired baby names for your little majesty

For the littlest kings and queens.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The 10 best math toys for your preschooler

The best way to teach young ones math is to make it come to life.

Updated Dec. 19, 2023
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11 best baby monitors to give you peace of mind

From high tech to the most basic models, these are the monitors worth checking out.

Updated Nov. 13, 2024
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