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New poll reveals how little freedom kids have today—and why experts say it’s hurting them

Digital devices are deeply embedded in modern childhood, and the Harris Poll shows just how much they shape kids’ daily lives.

Updated Sep. 02, 2025
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Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025
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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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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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This little girl’s bedtime clapback proves kids always have the last word

“Kids always know exactly how to cut you down at bedtime 😂.”

Updated Sep. 04, 2025
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This viral blankie story proves kids know exactly what they need to feel safe

When the youngest gets attention, the oldest often steps in with their own showstopper act.

Updated Sep. 04, 2025
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 $1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

The comparison has struck a nerve and sparked conversations about what kind of daycare system parents deserve.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025
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Parents say they’ll go into debt to help kids fit in—here’s how to navigate back-to-school pressure

Parents of K–12 and college students plan to spend an average of $741 this year—$200 more than last year.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025
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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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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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Katy Perry gets candid about going back to work as a new mom

"Women are the most powerful beings on the planet."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The strange science behind phantom baby kicks

They are more common than you might think.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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COVID-19 is making it harder for parents to find dental care for kids

1 in 3 parents say COVID-19 has made it more difficult to book appointments for their kids, according to a new study.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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‘I’m done’: Mom’s viral post nails the struggle of every remote learning family

"We've thanked everyone from healthcare workers to grocery store employees but we haven't thanked the kids enough for bearing the burden of what we've put on their shoulders this year."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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