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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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What Joe Biden’s certification means for parents

Overnight, Biden was certified as the 46th President of the United States.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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Top baby names inspired by American geography

Looking for inspiration for your baby's name? You might want to look close to home.

Updated Feb. 15, 2022
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These are the beauty products + tips every mama will love in 2021

The pros narrowed down their favorites and we're taking notes!

Updated Jan. 07, 2021
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These clean moisturizers saved Allure Editor-in-Chief’s skin during pregnancy

Plus some of our favorite pregnancy-safe recs!

Updated Jan. 07, 2021
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These photos show the mess rioters left after Capitol insurrection

Looting and destruction did not stop democracy this week.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Rep. Nancy Mace says ‘motherly instinct’ prompted her to get kids out of DC before attack

"I was worried about what I was seeing and hearing," says South Carolina's Nancy Mace.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Democracy is a gift I want to give my children

I want to make America better for my children and for all kids who will bring these ideals forth into the future.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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25+ beautiful baby names inspired by famous writers

The fact is, everyone loves writers.

Updated Jul. 14, 2022
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And just like that, they’re not babies anymore

Just. Like. That.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Amazon now sells COVID tests—but read this before you ‘add to cart’

Here's what you need to know about the at-home COVID tests sold on Amazon.

Updated Jan. 06, 2021
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These are the photos you need to see from the mobbing of the U.S. Capitol

The Capitol was breached by an armed mob. This is what it looked like.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Parents are celebrating on social media after ‘Caillou’ gets canceled

PBS is saying goodbye and some parents are saying good riddance.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How to talk to your kids about the breach at the U.S. Capitol

"Think what our children watching television are thinking," says President-elect Joe Biden

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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In a democracy, losing well is just as important as winning

Even my 8-year-old knows it

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Whitney Port is talking about how her second miscarriage was different

"Last time, I don't think I was ready to have another child, and I had different feelings about the miscarriage."

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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The half-hour my toddler and I look forward to every week

We sing, dance and bond even more than I expected.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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You got a haircut, and now you look so old

Why do they have to look so grown up after a haircut?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Harry Potter actress Jessie Cave: My baby is COVID positive

Cave played Lavender Brown in the Harry Potter movies.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Meghan McCain is angry that not all women have paid maternity leave

"I was planning on coming back to the show for the election in six weeks after I gave birth and I was physically unable to."

Updated Jan. 12, 2022
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