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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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One preschooler’s wild graduation dream is sparking joy for millions

"Dream big, baby girl. In other news, might be time to turn off the @wickedmovie at home."

Updated Jul. 03, 2025

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Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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What a new study suggests about pregnancy diet and type 1 diabetes—and why it’s not about being perfect

It’s not about being perfect. It’s about having the tools to make informed choices.

Updated Jul. 04, 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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Going on a cruise this summer? 7 safety tips every parent should know before setting sail

The best time to talk about cruise rules? Before the ocean is involved.

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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How to talk to your kids about the floods in Texas

"The other thing that parents can do is talk about their own feelings in a calm and appropriate way.”

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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Mom checks baby monitor—and sees a crib moment she’ll never forget

Arlia climbs into the crib, settles in beside her seven-month-old sister, and instinctively pulls a small blanket over them both.

Updated Jul. 07, 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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10 tips to try to get your baby to sleep soundly

A sleep consultant shares her best secrets.

Updated Apr. 21, 2022
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It was women who protected the electoral votes during the Capitol riot

Make sure you never forget the courage they both have.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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6 lies I believed about twins before I had my own​

You actually don't need two of everything.

Updated Sep. 13, 2022
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What if we just ditched body-shaming in 2021?

What would happen if instead of participating in January's "new year, new you" rhetoric we resolved to let go of all of it?

Updated Dec. 16, 2021
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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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