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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 some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 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 real-life female superheroes every kid should learn about (and the inspiring T-shirts that feature them!)

Wonder Woman and Princess Leia have nothing on these trailblazing women.

Updated Jan. 12, 2021
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5 lies I believed about giving birth

I wish I learned sooner how wrong I was.

Updated Jan. 12, 2021
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Disneyland: A vacation spot turned mass vaccination site

The theme park will be a vaccination super site.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Netflix’s ‘Pieces of A Woman’ and that 24-minute birth scene

The new Netflix movie gives us two truths and a lie about motherhood.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Hind on what happened when she shared her real feelings postpartum

"You see, after our baby was born I didn't feel a rush of love, euphoria and excitement. Instead I felt sad, anxious and frightened."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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I want to be excited about ‘Sex and the City’s’ reboot, but I can’t

I can't help but wonder how many new, original series by BIPOC got rejected so this reboot could happen.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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5 ways to calm your energetic child before bedtime

Help them cope with their racing thoughts and get to sleep faster.

Updated Feb. 08, 2023
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22 Nordic-inspired baby names for your hygge baby

These powerful names are gaining in popularity in America.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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A ‘Sex and the City’ Revival is in the works

The beloved show is coming to HBO Max (minus Samantha Jones).

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Women accounted for all of the American jobs lost in December

Overall, women lost 156,000 jobs while men gained 16,000 jobs.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Mindy Kaling: 2 kids ‘seems like 10’

She's giving up on mom guilt in 2021.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These will be the popular baby names of 2021

Television and movies binged during lockdown might impact how parents name their babies this year.

Updated Jun. 23, 2022
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What to do if you get COVID-19, from an ER doctor who lived it

Preparing yourself and your family is an essential step in fighting this pandemic.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
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When weaning from breastfeeding makes you sad

Here are 7 ways to feel better.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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A spa day at home is possible, here’s 10 ways to make it happen

Key ways to replenish from the inside out after baby is born.

Updated Mar. 14, 2022
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Here’s how kids *and* parents can learn to manage their emotions

Generation Mindful's Suzanne Tucker lays it all out on The Motherly Podcast.

Updated Jan. 08, 2021
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8 must-have products to help mamas and babies survive winter

Must-haves for chilly bedtimes, stuffy noses and freezing trips to the store.

Updated Jan. 08, 2024
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These beautiful birth photos give us hope for 2021

The mothers of the United States are strong enough to save it. These pictures prove it.

Updated Jan. 23, 2023
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