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This nutritionist couldn’t find clean supplements for her neurodivergent son, so she made her own

How one nutritionist's kitchen experiments became a mission to help other parents.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025
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The 8 a.m. toddler birthday party that’s winning over exhausted parents

When she invited guests to an 8 a.m. birthday breakfast, she wasn’t sure how it would land. But the idea quickly went viral on Instagram.

Updated Aug. 08, 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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Tiny British toddler speaks with American accent after watching Ms Rachel

or Bea, hours of Ms Rachel’s bright, clear pronunciation meant her first words came out with an American twang.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Her dad skipped a White House meeting to catch her skipping school—now the internet’s obsessed

From lying to sneaking out, Ashley admits she “literally tried it all the time” but could rarely get away with it.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Dad charges his 6-year-old rent—what parents are saying might surprise you

A dad calmly asks his daughter for $3 in rent and $1 for utilities, setting the stage for a monthly tradition that’s part parenting lesson, part playful game.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
Birthday party

The 8 a.m. toddler birthday party that’s winning over exhausted parents

When she invited guests to an 8 a.m. birthday breakfast, she wasn’t sure how it would land. But the idea quickly went viral on Instagram.

Updated Aug. 08, 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 *not* to say to someone going through IVF (and what to say instead)

If you aren't sure what to say, it's okay not to say anything at all.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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Winter is coming—here’s how to prepare for Seasonal Affective Disorder in a pandemic

Will SAD be worse in 2020? Can children get diagnosed with Seasonal Affective Disorder? Your biggest SAD questions, answered.

Updated Nov. 18, 2020
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7 pacifiers that can soothe even the fussiest baby

We'll help you find the right paci for your baby.

Updated Nov. 18, 2020
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Why Meghan Trainor is saying no to sex while pregnant

The singer opened up about the boundaries she's enforcing while expecting her first child, a baby boy.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022
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This YouTube star has welcomed her rainbow baby

It's been less than a year since her son's death.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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7 Montessori-inspired phrases to help build your child’s confidence

6. "I love you just the way you are."

Updated Mar. 10, 2023
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Stop wearing burnout as a badge of honor

When mothers are burnt out—and proud of it—society gets away with how awfully it treats them.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022
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More new moms are thinking of suicide, and society is to blame

Suicidal thoughts and self-harm during and after pregnancy are becoming more common.

Updated Jun. 01, 2022
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1 in 5 kids videos online have age-inappropriate ads—and that’s not okay

Especially in a time when most parents are using YouTube to help them get through the day.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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11 Trader Joe’s dishes that are great when watching TV

Just in time for holiday shows.

Updated Nov. 18, 2020
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There is a wrong time to start a family

Despite well-intentioned urging from others, you're the only one who can say when the time is right.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This is postpartum (with a baby and toddler)

It's being stretched so thin but feeling so complete.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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It’s time to shrink your COVID ‘bubble’—now

With cases surging across the country this fall, now is a good time families to hunker down. (Yes, again.)

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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We celebrate Christmas + Hanukkah without going broke—here’s how

Because 8 days of Hanukkah + 12 days of Christmas = $$$.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
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6 Montessori activities for babies—no new toys required

Here's how to entertain a baby without buying lots of stuff.

Updated Mar. 17, 2023
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