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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
AI in parenting

The mom using AI to cut 97% of her mental load—and find more time for her kids

She’s using AI to handle everything from meal planning to meltdown-proof morning routines, freeing up her brain for the part of parenting she loves most.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
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The $3 item parents swear by for keeping babies and toddlers entertained on flights

One mom’s low-lift, genius solution is earning high praise from parents—and it costs less than your airport coffee: painter’s tape.

Updated Aug. 11, 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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The number of working moms with young kids just hit a 3-year low — here’s why

Child care costs, rigid schedules, and shrinking flexibility are forcing many to ask: how long can I really keep this going?

Updated Aug. 12, 2025
Boy mom

Why parents are calling out this ‘boy mom’ post about her son’s future girlfriend

“I’m a boy mom and one day, some teenage girl is gonna break his heart… and I’m gonna have to square up with a 16-year-old.”

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
AI in parenting

The mom using AI to cut 97% of her mental load—and find more time for her kids

She’s using AI to handle everything from meal planning to meltdown-proof morning routines, freeing up her brain for the part of parenting she loves most.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
Emergency call

When late-night missed calls from your kid send you into panic mode — and the ‘emergency’ turns out to be a login code

A recent TikTok from mom Meredith Thornton perfectly captured this phenomenon—waking up to multiple missed calls from her 18-year-old son Van, only to discover he needed a Microsoft code.

Updated Aug. 11, 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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6 expert tips for looking ah-mazing on Zoom holiday parties

According to a celebrity makeup artist and hairstylist.

Updated Nov. 04, 2020
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What went viral this week: Loving dads, one teacher’s no-homework policy + other good news you need to know💕

Amid political turmoil, parents and teachers are still working to make the world a better place for their kids.

Updated Nov. 04, 2020
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President Trump: ‘We will win this, and as far as I’m concerned we already have won it’

President Trump says he's won, but no one has yet.

Updated Nov. 04, 2020
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Mothers made history in the 2020 election 👏

A record number of women ran in this election, and these moms won.

Updated Nov. 04, 2020
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One Oregon county voted for free preschool—and won

Oregon's Multnomah County is going to fund preschool by raising taxes on individuals making more than $125K.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Colorado voters passed a paid family leave plan—because they could no longer wait for politicians to do it

They made history as the first state to pass paid family leave through a proposition instead of legislation.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
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On this election night, it’s okay to go to bed, mama

We're not going to know the results anytime soon.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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‘Baby Shark’ is now the most-viewed YouTube video of all time

The catchy video just surpassed 'Despacito' for the honor.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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10 phrases to help kids cope with holiday disappointment this year

4. "You know what we can finally do this year?"

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
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Thank you to the tireless election workers, volunteers and voters

You are what democracy looks like.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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7 comforting desserts for when you need to eat your feelings

Enjoy while watching HBO and beyond.

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
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Caring for ourselves right now seems impossible—but it’s necessary

We are all in this together and collectively we will come out braver, kinder and more connected as a human species—forever.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Your burnout is not your fault

Mothers do not need to do a better job taking care of themselves. We need to do a better job taking care of mothers.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle snuck Archie home before announcing his birth

Prince Harry didn't want Archie's first moments in the world to remind him of Princess Diana's last.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Sarah on her first four months of motherhood–not easy, but worth it

"This hasn’t gone the way I expected it to. But she makes every second worth it."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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