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Arshiner’s Teddy Bear & Friends Collection isn’t just another round of kids’ clothes—it’s soft, durable, and playful enough to keep up with real childhood chaos. With styles dropping Sept. 15 on Amazon, this might be the rare collection both parents and kids agree on.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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5 ways to protect your son from online radicalization, according to a therapist

A therapist's essential roadmap for parents navigating the minefield of toxic masculinity online

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Child, Parenting

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Mom gets a texting lesson from her Gen Z son—and wins the internet’s vote

Gen Z creator Jason Saperstone humorously teaches his parents the “right” way to text—focusing on when to use the emphasis or exclamation point tapback

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

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Child Learn & Play

7 ways to raise curious kids who question everything (in the best way)

In a world where facts seem increasingly negotiable and science is treated like just another opinion at the dinner table, raising critical-thinking, curious kids has never been more important.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Child Learn & Play

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Study confirms what moms with severe pregnancy sickness have long known: The toll is more than physical

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Pregnancy

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Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

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Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

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A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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Pregnancy

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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Pregnancy

Study confirms what moms with severe pregnancy sickness have long known: The toll is more than physical

The data makes one thing clear: moms deserve real care and emotional support, not dismissal.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

Pregnancy, News

Women's Health

Study confirms what moms with severe pregnancy sickness have long known: The toll is more than physical

HG ravages both the body and the mind, leaving lasting emotional scars.

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Pregnancy

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Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

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Pregnancy

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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‘Please don’t come to graduation’: The teen texts leaving parents in stitches

A viral TikTok of baffling teen texts has parents laughing, cringing, and recognizing the deeper push for independence

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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Pregnancy

Study confirms what moms with severe pregnancy sickness have long known: The toll is more than physical

The data makes one thing clear: moms deserve real care and emotional support, not dismissal.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

Pregnancy, News

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

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Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

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Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

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The parenting hack that finally gets picky toddlers to try new foods—without a fight

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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Karlie Kloss welcomes baby girl Rae Florence—and shares the sweetest first photo

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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3 baby loungers sold on Amazon recalled over deadly suffocation risks—what parents need to know now

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

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Child

5 ways to protect your son from online radicalization, according to a therapist

A therapist's essential roadmap for parents navigating the minefield of toxic masculinity online

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Child, Parenting

Safety

Nearly 2,000 kids’ helmets recalled for head injury risk—what parents need to know

A popular unicorn-print helmet has been recalled for failing federal safety tests, posing a serious risk of head injury. Here’s how to check if your child’s gear is affected.

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Safety, Parenting

Safety

Crib mobile sold on Amazon recalled over dangerous button battery risk

The issue? The remote’s button batteries can be accessed too easily. And for babies and toddlers, that tiny detail can mean a life-threatening risk if the batteries are swallowed.

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

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Safety

3 baby loungers sold on Amazon recalled over deadly suffocation risks—what parents need to know now

Three baby loungers on Amazon recalled for serious safety risks—parents should act immediately.

Updated Sep. 19, 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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Jessica Alba has a relatable pandemic update: ‘I told everyone in the family that I need a break from them’

It's okay if you need some time to yourself, mama.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

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Kelly Clarkson opens up about divorce and her kids: ‘Everyone’s sad—and it’s okay to be sad’

Kelly Clarkson's kids are in therapy and we appreciate her normalizing it.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

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Motherhood makes you more courageous, says Meghan Markle

In a recent conversation with Fortune, the Duchess opened up about her new life.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

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Why Kristen Bell is prioritizing her daughter’s mental health over virtual school

"One day or one year is not going to break anyone," says Bell.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

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Life

Ask Motherly: I’m about to have two kids under 2, during a pandemic—how do I do this?

Motherly's co-founders offer game-changing, life-changing advice for moms of two under 2 (because mama, we've been there).

Updated Oct. 14, 2020

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This no-touch thermometer has 126,000+ 5-star ratings (and it’s under $25!)

Because we all need a reliable thermometer.

Updated Feb. 07, 2024

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Life

I’m done feeling guilty for my child’s pandemic screen time

I'm tired of shaming myself over it, and also I'm just tired. I'm really tired.

Updated Nov. 04, 2021

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Updated Dec. 14, 2021

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Prime Day isn’t the only sale today—here are the best deals you won’t find on Amazon

It's just like Black Friday… except five weeks early!

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Getting Pregnant

Can too much exercise make it harder to get pregnant?

Keep your exercise routine going without impacting your fertility.

Updated Nov. 14, 2022

Getting Pregnant, Fitness

Child

How parental affection shapes a child’s lifelong happiness

Plus, how you can bring more affection into your family's day.

Updated May. 18, 2022

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Child Learn & Play

25 phrases to inspire confidence in your child

5. "You can do hard things."

Updated Oct. 02, 2024

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Deal alert: Melissa & Doug is on major sale for Amazon Prime Day 👏

Snag the best (and deeply discounted) wooden educational toys and pretend play items for kids of all ages today and tomorrow on Amazon.

Updated Oct. 13, 2020

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10 newborn photo ideas that you’ll cherish forever

You'll obsess over these newborn baby pictures.

Updated Jan. 23, 2023

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True life: I’m the default parent

My number is the one called by the preschool, my name is the one known by nurses at the doctor's office, and when there is a snow day, there is no question about who will rearrange work.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

Parenting, Relationships

Parenting

You will always be their safe space, mama

You are their haven. Their harbor. Their sanctuary, their peace. You are comfort. Deep breaths. Hugs and back rubs. You're a resting place, a nightmare chaser, a healer. You are the calm within their storm. You are their mother.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

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Parenting

Here’s why I will never force my kids to hug anyone

My responsibility is to my children, first and beyond everything else. It is my job to help them stand up for themselves, and to stand up for them when they can't.

Updated Aug. 27, 2022

Parenting, Child, Safety, Teen, Toddler