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White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
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Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
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8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
Kicks

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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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
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Thousands of baby and kids’ items sold on Amazon recalled—here’s what parents need to know

Amazon and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a wave of recalls affecting thousands of baby and kids’ products.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Tween's drama

Parents call it ‘tween drama’—but experts say it could be something else entirely

Drama is often something deeper: an overwhelmed nervous system that needs support, not punishment.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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Before handing her tween a phone, this mom came up with a genius idea

This mom’s “Social Media Prep School” is teaching her tween how to handle online comments before they even get a phone.

Updated Sep. 23, 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. 25, 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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I’m a single mom—and I’m judged differently on my parenting because of it

I want to know why the script is different when approaching mothers like me. Why is it that if you're Mrs. So and So who serves on the PTA and lives in a nice subdivision, the language is "You're not failing," but when you're a Ms. you're automatically assumed at risk?

Updated May. 15, 2023
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This is the best state to give birth

But how can we make *ALL* states reach this same high standard?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Screen-free ways to entertain kids while you’re cooking

Keep them busy, and get a little help too if you can swing it.

Updated Mar. 09, 2022
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Say it through fashion: Voting is power

It's the most important thing you can do for yourself + your family this fall.

Updated Jan. 04, 2022
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These twins who married twins are now both pregnant

The couples (who starred in TLC's Our Twinsane Wedding) announced their news in an adorable Instagram post.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Okay, but seriously: How do you schedule your day with kids home from school?

We've all seen (and chuckled at) the optimistic schedule plans. But here's how to create a daily routine that actually works for kids—and parents.

Updated Jan. 07, 2022
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The women + mothers speaking at the RNC Convention’s first night

What moms were talking about at the Republican National Committee Convention.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Krystal on postpartum depression leading her to confront her past traumas

“PTSD?” I asked. “Yes, from childhood trauma. You may think you’ve only been dealing with PPD but this is just a little tip of the iceberg. I’m glad you came in today.” 

Updated Feb. 24, 2023
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I was determined to breastfeed—but I wasn’t prepared for how hard it was

All the struggles and support I had with my first baby made breastfeeding my second so much easier.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Having more Black doctors and midwives could be the key to reducing Black maternal mortality rates

Black babies and moms are less likely to die if they are cared for by Black doctors.

Updated Jan. 20, 2023
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The White House says teachers are essential workers—here’s what it means

Teachers return to classrooms after possible exposure to COVID-19 as long as they're asymptomatic.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Our editor swears by this nail polish that dries in just 45 seconds

It's the fastest drying nail polish I've ever experienced, and perfect for mamas with little time to sit still.

Updated Aug. 24, 2020
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This wet vacuum completely changed how we clean

It's a combination of a Dyson and a mop, and so worth it.

Updated Aug. 24, 2020
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Some kids can’t wear masks—and they don’t deserve to be shamed for it

Mask shaming has gone too far. There are a million reasons why that kid might not be wearing a mask.

Updated Aug. 24, 2020
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Why Kellyanne Conway is stepping down from the White House to focus on her kids

What Kellyanne Conway's exit can teach us about parenting teens.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Clorox wipes are out of stock—but here are 7 alternatives

And yes, they're equally effective!

Updated May. 20, 2022
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