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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 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. 26, 2025
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First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Diwali

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 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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Hospital policy saw Native American moms separated from babies during COVID-19

This investigation illustrated how much harm systemic racism can do in maternity wards.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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*These* are the best birthday gifts for 3-year-olds

What your little one will want to open at three.

Updated Mar. 01, 2022
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Meghan Markle says Prince Harry is a feminist father to baby Archie

"I look at our son and what a beautiful example that he gets to grow up with."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The best baby registry is at Target—here’s why

Three words: free welcome kit

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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Black Breastfeeding Week is incredibly important—here’s why

We spoke with Kimberly Seals Allers, founder of Black Breastfeeding Week.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Vrbo’s Melanie Fish on the importance of mental health breaks

Liz speaks with Vrbo's Melanie Fish about her zig-zagging career path after kids, how she caught the travel bug at an early age, and why it is so important for mothers and families to take a break right now, whether it is renting a home on a lake or a solo drive around the block.

Updated Jun. 29, 2023
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Here’s how you can recreate Chrissy Teigen’s homeschool room

You can even find some things on Amazon!

Updated Jan. 05, 2023
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Chrissy Teigen is buying school supplies for teachers on Twitter

"Please drop your amazon wishlist here, I will do as many as I can!"

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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It’s Women’s Equality Day—this is why our vote matters more than ever before

The United States ranks 53rd on the Global Gender Gap Index—and 86th when you break it down by political empowerment.

Updated Jul. 25, 2022
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First Lady Melania Trump at RNC: ‘To mothers and parents everywhere, you are warriors’

"I want to acknowledge the fact that since March our lives have changed drastically," she explained.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Gentle parenting is hard—especially when everything else feels hard, too

But here are two good reasons to stay calm, even when you're struggling.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
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Hiring a sleep consultant was the best thing I did for my baby (and myself)

When I pictured a sleep consultant I envisioned a kindly woman who hid in the shadows and sang my son a lullaby whenever he stirred. In actuality, a sleep consultant is less a ninja songstress, and more head coach to your quarterback. She called the plays, I made the moves.

Updated Feb. 16, 2022
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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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