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Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

News

Families brace for empty grocery cards as a government shutdown drags on

For millions of parents, that quick EBT balance check is really a check on whether there’s enough for milk, bread, and dinner tonight.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News, government financial aid, Parenting

Food

How to feed your family for under $5: Canned bean dinners that are really delicious

Affordable canned bean dinners under $5 that stretch your budget without sacrificing nutrition or taste when money is tight.

Updated Oct. 29, 2025

Food

News

Minnesota mom spots smoke from school bus and saves 22 children from fire

A Bethel, Minnesota mother’s quick thinking turned an ordinary school day into a lesson on intuition, courage, and the quiet power of community.

Updated Oct. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Health & Wellness

Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Teen Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting, Teen

Children's Health

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

That drop represents thousands of children who may never experience a life-threatening reaction.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting, Safety

dog alerts mom about son's low blood sugar

Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

A thump at the door, a stare, and seconds later—Mom knows her son’s blood sugar is dropping. Ducky, their service dog, spotted it first

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Our Partners

5 Smart Questions to Ask a Doctor About Your Child’s Eczema Treatment

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Safety

Popular high chair recalled after reports of deadly safety hazards—here’s what parents need to know

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Safety, News, Parenting

Postpartum

Keira Knightley opens up about her postpartum crash—And the Pressure moms still feel to ‘bounce back’

From sleepless nights to a sudden hormonal crash, Keira Knightley opens up about the hidden emotional rollercoaster that no one sees.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Postpartum, Celebrity News, News

Jennifer Lawrence talks about postpartum

Celebrity News

Jennifer Lawrence opens up about postpartum anxiety—and the fears so many new moms quietly carry

Even Jennifer Lawrence knows the fears new moms don’t always talk about, like wondering if your baby is okay while they sleep, and how unexpected comfort can come from surprising places.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Postpartum

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.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

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.”

Viral & Trending

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.

News

Kids bring Halloween magic to nursing homes—and remind everyone what connection really looks like

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

When her 94-year-old grandma on hospice spoke up, this mom heard the truth behind all the criticism

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

mom talking about "doing it all" as a parent

Parenting

One mom’s viral meltdown about ‘doing it all’ perfectly captures the math of modern motherhood

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, Motherhood Understood, News, Viral & Trending

Safety

Popular high chair recalled after reports of deadly safety hazards—here’s what parents need to know

Harppa’s 5-in-1 Convertible High Chair has just been recalled after federal safety officials found it poses serious fall and entrapment risks

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Safety, News, Parenting

Parenting

When her 94-year-old grandma on hospice spoke up, this mom heard the truth behind all the criticism

Parenting with empathy doesn’t erase the past, but it can begin to rewrite the story.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

One mom’s viral meltdown about ‘doing it all’ perfectly captures the math of modern motherhood

Emily’s reel did not go viral because it offered a solution. It resonated because it named what so many parents are carrying

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, Motherhood Understood, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

A boy stirs lasagna with his mom—what he says next melts hearts and feeds a bigger lesson

Her video captured what everyday parenting looks like at its best—teaching empathy, confidence, and care through the small rituals that fill ordinary days.

Updated Oct. 28, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

Make memories while building lasting knowledge with these fun and easy ideas.

State of Motherhood

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Baby

10 must-have registry items that will change your life, mama

The baby gear heavy hitters that should be top of your registry list.

Updated Dec. 13, 2021

Baby, Parenting

picture of a mom holding her baby in her arms - essay on raising a baby during a global pandemic

Motherhood Understood

Sanyya on health anxiety while raising a baby during a global pandemic

"My baby should be in a park under the sun, on the swings, walking on grass, befriending other kids, but instead, he is at home all day every day, pacing from one room to the other, playing with the same toys each day, seeing no new faces apart from his parents."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherhood Understood, Covid

Shop

19 best picks from Etsy’s Labor Day sale (for the whole family)

So many good products from small businesses!

Updated May. 20, 2022

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Child Milestones

14 phrases to help prepare your preschooler for school this year

Difficult drop-offs might happen, but this can help.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Child Milestones, Back To School, Child, Parenting

Celebrity News

Beyoncé welcomed Katy Perry to motherhood in the sweetest way

Can you imagine getting flowers from B?

Updated Feb. 04, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

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Celebrity News

Here’s everything we know about Lala Kent’s pregnancy so far

"I am pregnant. I am so excited."

Updated Sep. 04, 2020

Celebrity News, Life, News

Holidays

The best Labor Day sales you can already take advantage of

So many of our favorite stores are having some incredible sales from now through Labor Day!

Updated Aug. 28, 2024

Holidays, Child Shopping Guide

Shop

Deal alert: 11 new mama must-haves on sale right now 🙌

Baby gear rarely goes on sale, mama.

Updated Jan. 05, 2023

Shop

Halloween

9 fun ways to celebrate Halloween (that don’t involve trick-or-treating)

Halloween might look different this year, but it's not canceled.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022

Halloween, Holidays, Life

Child Shopping Guide

10 tech products that can help parents worry a little less

It's Baby Safety Month, mama.

Updated May. 20, 2022

Child Shopping Guide, Child, Parenting, Safety

Health & Wellness

Dwayne Johnson, wife Lauren + their 2 ‘baby girls’ all tested positive for COVID-19

"I wish it was only me who tested positive, but it wasn't, it was my entire family."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Health & Wellness, It's Science, Life

Viral & Trending

This mom is going viral after calling a wrong number for baby formula

A stranger answered the phone and renewed her faith in humanity.

Updated Apr. 15, 2022

Viral & Trending, Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

Postpartum

This mama’s honest postpartum selfie is powerful + beautiful

"Here I am, day 1 postpartum, in my mesh underwear."

Updated Jan. 20, 2022

Postpartum, Fourth Trimester, Life, News, Pregnancy, Viral & Trending

Podcast

Actress and author Danica McKellar on finding her own identity and confidence through math

Liz speaks with actress and math writer Danica McKellar about how math helped her find her own identity after her time on Wonder Years and why being friends with your own kid isn't so bad. She talks about how to encourage math skill in young girls who may be discouraged at an early age.

Updated Jun. 29, 2023

Podcast, Season 4

picture of a little girl - essay on feeling like a failure as a mother

Motherhood Understood

Jane on feeling like a failure as a mother because her baby had to go to the NICU

"No one told me I could change my clothes. No one told me I could bathe. I needed a caregiver. I needed an advocate. I needed someone to take care of me."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherhood Understood