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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. 15, 2025

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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

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Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

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Dr. Becky shares menu hack for school year

Viral & Trending

Dr. Becky has a helpful breakfast hack that will save your sanity on busy mornings

"Try it. It's magic"

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Health & Wellness

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

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

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

Health & Wellness

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

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

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

Children's Health, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, News, Parenting

Health & Wellness

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

News

What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Birth, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025

Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy

Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

News

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

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News

What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Birth, Pregnancy

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News

When mom instincts meet motherhood fears: The moment a spider tested one mother’s courage

A parenting video that had everyone holding their breath

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

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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!

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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.

Celebrity News

Saoirse Ronan takes first stroll as a mom—and fans are celebrating

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Celebrity News, Birth, News

Baby

This 5-month-old’s hair has strangers stopping in their tracks

Updated Sep. 11, 2025

Baby, News, Viral & Trending

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

News

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

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

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

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

Parenting

New Mexico becomes first state with free universal child care—what families can expect on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 11, 2025

Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting

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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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How Laura Prepon’s toddler reacted to new baby: She ‘peed on everything’

How did your child react when you added a new baby to your family?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Parenting, Toddler

Back To School

Polls show a surprising number of parents may not send kids back to school

More and more parents are looking at homeschooling.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Back To School

Life

I want you to visit too, but not just yet

I'm craving human interaction, but the thought of us leaving our bubble terrifies me.

Updated May. 20, 2022

Life

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Parenting

17 mess-free summer craft ideas for kids

From paper plate bunnies to macaroni necklaces, there's something for everyone.

Updated Jun. 30, 2020

Parenting

Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen’s advice to fellow moms: ‘Don’t forget to keep up with your paps’

Yes, you can still go to the gyno right now.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Health & Wellness, Life, Women's Health

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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

I never thought an oil cleanser would work for me–until I tried this one

It's pregnancy-safe, vegan, cruelty-free and packaged in a 100% recyclable amber glass bottle that preserves freshness.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022

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Baby

6 reasons why July babies are special, according to science

If you've got a due date this month you can expect a baby with a sunny personality.

Updated Jul. 05, 2024

Baby, Parenting

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How to make tummy time fun (not frustrating)

Here are our six favorite products to make it better for baby (and you, too, mama)!

Updated Jun. 30, 2020

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Life

The ‘motherhood penalty’ costs working moms $16,000 a year

While becoming a dad *boosts* a man's income.

Updated Apr. 28, 2023

Life, Work & Motherhood

Celebrity News

Amy Schumer is every mom who wants their baby to stay little forever

"I don't want this age to end."

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Celebrity News, Baby, Life, News, Parenting

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Grandparents & Extended Families

14 photos of grandmas meeting their grandchildren for the first time that made us 😭

Grab your tissues before you scroll.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022

Grandparents & Extended Families, Birth, Life, Pregnancy, Relationships

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Motherhood Understood

Kelsi on being bipolar and having postpartum depression during COVID-19

"I have always been a hypochondriac with an obsessive fear of dying. I used to get blood work quarterly just to make sure I was OK. If you know anything about depression, you know obsessing over death is a major symptom. Covid knocked the wind out of me."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherhood Understood, Covid

Baby Shopping Guide

These are the 19 products every twin parent needs

I've got twins and a toddler at home, and without these things it would've been even more stressful.

Updated May. 23, 2022

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Parenting

8 calming techniques you and your kids can do together

Anxious about the news? Try these stress-reducing exercises you and the kids can do together.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Parenting, Children's Health, Covid, Health & Wellness, Life, Mental Health

What To Read

Fun summer reading list for all ages, according to a librarian

Boredom is instantly a thing of the past.

Updated May. 03, 2022

What To Read, Child Shopping Guide

Relationships

For decades, this mother put her Pride on display in the sweetest way

Frances Goldin's sign said "I Adore My Lesbian Daughters."

Updated Jan. 13, 2022

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Parenting

Getting a puppy made me realize that we’re definitely done having kids

I'd expected that my new puppy would fill a baby-shaped hole in my life, but instead, she gently revealed that perhaps, babyhood wasn't all that appealing to me anymore.

Updated Jul. 11, 2022

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