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Smartphones before age 13 linked to higher risk of suicidal thoughts, aggression, and low self-worth

The percentage of young adults considered distressed or struggling increases by 9.5% for females and 7.0% for males when smartphones are owned before age 13.

Updated Aug. 01, 2025
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Butter recall issued after allergen warning—what parents need to know

Bunge North America has voluntarily recalled more than 64,000 pounds of its NH European Style Butter Blend after discovering the product contained an undeclared milk allergen

Updated Aug. 04, 2025
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A 30-year-old embryo just became a newborn—and his big sister is already a mom

This is a story where time folds in on itself: a child conceived in one century, born in another, sharing DNA with a sister who now tucks her own children into bed.

Updated Aug. 01, 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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Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
Butter recall

Butter recall issued after allergen warning—what parents need to know

Bunge North America has voluntarily recalled more than 64,000 pounds of its NH European Style Butter Blend after discovering the product contained an undeclared milk allergen

Updated Aug. 04, 2025
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A 30-year-old embryo just became a newborn—and his big sister is already a mom

This is a story where time folds in on itself: a child conceived in one century, born in another, sharing DNA with a sister who now tucks her own children into bed.

Updated Aug. 01, 2025
a group of kids sitting on a window sill looking at their smartphones

Smartphones before age 13 linked to higher risk of suicidal thoughts, aggression, and low self-worth

The percentage of young adults considered distressed or struggling increases by 9.5% for females and 7.0% for males when smartphones are owned before age 13.

Updated Aug. 01, 2025
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Nearly 200,000 KidKraft play kitchens recalled after toddler’s tragic death—what parents need to know

The recall affects all KidKraft Farm to Table Play Kitchens, model number 53411.

Updated Aug. 01, 2025
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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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7 simple things you can do right now if you’re feeling overwhelmed

6. Write down your ta-da list.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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COVID-19 may harm placentas, says small study

But there's no reason to panic, mama.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This amazing video captured delivery driver praying for sick baby

"I just stopped to do what my heart told me to do," shared Monica Salinas.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 toddler swim vest safety tips parents need to know

Here's what a swim safety expert wishes more parents knew about floaties, swim vests and water wings.

Updated Jan. 05, 2022
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I’m a single mom and I’m not interested in dating

So, please, let me be single.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This husband set up ‘date nights’ outside his wife’s hospital window

She's currently on bed rest, and they can't be together because of the pandemic.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Prince William says becoming a dad was ‘one of the scariest’ things he’s ever done

The Duke of Cambridge opened up about his experience with fatherhood and how childhood trauma can resurface when you have a child yourself.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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SpaceX + NASA are launching a historic flight today

It's the first rocket launch since 2011.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I have mom-shamed myself more times than I can count—and I’m done

Stop shaming yourself. Start praising yourself instead.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 expert ways to cope when you’re up all night with your newborn

Here's how to take care of yourself when the baby is Up. All. Night.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Camp is canceled and I don’t know how I’m going to get through the summer

Mothers are expirienceing a significant increase in their stress level since the pandemic.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Pediatricians warn pandemic may increase drowning risks this summer

The AAP wants parents to take the following steps to reduce the risk of childhood drowning.

Updated May. 26, 2020
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This viral TikTok video about day care will make you laugh (and cry)

"Dear daycare" she writes over the sound of NSYNC hitting the beats to "I want you back."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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‘I’m just tapped out’: This mom of 5 is going viral for saying what we all feel

"The laptop wouldn't connect to the internet. The baby was fussing. My oldest was frustrated I had to pull her from what she was in the middle of. I had noise coming from each room with all the kids trying to, you know, 'school', and it took every fiber of my being not to throw the laptop off the table."

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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40 things every mom learns in her baby’s first year

You know what you're doing, you really do.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
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