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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 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

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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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
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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 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
AI bots

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 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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Serena Williams: ‘I wouldn’t be me if I wasn’t Black’

"I'm proud. I've always been proud to be who I am."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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What the family of an 8-year-old COVID-19 victim wants you to know

"Everyone associates it with old people, as they think they're the only ones who are going to get it, but that's not true," Jennifer Morales told FOX 8. "My sister got it."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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11 sweet ways to celebrate Father’s Day with kids

Cool ideas for the entire family.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
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Why your preschooler is struggling, according to a family therapist

Potty talk, meltdowns and opposition all mean one thing for your preschooler. Here's how to help.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
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Thank you to my little ones for being patient with me

I am asking them to not be scared or worried about the virus, even though I am every single day.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022
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‘Each of these names was someone’s baby,’ says Babynames.com

The site is going viral for a powerful message they currently have on their homepage.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This mom is going viral by showing us what WFH with kids is *really* like

She recorded 27 interruptions in just 11 minutes of working.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
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I’m sending my toddler to daycare for the first time—but I’m not ready

The idea of my son being outside the safety of our house—and isolation—is giving me so much anxiety.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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6 ways Black mothers can prioritize their mental health

As mama goes, so goes the family. Here's how to take care and find the support you need.

Updated Apr. 09, 2024
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New Zealand is COVID-free—what families can learn from their lessons

Kids were allowed back to school in New Zealand in late May.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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WHO clarifies stance on the asymptomatic spread of coronavirus

It's not as rare as a misunderstanding on Monday led people to believe.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Petition + senate proposal call for $2,000 monthly stimulus checks ASAP

Families could see as much as $10,000 a month under the Monthly Economic Crisis Support Act by Sen. Kamala Harris.

Updated Jan. 18, 2022
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Helen on postpartum depression and rage with her second baby

Nothing can prepare you for becoming a parent.

Updated Feb. 22, 2025
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