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White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
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Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
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8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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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
Morning sickness research

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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Unexpected visitors took over a girl’s dollhouse—and parents can’t stop laughing

The video has struck a chord not just because it’s funny, but because it captures a relatable phenomenon many parents recognize.

Updated Oct. 02, 2025
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Landlines are making a comeback―and teaching kids real-life communication

In a world where nearly 80% of households are cell-phone-only, some parents are quietly installing landlines.

Updated Oct. 02, 2025
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Her kids wouldn’t stop quoting memes—so she turned it into a genius learning trick

Kids’ viral catchphrases become teachable moments as a mom guides them to explore meaning, origin, and context.

Updated Oct. 02, 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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We’re entering a new age of fatherhood, says new study

But here's what dads need to keep the momentum going.

Updated Jan. 11, 2022
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These emotional birth photos show why midwives are so important

As a younger mother—and especially as a Black mother—21-year-old Anya was very much at risk for having her voice silenced during her birth experience. Moms under 30 are more likely to report being mistreated or have their concerns ignored by medical providers while in labor, which can lead to deadly consequences. Black mothers are three to four times more likely to die during or after pregnancy or birth compared to white mothers. That's why Anya choose to have a midwife supported birth in a birth center.

Updated Oct. 28, 2022
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Juneteenth celebrations have always existed, but why isn’t it a national holiday?

Black history is American history and our kids need to know it.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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10 neutral + white rugs that are totally kid-friendly 🙌

Yes, you can have a white rug, mama.

Updated Jun. 18, 2020
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This is the one gift I give all new mamas

We all need a little extra encouragment sometimes.

Updated Jun. 18, 2020
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21 breastfeeding portraits that show the strength and vulnerability of new motherhood

The complexity of breastfeeding is what photographer Sophie Harris-Taylor set out to explore in her now-viral portrait series, Milk.

Updated Jul. 21, 2022
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We’re entering a whole new level of parental burnout

If you're feeling more exhausted now than ever before, here are four perfectly legitimate reasons why—and what you can do about it, right now.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Summer activities are canceled, but the magic of the season isn’t

This summer feels like both an insurmountable task and an incredible opportunity.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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Dear mama, this is what I’ll remember

I remember your comfort and how you kept me warm. I remember your face above me when I cried for you. I remember you would feed me when I was hungry, or tired or in pain.

Updated Aug. 22, 2022
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Magazine cover goes viral because breastfeeding is beautiful (and so is Black motherhood)

Some people still say moms shouldn't breastfeed in public—so this magazine put it on the cover.

Updated Apr. 06, 2023
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The Children’s Place to close 300 stores + start liquidation sales soon

The liquidation plans are already in the works.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Target raises minimum wage, provides $200 pandemic bonus

For parents working in retail, this is a big deal.

Updated Mar. 25, 2022
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19 LGBTQ+ movies & shows to stream with your teen during Pride month

Plus, how to have a convo about gender identity & sexuality.

Updated May. 20, 2024
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Housework can wait, your kids will not

I stopped trying to have a perfect house and started enjoying the mess of having kids

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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It takes a village to raise a baby, but mine was quarantined

Going through PPD has been tremendously challenging. As has been raising a newborn. Doing it without my village makes those challenges feel overwhelmingly impossible.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Dear son: Wear your rainbow shirt with pride

I want to encourage my son to express pride and allyship, but I also want to shield him from everything else that may come with making a statement in our small town.

Updated May. 18, 2022
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