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California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness, Fitness

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

The comfiest, chicest sweatshirts for fall (that aren’t your college hoodie)

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

moms sharing experiences abound financial dependency

Work & Motherhood

Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Our Partners

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

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Health & Wellness

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness, Fitness

Health & Wellness

California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

If you're feeling that weird cocktail of guilt, fear, and "how do I even talk about this?"—welcome to the club.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

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

Viral & Trending

This first grade teacher’s daily affirmation is the pep talk we all need

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending

News

Vanessa Kirby welcomes her first baby—and reflects on finding power in motherhood

Vanessa Kirby and Paul Rabil are new parents! Rabil’s Instagram post highlights the awe, exhaustion, and love that come with welcoming their first child together

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Celebrity News, Motherhood Understood

News

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

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies are on the decline! Early introduction guidelines are helping little ones build tolerance—and parents can safely start at home with a few simple steps

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Food

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.”

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

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

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

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

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

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Safety

The CPSC just recalled Belivium Baby Loungers sold on Amazon—here’s what every parent

According to the CPSC, the loungers’ design puts infants at risk of suffocation, entrapment, and falls.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Safety, Parenting, Sleep Safety

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Parenting

TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News

Parenting

The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Beyond ‘gentle’: How today’s parents are blending parenting styles—and breaking cycles

Modern parents aren’t following just one style anymore. From cycle-breaking to gentle parenting, they’re blending approaches

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News

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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.

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Covid

As a mother, I’m asking, can you please wear a mask?

My 4-year-old has adapted. It's time for grown-ups to do it, too.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022

Covid, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life, Motherly Stories

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Pregnancy

Arielle Charnas + Katrina Scott speak publicly about their pregnancy losses

These celebrities are helping others experiencing pregnancy loss.

Updated Jun. 25, 2020

Pregnancy

Miscarriage & Loss

Arielle Charnas of Something Navy brings attention to ectopic pregnancies

The mom of two recently opened up about her ectopic pregnancy.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

Miscarriage & Loss, Celebrity News, Getting Pregnant, Life, News, Pregnancy

Adult

COVID-19 has made moms even more committed to breastfeeding, says new survey

And when moms return to the office employers will need to be prepared.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Adult, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Covid, Health & Wellness, Life, Parenting

Adoption

Adoption is complicated—and the Myka Stauffer controversy proves it

It was a feel good story. Until it turned into a cautionary tale.

Updated Aug. 07, 2024

Adoption, Adopt & Foster & Surrogacy, Pregnancy

Postpartum

How I’m working through my PPD during quarantine

Am I still a great mother because I am sad? Yes, I am. And so are you.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022

Postpartum, Health & Wellness, Life, Mental Health, Motherly Stories, Pregnancy

Children's Health

8 changes family dentists offices are making as states reopen

Here's what to expect at your child's first dental checkup post-shutdown.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022

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

Meal Planning & Shopping

7 delicious (and easy!) grilling recipes your entire family will devour

Plus plant-based + allergy friendly meals.

Updated Mar. 07, 2022

Meal Planning & Shopping, Food, Life

Child Learn & Play

25+ board games your entire family will love playing together

Here are the best family board games to play with your kids, according to Instagram mamas.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022

Child Learn & Play, Child, Entertainment, Life, Parenting

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Life

This (free!) book helps kids with autism understand mask-wearing

"Once we talk about it in a non-scary way, it will become more normalized and cause less anxiety, Tuchel explained on her website. "So, here is a free story to help us and our children."

Updated Feb. 04, 2022

Life, Child, Children's Health, Covid, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, What To Read

Taxes

Is preschool tuition tax-deductible?

The answer to the tax question on every preschooler-parent's mind is here.

Updated Dec. 20, 2022

Taxes, Career & Money, Life

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8 natural skincare products you need to know about, mama

Here are some of our favorites for both baby + mama.

Updated Jun. 24, 2020

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Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

5 essential products for summer breastfeeding

The boob sweat is real, mama.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips, Baby Shopping Guide

Parenting

The baby milestones app no one talks about

Milestones made me happy. Hour by hour, I received pings on everything from the ideal growth of my baby, to expected changes in my body, to birth preparation, and beyond.

Updated Oct. 01, 2024

Parenting, Baby, Baby Milestones