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Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Mother's touch explained

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
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Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025
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Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 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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Financial Truths Before Maternity Leave

5 financial truths every mom should know before maternity leave

Maternity leave math is confusing, even when you have benefits. Here's facts that matter most and simple steps to take so your paycheck, premiums, and plans stay on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
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Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Kieran Culkin once wasn’t sure about having kids — now he and Jazz Charton are celebrating their third

Updated Nov. 05, 2025
Troian Bellisario and Patrick J. Adams pregnancy announcement

Troian Bellisario and Patrick J. Adams share they’re expecting baby No. 3—with a love letter to their future child

Patrick J. Adams’ heartfelt love letter to his unborn child perfectly captures the wonder, uncertainty, and endless love that comes with welcoming a baby

Updated Nov. 05, 2025
Soon To Be Dads

8 ways dads-to-be can truly show up during the third trimester

Eight concrete ways dads-to-be can show up in the third trimester. Learn warning signs, practice labor support and prep the fourth trimester. Practical, calm and evidence-based.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
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A teacher used a vase to explain grief to her fourth graders—and parents everywhere are learning from it

When Ryan Brazil told her students, “We make space for each other,” she offered a truth that extends well beyond her classroom.

Updated Nov. 05, 2025
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CDC expands pasta recall after 6 deaths: What parents need to know

The CDC has expanded a pasta recall tied to Listeria deaths—parents are urged to check their freezers now

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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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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State of Motherhood

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14 diaper rash creams that *really* work

So you can soothe and heal your little ones.

Updated May. 13, 2022
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We need to stop shaming moms for co-sleeping—and research shows why

At the end of the day, we’re all just trying to decide what’s best for our own children—and ourselves.

Updated Feb. 23, 2023
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12-year-old ‘This is Us’ star Lonnie Chavis opens up about racism

"I thought my parents were for sure going to die going up against the police," Chavis writes.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The new ‘Baby-Sitters Club’ trailer is here!

Watch the trailer Netflix just dropped.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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10 celebrity dads celebrating their first Father’s Day today

Joshua Jackson, Benji Madden + Usain Bolt are among the new dads being honored today.

Updated Jun. 21, 2020
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I wish my dad was here to see my daughters grow up

My girls will never know my father. They'll never hear him make up the words to "I Feel Pretty." They'll never catch him sneaking thirds of Blue Bell's pralines and cream ice cream late at night. He'll never send them off to school quoting the Village Schoolmaster by Oliver Goldsmith… "And still they gazed, and still the wonder grew that one small head could carry all he knew."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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11 items for the ultimate maternity capsule wardrobe

Pregnant? Congrats! Here are the 11 clothing items you need for the perfect maternity capsule wardrobe.

Updated Jun. 19, 2020
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These celebrities are celebrating Juneteenth 🎉

"Today, like everyday, is a wonderful day to be Black," Lizzo says in an Instagram video.

Updated Jun. 19, 2020
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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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