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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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One preschooler’s wild graduation dream is sparking joy for millions

"Dream big, baby girl. In other news, might be time to turn off the @wickedmovie at home."

Updated Jul. 03, 2025

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Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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What a new study suggests about pregnancy diet and type 1 diabetes—and why it’s not about being perfect

It’s not about being perfect. It’s about having the tools to make informed choices.

Updated Jul. 04, 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
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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Facing a high-risk pregnancy? Here’s what three experts want every mom to know

By Jane Purser, DNP FNP-C; Becca Hamilton, LPC, PMH-C; and Dr. Margaret Archer, PT, DPT

Updated Jun. 24, 2025
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Going on a cruise this summer? 7 safety tips every parent should know before setting sail

The best time to talk about cruise rules? Before the ocean is involved.

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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How to talk to your kids about the floods in Texas

"The other thing that parents can do is talk about their own feelings in a calm and appropriate way.”

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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Mom checks baby monitor—and sees a crib moment she’ll never forget

Arlia climbs into the crib, settles in beside her seven-month-old sister, and instinctively pulls a small blanket over them both.

Updated Jul. 07, 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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Microsoft is giving an extra 12 weeks of paid leave to parents because of coronavirus

Parents said school closures changed their lives and their employer listened.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022
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Rachael on how she tried to ignore her postpartum depression

Eventually I found the courage to leave with my daughter-to claim my motherhood back, my daughter back, myself back.

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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The year without graduation: To the class of 2020

What you're experiencing is called grief. Here's what a grief counselor has to say to you.

Updated Jan. 03, 2022
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How to help kids adjust to *so* much screen time

When your preschooler has a busier Zoom schedule than you do, you might be a bit worried.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I tested positive for COVID-19—life is paused completely, until further notice

Even though we have made it through more than half of our mandatory quarantine already, I'm terrified by the thought of leaving again—even when I'm cleared to.

Updated Jan. 11, 2022
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What went viral this week: A mom’s accidental cosplay + Hilary Duff’s new hair 😂

Stories about kindness + creativity are giving us strength this week.

Updated Apr. 13, 2020
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30+ baby names that mean hope and light

In times of stress and uncertainty, these baby names are a beacon of light.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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Your first birthday isn’t canceled, my baby

Regardless of the toll this pandemic has and will continue to bring to the world, you deserve to be celebrated.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This working mom said ‘no’ to virtual learning—and now she’s going viral

We're doing the best we can in a really weird, busy and scary time—parents, teachers and most especially, our kiddos, too.

Updated Jan. 11, 2022
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Mothers don’t want to just go back to ‘normal’—they want better

85% of mothers do not believe that our society does a good job supporting them—and that statistic is from when we were just living normal life.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Bored baby photographer is now taking portraits of her food (as newborns) 😂

Babies aren't coming to her studio these days but food deliveries are!

Updated Apr. 10, 2020
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This viral video shows the courage of our health care workers

These are the people keeping us safe right now, and we need to see them.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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What to do if you can’t pay your bills right now

A money expert lays out a list of financial relief options available to you.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022
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Black women will suffer the most if forced to give birth alone

For black mothers, the need for support during birth is even greater. Black women are 2.5 times more likely to die in childbirth than white women—at least in part because of institutional racism.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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7 tasty 3-ingredient baking recipes the whole family will devour

Here's what to make with your pantry staples.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022
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