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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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Many parents can’t find formula, diapers or wipes

Here's how to make sure you can get the baby goods you need.

Updated Apr. 15, 2022
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The first infant death in the U.S. associated with COVID-19 announced in Illinois

The first infant death due to the coronavirus was reported this weekend in Illinois.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Update: People giving birth in New York will not be forced to do it alone

Partners and birth companions are allowed, says Gov. Cuomo's office.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I don’t want to give birth in a hospital right now

I have been pregnant for 245 days, and in the past 12 of those, everything I have come to know about how this baby will enter the world is on the chopping block.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 expert tips to get the most of online learning resources

Yes, kids are getting a lot more screen time right now—here's how to do it right.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
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This man thanking health care workers through a window is all of us ❤️

You can see how grateful he is. We are grateful, too.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These companies are stepping up to make medical masks for the pandemic

JOANN Fabrics recently kicked off a program to teach its crafty customers how to make face masks for healthcare workers.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Parenting during a pandemic: WHO, UNICEF + The University of Oxford release a new resource for parents

They cover everything from how to talk to your kids about COVID-19 to how keep calm and manage stress.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The House passed the CARES act

What parents need to know about the stimulus package.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This viral post explains how pregnant women everywhere feel right now

It's okay to mourn at how things have changed.

Updated Dec. 22, 2021
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Why protecting your mental health is so important right now

It's okay to create boundaries for the sake of your mental health, mama.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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What happens when both parents catch COVID-19 but have two children to care for

With both of us now sick, we set the bar at survival. We took turns with the kids. We wore masks and gloves to make their food. We begged them to put themselves to bed. We tried not to seem sick, even though we took one step forward, another back.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Molly Sims on the trade-offs of taking care of your kids, your parents and yourself

Molly Sims, author, actress, advocate, lifestyle influencer and former model talks to Liz about how she's learned to be less hard on herself after having three children, the positive impact her mother has on her, and why she prefers staying in with her family to nights out on the red carpet. She also opened up about pressures of caring for sick parents and small children at the same time.

Updated Jun. 28, 2023
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These 50+ companies are hiring remote workers right now, mamas

Plus, 6 expert tips for how to spruce up your resume to land a remote job.

Updated Jan. 10, 2022
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