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Baby Health

The government is ramping up baby formula safety testing and supply

Operation Stork Speed is a new initiative aimed at making infant formula safer, more transparent, and more accessible.

Updated Mar. 21, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, News

Viral & Trending

Gen Z mom’s powerful message is changing how the world sees Down syndrome

Set to the song “Ordinary” by Alex Warren, the video has captured hearts with a montage of her baby, Addie—who was born with Down syndrome.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending, Baby, Baby Milestones, News

Toddler Shopping Guides

The best toddler bathing suits that are safe, comfortable and made to last

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Toddler Shopping Guides

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Baby

H5 bird flu outbreak: How to protect your family and stay safe

Let’s explore what H5 bird flu is, key safety practices, and how you can protect your loved ones.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness

Miscarriage & Loss

The UK just gave moms miscarriage leave—why doesn’t the U.S. do the same?

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

Miscarriage & Loss, Getting Pregnant, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Postpartum

This new at-home program is redefining postpartum care for moms

Postpartum care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. And yet, in the U.S., it’s treated as an afterthought.

Updated Mar. 13, 2025

Postpartum, Mental Health, Women's Health

Women's Health

Gal Gadot’s doctors dismissed her pregnancy migraines—but the shocking truth proves why moms must speak up

Gadot opened up about her terrifying experience with a brain clot while pregnant.

Updated Mar. 12, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Motherly, Pregnancy

Health & Wellness

Maternal deaths are dropping—but Black moms are still at the highest risk

Black women in the U.S. are about 3.5 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women.

Updated Mar. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Women's Health

Why more sex might just save your life, according to science

The study found that women who had sex less often showed higher levels of inflammation, which is linked to chronic illnesses like heart disease.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Women's Health

Massachusetts just made birth control and prenatal vitamins free

That’s right—no copays, no surprise bills, just direct access to essential reproductive healthcare.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, News

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Pregnancy

Kylie Kelce’s ‘Kegs for Pregs’ sold out in 14 minutes—because pregnant moms deserve to have fun too

Partnering with Liquid Death, she launched “Kegs for Pregs,” a limited-edition, five-liter keg of water.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Pregnancy, News, Pregnancy Products, Viral & Trending

Baby Names

This mom changed her baby’s name at 18 months—and she’s not alone

9% of moms have experienced regret over the name they chose for their child.

Updated Mar. 13, 2025

Baby Names, Baby, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Women's Health

Gal Gadot’s doctors dismissed her pregnancy migraines—but the shocking truth proves why moms must speak up

Gadot opened up about her terrifying experience with a brain clot while pregnant.

Updated Mar. 12, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Motherly, Pregnancy

Lauren Luyendyk and Arie Luyendyk Jr. expecting baby no. 4

Pregnancy

Lauren & Arie Luyendyk expecting fourth baby after vasectomy reversal: ‘Our last missing piece’

"Our last missing piece," Lauren and Arie captioned their Instagram post, "coming this September."

Updated Mar. 11, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby, News

Viral & Trending

Gen Z mom’s powerful message is changing how the world sees Down syndrome

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending, Baby, Baby Milestones, News

Baby Health

The government is ramping up baby formula safety testing and supply

Operation Stork Speed is a new initiative aimed at making infant formula safer, more transparent, and more accessible.

Updated Mar. 21, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, News

News

Dad of three boys sees his only daughter in pigtails for the first time—and completely falls apart

A TikTok video capturing a father’s raw, emotional reaction to seeing his only daughter in pigtails, racking up over 12.1 million views.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

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!

Our Partners

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.

Postpartum

Alabama just took a big step for new moms—but postpartum depression care still falls short

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Postpartum, News

Pregnancy

Kylie Kelce’s ‘Kegs for Pregs’ sold out in 14 minutes—because pregnant moms deserve to have fun too

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Pregnancy, News, Pregnancy Products, Viral & Trending

Life

These ‘goddess’ photoshoots for women over 70 prove beauty has no age limit

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Life, Beauty, Beauty & Style, News, Viral & Trending

News

Dad of three boys sees his only daughter in pigtails for the first time—and completely falls apart

A TikTok video capturing a father’s raw, emotional reaction to seeing his only daughter in pigtails, racking up over 12.1 million views.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Safety

Consumer Reports study finds 50% of baby formulas contain potentially concerning chemicals—what parents need to know

Roughly half of the 41 baby formulas tested contained potentially harmful levels of contaminants.

Updated Mar. 21, 2025

Safety, Child, Child Nutrition, Food, Nutrition

Parenting

Are you a Type A or Type B mom? Here’s why you need the other in your life

Type A moms thrive on order and planning, while Type B moms embrace flexibility and spontaneity.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Parenting, Community & Friendship, Relationships

Toddler

‘It’s her world, we’re just living in it’—even brands can’t get enough of this toddler’s iconic shoe moment

A now-viral video of her daughter proudly selecting her footwear before an outing.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, Toddler Milestones, Viral & Trending

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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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Parental Leave

These are the paid leave policies gaining traction in Washington

We know Americans want paid family leave and that it would help babies, fathers and mothers. This is the #yearofthemother and we want to hear more conversations and more progress on Capitol Hill.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

Parental Leave, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy

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Deal alert: Hunter boots for kids are 50% off right now

And they come in all the colors of the rainbow!

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Celebrity News

Jessica Simpson is refreshingly honest about how alcohol impacted her motherhood

"I had to give [drinking] up," Jessica said. "I'm not going to miss another day. I'm not going to miss another Halloween. I'm not going to miss another Christmas. I'm going to be present."

Updated Jan. 25, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Life

How I found peace amidst potty training

Potty training has taught me a huge lesson on patience. Patience to be present, to pay attention to what is right in front of me. To be encouraging, to not rush the process, to not place expectations on timing or play the comparison game we often play as mothers.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Life

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Primary’s top-rated kid’s winter coat is on sale for under $30 🙌

It has a fleece lining AND thumb holes!

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Motherhood Understood

Cassandra on battling postpartum depression, OCD and PTSD

I had what I thought to be normal baby blues. I had a hard time looking at pictures of my son from the previous week because I felt he was growing up too fast. I cried all the time.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

Motherhood Understood, Postpartum

Children's Health

What to do when your child has the flu

First things first: Don't panic.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022

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

Child Shopping Guide

7 non-toxic bath toys your kids will totally love

Plus, bath safety guidelines from the AAP.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

Child Shopping Guide, Child, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Shopping Guides

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Gwen Stefani’s sleek Grammys hair was created using drugstore products under $10

The mom of three looked flawless.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Motherly Stories

To my child: My greatest accomplishment will always be you

No matter what, nothing I do in life will ever be as great as being your mom.

Updated Jan. 11, 2023

Motherly Stories

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These screen-free kids toys are under $20 on Amazon right now

But these Amazon Prime lightning deals are going fast, mama!

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Celebrity News

Kobe Bryant was a proud #girldad and wanted everyone to know it

"Without hesitation, he said, 'I would have five more girls if I could. I'm a girl dad."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

Parenting

It’s okay if two kids is way harder than you thought

Researchers found that having a second child puts a lot of pressure on parents' time and their mental health, and mothers bear the brunt of the burden.

Updated Aug. 23, 2022

Parenting, Health & Wellness, It's Science, Life, Mental Health