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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

Pregnancy

Life

The best 4th of July sales to shop this holiday week

Kid's clothes, baby gear and of course a few for mama, too!

Updated Jun. 30, 2025

Life

4th of July

17 must-know tips to survive your first 4th of July with a baby

A 4th of July survival guide by moms, for moms.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

4th of July, Baby

News

The gentle parenting trick one mom used to teach self love

“Whenever me or my siblings would ever say anything negative about ourselves…my mom would look at us and be like, ‘Don’t speak about my daughter like that.'”

Updated Jun. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Dad’s mental health in the first two years has a lasting impact on kids, new study shows

Updated Jun. 27, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

Chicken Alfredo sold at Walmart and Kroger recalled after 3 deaths and a pregnancy loss

Listeria monocytogenes can be mild in healthy adults, but during pregnancy, it can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery, or a severe infection in newborns.

Updated Jun. 20, 2025

Health & Wellness

Children's Health

Little Remedies honey cough syrup recalled nationwide: What parents need to know

The recalled syrup, a go-to for many parents looking for natural relief for their child’s cough.

Updated Jun. 25, 2025

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

Children's Health

Nurse gets ready to draw blood—what this 5-year-old says through tears leaves viewers in awe

Reece’s courage shines brighter when you understand the journey behind it. At just three years old, he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).

Updated Jun. 18, 2025

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

News

1.7 million eggs recalled across 9 states after salmonella outbreak

The recall affects brown cage-free and certified organic eggs distributed by August Egg Company, based in Hilmar, CA.

Updated Jun. 12, 2025

News, Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Canopy just launched a baby bath filter that does three things at once

Updated Jun. 05, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, Fertility Prep More, Getting Pregnant, Journey

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy

Postpartum

What every mom should know about pelvic floor therapy after birth—from a physical therapist and mom of two

By Dr. Margaret Archer, PT, DPT

Updated Jun. 23, 2025

Postpartum, Pregnancy

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News

Summer with a newborn isn’t all sunshine—moms are quietly struggling with this unexpected shift

Updated Jul. 01, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Parent finds a secret box in their teen’s room—what was inside changed how they show love

“I realized how important those tangible affirmations are to him. So I’ve made it a point over the last 15+ years to write things down in addition to telling him.”

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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News

Dad took stroller walks to cope—what happened next sparked a movement for struggling fathers

“To not just be a better father—be a better husband, somebody better in the community.”

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

News, 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.

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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.”

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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

The gentle parenting trick one mom used to teach self love

Updated Jun. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

the price of toys is rising due to tariffs

News

Parents are bracing for sticker shock at the toy store—here’s what’s driving the price hike

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

News

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News

Mom bikes with her kids—but what her son does mid-ride leaves her speechless

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Mom and dad talk behind their toddler’s back—her reaction is unforgettable

What they’re doing is part of a growing parenting trend known as “positive gossip”—speaking praise about your child as if they’re not listening, even though they definitely are.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

Parenting, Motherly, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

Parenting

Peg Perego recalls 3-in-1 baby chair over suffocation risk—here’s what to do

There have been no injuries or incidents reported.

Updated Jun. 27, 2025

Parenting, Safety, Sleep Safety

Parenting

Evenflo car seat recall affects over 36,000 Titan 65 units—what parents need to know

The recall affects Evenflo Titan 65 car seats with model number 3712198, manufactured between March 17, 2025 and May 1, 2025.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

Parenting, Car Seat Safety, Safety

Parenting

Dad’s $61k “salary” shows just how undervalued parenting still is

The Father’s Day Index makes a critical point: if a caregiving parent were to suddenly be absent, the cost of replacing their labor is steep.

Updated Jun. 23, 2025

Parenting

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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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Jessica Simpson opens up about the transition from 2 kids to 3

"Physically it was the hardest [pregnancy] I had gone through," shares Simpson.

Updated Jan. 27, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

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Motherhood Understood

Kyleen on thinking postpartum depression couldn’t happen to her

"I felt lonely, but at the same time I wanted to be alone."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherhood Understood, Postpartum

Safety

Do you need a family emergency kit? (Hint: Yes, you totally do)

It only takes a few minutes to be better prepared for emergencies.

Updated Jan. 03, 2022

Safety, Parenting

Marriage & Partnerships

We both feel invisible in new parenthood—but I promise, I see you

I see a growing love for our daughter that is the most beautiful thing I have ever witnessed in our decade together.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022

Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Motherly Stories, Parenting, Relationships

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Parenting

78% of Millennial parents think they’re doing a better job than their parents, says new survey

Do you agree? Yes or no.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022

Parenting, Grandparents & Extended Families, Life, Marriage & Partnerships, News, Relationships, Viral & Trending

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12 classic Easter outfits your baby + toddler can wear again and again

Is it just us or is dressing up your babe one of the best parts about being a mama?

Updated Mar. 16, 2022

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Raising strong Black women - A daughter kissing her mother's cheek

Black History Month

Black History Month: Teaching my daughters to celebrate Black women’s strength

Mothering Black girls, for me, can be fraught with the responsibility of teaching them Black women's stories while clearing space for them to write their own.

Updated Feb. 09, 2023

Black History Month, Motherly Stories

Life

What I want to say when people ask me if we’re going to have another child

I didn't know my first pregnancy would be my last.

Updated Sep. 08, 2022

Life

Child

6 positive (and effective) discipline strategies teachers swear by

These are the strategies teachers use to help kids listen, learn and grow. ❤️

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

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Family Finances & Budgeting

The 4 financial accounts all parents should have (and how to set them up in under 30 minutes)

How to save money even if you think you can't start a savings account right now.

Updated Dec. 05, 2022

Family Finances & Budgeting

Life

I did all the things I was ‘supposed’ to do to help my PPD & anxiety—and nothing worked until this

It became clear to me that I needed an extra push to solidify the gains I was making.

Updated Jun. 01, 2022

Life

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Life

Jenna Dewan uses this belly mask during her pregnancy (and we love it, too)

Sheet masks aren't just for faces, mama!

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

Life, Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Products

Life

Walmart is testing a new (and inexpensive) health center model

You can see a doctor, a dentist and even a mental health therapist.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Easter

13 delicious & kid-friendly Easter recipes the entire family will love 🐰

These kid-friendly Easter recipes out there that will take your entire family from morning until night.

Updated Mar. 31, 2022

Easter, Entertaining

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Children's Health

Does your child need a multivitamin? Here’s what the experts say

Parents of picky eaters, you might be surprised.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

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

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Travel

To the parents worrying about taking your kids on a flight—you can do this

Kids are not robots and we can't control their every move—no matter how much we prepare.

Updated Jun. 13, 2022

Travel, Motherly Stories

Life

I wasn’t a baby person until I met my baby

Being uninterested in other people's toddlers doesn't mean you won't be a great mom to yours. We're often reminded to embrace people's differences and not put them in boxes, so why don't we do the same for moms?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life