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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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Mom films midnight bedtime routine—what viewers say next sparks a parenting firestorm

Emily’s video struck a chord because it made parents reflect on their own evenings. Some saw a relatable slice of life; others saw red flags.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
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A teacher sends an unexpected email—what a family reads aloud brings everyone to tears

When a simple email from Wyatt’s teacher landed in the inbox, the family paused, smiled, and teared up

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
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Polar-opposite twins meet a puddle and parents can’t stop laughing

We all come into the world with innate differences in how we process the environment. For twins, those contrasts can feel especially stark.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Pet reveal

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 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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Pink tested positive for COVID-19 (and has recovered)

Now she's donating $1 million to fight coronavirus.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 early signs of autism I didn’t know about at first

I know now that my daughter and I are not alone—and we never were.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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10+ free at-home workouts & fitness apps to get you moving, mama

Meet your 2020 fitness goals in your living room.

Updated Jan. 24, 2022
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‘Onward’ is available on Disney+ right now, mama!

A new, feel-good movie just in time for the weekend.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The case for ‘unschooling’ during the pandemic

Unschooling parents don't formally try to "teach" children—they let their children follow what brings them joy.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My best homeschooling tip? Teach your kids valuable life skills

We can strive to optimize joy, togetherness and potentially an expanded view of what learning and education mean for our families. Here are a few ideas we are experimenting with.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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What went viral this week: People helping people + John Krasinski’s good news

There is still so much light in the world, mama.

Updated Dec. 07, 2022
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Target, Walmart to limit no. of shoppers in stores starting this weekend

Additional saftey measures are being added to protect shoppers + staff.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I wasn’t meant to be a teacher—but I am trying my best

I was functioning in a constant state of worry as I tried to accept this "new normal" that wasn't normal at all. My new "not normal" role was that of: hybrid mom/teacher.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Giving birth during the coronavirus? Here’s what to know, mama

8 tips for giving birth during a pandemic, according to a doula.

Updated Jan. 18, 2022
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Dolly Parton, LeVar Burton + more celebrities streaming story times for kids

Big stars are reading to little kids during this pandemic.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This mama is building coronavirus ventilators from old breast pumps

Mom Brandi Gerstner (with fellow engineers) hacked her old pump for a new purpose.

Updated Jan. 27, 2022
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These virtual musical performances are *exactly* what we need right now

Plus, live stream concerts that are coming up in April.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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If your fertility treatments have been canceled due to coronavirus—I see you

All you can do is what is within your control right now. It's all any of us can do. But that doesn't make it any easier, I know.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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This viral post from an ER nurse about separating from her child is heartbreaking

"I feel punished for having to be the 'good guy.' I have to send my 3.5yo child away. I won't get to visit her. I won't get to hug her. I won't get to tuck her in at night. We have FaceTime, and that's it. For up to a month, or who knows how long…and many of my coworkers have had to do the same."

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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To the grandparents—we miss you *so* much right now

The connection may be virtual right now, but it's not virtually impossible. Thank you, grandparents, for still supporting our families—even from a distance.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Kim Kardashian says being quarantined with her kids makes her rethink having more

"It's really tough. Really tough," shared Kardashian West.

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
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