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The Kids' Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

The Kids’ Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

Arshiner’s Teddy Bear & Friends Collection isn’t just another round of kids’ clothes—it’s soft, durable, and playful enough to keep up with real childhood chaos. With styles dropping Sept. 15 on Amazon, this might be the rare collection both parents and kids agree on.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
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How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
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Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
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Try these positive affirmations to help raise a confident child

Positive affirmations can teach kids to have confidence in themselves.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

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

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Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
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Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
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Undercover ‘grandparents’ turn a school lunch into a core memory

Parents disguise as grandparents for a core memory

Updated Sep. 18, 2025
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Sprout baby food pouch recalled for possible lead: How to check your lot and what to do

Parents are urged to check their Sprout baby food pouches after a lead-related recall.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Justin Bieber just shared his family’s values—and it has parents reflecting on their own

Justin Bieber’s family values list is inspiring parents to reflect on the principles they want to pass on and live by with their children

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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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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These viral Valentines from Amazon are hilariously non-sensical

Thousands of moms have shared her post, and Busch tells Motherly,"Nothing builds solidarity quite like a mom fail!"

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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The day Amy Klobuchar gave birth was the beginning of her career in politics

She was kicked out of the hospital a mere 24 hours after giving birth to her daughter Abigail.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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We’ve been thinking about you

Plus phrases that can help prevent a tantrum. Are you feeling a little overwhelmed? (If so, we get it, mama!) We see you and all the work you're putting in, and we think you are rocking it, even if it doesn't always feel like it in the moment. So whether you are dealing with tantrums, extra responsibilities or just trying to make it to bedtime, know that we are on your side and we are blown away by all you do. P.S. Shout-out to Ashley Graham for keeping it real when it comes to postpartum. Plus, don't miss these baby names predicted to be the top 20 names in 2020.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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The best way to prevent a tantrum might surprise you, mama

How to keep "big feelings" from taking over.

Updated Jan. 05, 2022
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How to make reading fun: 5 tips for reading to babies

Break out of that board book rut and make storytime more engaging—for you and your baby.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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To the mama who is overwhelmed right now—I see you

Remember, you're not alone in this, you're amazing and you're rocking motherhood.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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Top fashion trends from NYFW that mamas can wear right now

Hint: You already have a few looks in your closet.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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The best way to de-pill your family’s favorite sweaters

Here's what really works, according to a fabric care expert.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
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Our wedding anniversary became a family tradition—and it has been eye-opening for all of us

Weddings are a who's who of the main characters in our lives at a specific moment in time, and the photos or videos that come out of them last far longer than many of those relationships.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Vanessa Bryant shares a heartbreaking post about processing her grief

"My brain refuses to accept that both Kobe and Gigi are gone. I can't process both at the same time. It's like I'm trying to process Kobe being gone but my body refuses to accept my Gigi will never come back to me. it feels wrong," shares Bryant.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Ashley Graham gets real about postpartum recovery on her latest Instagram post

"I wanted to show you guys that it's not all rainbows and butterflies!" Graham wrote on an Instagram snap.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
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We spied 10 of our favorite toys in Kim Kardashian’s playroom

Who knew all of our kids were playing with the same toys?

Updated Feb. 13, 2020
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This is the last time I’ll ever be pregnant

I'm trying to appreciate every moment of this pregnancy all while mourning the inevitable closing of this chapter in my life.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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Where the Democratic candidates stand on paid leave, childcare costs + health care

Discover where Democratic candidates stand on paid leave, childcare costs, and health care issues that matter to parents.

Updated Apr. 07, 2025
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Seeing my husband become a father made me fall in love even more

I remember leaning against the bathroom counter, watching him, and thinking, "I can't believe you're this amazing."

Updated Dec. 23, 2021
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I re-organized our playroom to be Montessori-ish–and it made a huge difference

Is it possible to "sort of" Montessori my child's toys and still get the same results?

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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It’s science: Valentine’s Day prompts a November baby boom

Here's why November babies have *such* a special place in our hearts. Plus: advice for feeling the love on Feb. 14th and beyond.

Updated Jan. 23, 2024
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14 ways to *really* help a new mom

As a society, we still have a lot of work to do when it comes to supporting new mothers, so it's normal to feel a bit at a loss.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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