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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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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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Mom sends her boys running to stop their fights—what happens next is parenting gold

At first, it looked like punishment: two kids forced to run a mile together. But by the end, the tension was gone, replaced with laughter.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

Updated Sep. 15, 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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Why #yearofthemother is good for dads, too

The demands being made in the #yearofthemother posts aren't just demands for society to support mothers, but to support families through policies that will target gender inequality and help all parents thrive.

Updated Dec. 16, 2021
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Cey on having postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts

This wasn’t normal. A mother should have so much love for her child. She should know what to do, and when to do it. She shouldn’t dread when he would wake up to eat. She shouldn’t dread living her life in two hour time frames. And she shouldn’t hate herself for it. But yet I did. 

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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You are my reason

For you, my heart explodes.

Updated May. 04, 2023
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The best-dressed mamas from the 2020 Oscars

These mamas came prepared for the biggest night in Hollywood.

Updated Feb. 10, 2020
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This New York City program aims to reduce isolation & depression for new mamas

It's new and could be a total game-changer for parents.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
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What I wish my co-workers knew about being a working mom

I know I am supposed to leave my personal life at the door when I come to the office, but when you are a mom to two small kids, that is hard to do.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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Why America needs to consider paying stay-at-home parents

It could help solve the childcare crisis in this country, says one expert.

Updated Jan. 12, 2022
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This mama’s Facebook post is going viral because it’s what we all need to read today

"Always have an extra large bag of chicken nuggets waiting in the freezer for quick lunches or nights you're too tired to cook dinner."

Updated May. 20, 2022
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8 ways to prevent lice from coming home with your child from school or day care

When the dreaded "lice alert" flyer comes home in your child's backpack, here's what to do.

Updated Aug. 13, 2024
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How to find the right private tutor for your child

What makes a great private tutor? The right qualifications are just the start.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Recall alert: These popular baby carriers recalled due to fall hazard

Buckles on these Infantino carriers can break, says the CPSC.

Updated Feb. 07, 2020
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This mama’s gone viral after neighbor’s hilarious photo of her 2-year-old

This is a text she didn't expect to receive!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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A life-changing new drug for treating peanut allergies was just approved by the FDA

As one teen Palforzia user told USA Today, the new drug is like a "security blanket," letting kids—and their worried parents—breathe a little easier.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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It’s science: Why your child fights getting dressed (and how to prevent the battle)

These simple steps in the right direction can make all the difference between a tantrum or a win for all.

Updated Dec. 06, 2022
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Our 6 favorite products to help soothe baby + mama before bedtime

Our essentials will make winding down that much smoother.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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Evenflo’s booster seats could be dangerous for kids under 40 lbs, says new report

ProPublica recently released an investigation into Evenflo's "Big Kid" booster seats.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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This refreshingly honest postpartum commercial was rejected from TV

It's time to stop ignoring the reality of the postpartum experience.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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I didn’t wait three months to announce my pregnancy

Did you share your pregnancy early or did you wait?

Updated Dec. 20, 2022
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