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Toddler Learn & Play

Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Toddler Learn & Play, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler
Mother's touch explained
Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Viral & Trending, News
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Child Sleep

Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025
Child Sleep, Toddler Sleep
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News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025
News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Postpartum Habits Mental Health
Motherly

10 postpartum habits that protect your mental health

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Motherly, Fourth Trimester, Mental Health, Postpartum
Phrases for Struggling With Milestones
Children's Health

Phrases to try when your child is struggling with milestones (8 that connect)

When progress feels slow, words can increase a child’s stress or their courage. 8 phrases lower pressure, build trust, and keep learning on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Children's Health, Mental Health
Tween Independence
Motherly

7 signs your tween is asking for independence and how to honor it

Tweens crave room to try, stumble and grow. Here are clear signs your tween is asking for some independence, they are ready for more say in their life.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Motherly, Children's Health, Teen, Teen Issues, Tweens
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Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Taking care of each other isn't just charity. It's how we build power.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025
Health & Wellness
Breastfeeding research
Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025
Women's Health, Health & Wellness
Period pain
Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025
Teen Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting, Teen

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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Pregnancy

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Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Willa’s ‘You’re pregnant?’ and Ada’s ‘With who?’ make Thomas Rhett’s baby news utterly priceless.”

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy
Physiological Changes During Pregnancy Based on Oura Data
News

Your body knows first: What Oura’s massive pregnancy study reveals about the science of intuition

Every pregnant person has felt it: that sudden wave of exhaustion, a racing heartbeat while climbing the stairs, or sleep that feels both deeper and lighter.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
News, Pregnancy
Financial Truths Before Maternity Leave
Pregnancy

5 financial truths every mom should know before maternity leave

Maternity leave math is confusing, even when you have benefits. Here's facts that matter most and simple steps to take so your paycheck, premiums, and plans stay on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Pregnancy, Second Trimester
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Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Kieran Culkin once wasn’t sure about having kids — now he and Jazz Charton are celebrating their third

Updated Nov. 05, 2025
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

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Celebrity News

Megan Fox admits she hasn’t slept in 7 months—and it’s sparking a real conversation about postpartum recovery

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Celebrity News, News, Postpartum
the invisible load explained by a dad
Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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.
Kendra Austin’s viral clip about hanging out without spending a dime
News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
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Postpartum

Reese Witherspoon opens up about postpartum depression—and why honesty still matters

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Postpartum, Celebrity News, News
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Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Parenting

the invisible load explained by a dad
Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
inexpective gift ideas for kids
Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Kendra Austin’s viral clip about hanging out without spending a dime
News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

The “no-buy / low-spend hang” trend is sweeping TikTok, proving that connection matters more than cash—and moms everywhere are taking notes.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
Make Adoption Celebrated
Parenting

9 supportive rituals that make adoption feel celebrated

Your family’s story deserves to be honored. Simple, repeatable rituals help you mark milestones, nurture connection and keep your child’s identity at the center.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Parenting, Adopt & Foster & Surrogacy, Adoption
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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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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State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Life

These viral videos of penguins are just what we needed to see today

Thank you to the Shedd Aquarium of Chicago for taking our minds off of the coronavirus news for a joyful moment.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Work & Motherhood

Coronavirus pandemic sheds light on the problem with underpaying women

A vaccine won't be enough to inoculate our society from a repeat of this disaster. We also need to improve remuneration for women, value the caring professions and stop gendered segregation at work.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
Work & Motherhood, Adult, Career & Money, Covid, Life
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Life

Viral video shows mom crying as she can’t find diapers thanks to coronavirus hoarding

"How am I supposed to diaper my child if I can't afford 20 at a time like you can?"

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Life

It’s okay if all you did was watch ‘Paw Patrol’ today

For the next several weeks I am embracing imperfect parenting, loosening up about screen time and giving myself a high-five for every day we get simply get through.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022
Life
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Life

WHO updates stance on avoiding ibuprofen

The World Health Organization issued further clarification on ibuprofen use Thursday.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Baby

Please don’t stockpile baby formula

The coronavirus pandemic might be inciting some panic buying, but we don't want the reserves to get low for families who can't afford to buy formula right now.

Updated Mar. 18, 2020
Baby, Parenting
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Career & Money

Facebook is giving $100 million in grants to small business owners

The program, which will be rolled out to up to 30,000 businesses worldwide, was announced by Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook's COO, with a resources page dedicated to helping people navigate this challenging time.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
Career & Money, Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Marriage & Partnerships

Yep, we’re all fighting with our partners right now

Solidarity. But also—here's how to help make it better.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
Marriage & Partnerships, Child, Covid, Life, Relationships
woman using hand sanitizer
Safety

Poison control alert: Keep hand sanitizer away from kids

One small but important item parents may have overlooked amidst the chaos of coronavirus confinement this week? Baby and kid-proofing our new quarantined lives.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
Safety, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life, Parenting
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Life

Domestic violence resources

If you are experiencing domestic violence, please consider seeking help in a way that makes you feel safe.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life, Relationships
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What To Watch

You can watch the new Trolls movie without leaving your house

It will be available on-demand April 10th!

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
What To Watch, Entertainment, Life
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Covid

These kind acts are the light we need in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic

We're seeing how social distancing can actually bring us closer to one another in some truly unexpected ways.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
Covid, Life, News
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Meal Planning & Shopping

7 easy crockpot recipes you can make tonight using pantry ingredients

And they're tasty!

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
Meal Planning & Shopping, Food, Life
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Life

To the mom who didn’t expect to be homeschooling her kids right now

A note of encouragement from a homeschooling mama.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life
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Viral & Trending

This coronavirus IG post is going viral because it shows the reality medical professionals are facing right now

The reality of life for many medical professionals right now is that they have families at home they have to leave in order to go to work. To care for the sick, and to test those potentially infected with the coronavirus, putting themselves directly at risk for infection themselves.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
Viral & Trending, Covid, Life, News
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Covid

Update: White House to send many people $2,000 stimulus to combat coronavirus hardship

The White House is making plans to send checks to Americans during the pandemic.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
Covid, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, Life, News
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Motherhood Understood

Toni on what she wants moms to know about postpartum depression

"What was postpartum depression? No one told me this could happen. No one told me I wasn't a failure if I experienced it. No one told me they were there for me if I was struggling or there were steps I could take to heal."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
Motherhood Understood, Motherly Stories
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Covid

From the medical professionals to the grocery store employees—thank you

We need you all, *all* the helpers. You are changing the world in real-time. You are lifesavers and heroes.

Updated Jan. 11, 2022
Covid, Life
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Children's Health

President Trump asks parents to homeschool + take stricter measures to limit the spread of coronavirus

"My administration is recommending that all Americans, including the young and healthy, work to engage in schooling from home when possible, avoid gathering in groups of more than 10 people, avoid discretionary travel and avoid eating and drinking in bars, restaurants, and public food courts," Trump said Monday.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life
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Covid

The mental load of motherhood is about to get so much worse

Tonight I'm crying for myself and all the other mothers who just found out school is closed. All the moms who are making frantic phone calls right now, trying to rearrange their lives while people tell them to "relax."

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
Covid, Mental Health
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