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White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

Toddler

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025

Toddler, Toddler Health, Toddler Learn & Play

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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Viral & Trending, Child, Child Learn & Play, News

Food

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 2025

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Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

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Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast

Health & Wellness

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

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

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

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

Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, News

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

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Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Car Seat Safety

Hundreds of thousands of car seats pulled: What parents need to know now

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Car Seat Safety, News, Parenting, Safety

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Parents are praising this viral reel of a dad teaching his daughter that curiosity is kindness

Child development experts say moments like these matter for more than just manners. They’re foundational for raising empathetic kids

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

Parenting

This screen-time reset hack is transforming routines in families everywhere

Child development experts emphasize that routines and clear boundaries reduce decision fatigue for kids

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Parenting, 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.

Celebrity News

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.

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Viral & Trending

This 7-year-old’s drawing of her ‘best friend’ stunned her brother—what parents should know about imaginary friends

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Toddler Learn & Play

News

How a simple gesture went viral for creating a major co-parenting win

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

The no. 1 way a former nanny gets toddlers to listen

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Car Seat Safety

Hundreds of thousands of car seats pulled: What parents need to know now

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Car Seat Safety, News, Parenting, Safety

Viral & Trending

Parents are praising this viral reel of a dad teaching his daughter that curiosity is kindness

Child development experts say moments like these matter for more than just manners. They’re foundational for raising empathetic kids

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

Parenting

This screen-time reset hack is transforming routines in families everywhere

Child development experts emphasize that routines and clear boundaries reduce decision fatigue for kids

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Her daughter asked about wrinkles―her answer could change the way kids see themselves

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

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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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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

Celebrity News, Life, News, Postpartum, Pregnancy

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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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Life

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

Life, News

Marriage & Partnerships

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

Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Relationships

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Baby Names

These are predicted to be the top 20 baby names in 2020

Mama, you have to see these.

Updated Jan. 03, 2022

Baby Names, Pregnancy

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Home Decor

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

Home Decor, Child, Child Learn & Play, Home, Life

Community & Friendship

Peer support workers are a new—but growing—way mothers can get the mental health help they need

Because you don't have to struggle alone, mama.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Community & Friendship, Life, Relationships

Valentines Day

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

Valentines Day, Getting Pregnant

Women's Health

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

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Life

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I tried Meghan Markle’s favorite stretch mark oil (and it’s under $40)

Trust me when I say this: It's worth it.

Updated May. 23, 2022

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Life

This isn’t my first baby—but I still need your support more than ever

The truth is, no matter how old my children are, no matter how independent the big ones get, no matter how "put together" I may appear, I humbly share that I am not always managing this very well all on my own. Please know I still need you.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022

Life

Toddler Shopping Guides

Montessori travel toys for little nomads

Boredom is now a thing of the past.

Updated Apr. 08, 2025

Toddler Shopping Guides, Travel

Child

Montessori at home: 5 reading games to play with your child

Get young learners excited about reading with these early reading games. (Spoiler: They're so fun!)

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

Health & Wellness

Giving birth under general anesthesia increases your odds of getting PPD by 54%

This research underscores the importance of postpartum support for mothers.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Health & Wellness, Life, Women's Health

Life

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

Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships

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Motherhood Understood

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

Motherhood Understood, Postpartum