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Child Learn & Play

Body language expert shares 3 simple ways to raise socially skilled kids

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Child Learn & Play
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Postpartum

A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Postpartum, News
Grandparents
Grandparents & Extended Families

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships
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Work & Motherhood

Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

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Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health
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Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Health & Wellness, Women's Health
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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Health & Wellness Shopping Guide
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Pregnancy

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
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Health & Wellness

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
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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

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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Pregnancy

Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News
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News

One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy
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Viral & Trending

The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy
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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

News

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Celebrity News

Nara Smith welcomes her fourth baby—and reminds us why her version of motherhood feels like a fairy tale

Updated Oct. 14, 2025
Celebrity News, Birth, News
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News

What parents need to know about the Education Department layoffs—and how they could affect kids with disabilities

While the numbers might sound abstract, the impact is personal.

Updated Oct. 14, 2025
News, Parenting
HART
Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety

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.
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Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Education department layoffs
News

What parents need to know about the Education Department layoffs—and how they could affect kids with disabilities

While the numbers might sound abstract, the impact is personal.

Updated Oct. 14, 2025
News, Parenting
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Safety

Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Safety, Parenting
HART
Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety
Teaching about periods
Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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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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Parenting

No, gentle parenting is not permissive parenting

For a new generation of parents striving to break patterns of anger, judgment, and resentment, gentle parenting is as healing as it is powerful. 

Updated Nov. 21, 2024
Parenting
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News

Nicole Scherzinger fought to keep Moana’s mom alive—and calls out Disney’s missing moms

Ever notice how in nearly every one of your favorite Disney movies, the mother is dead? What’s up with that?

Updated Nov. 22, 2024
News, Celebrity News
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Baby

New study explores link between fish consumption in pregnancy and autism—here’s what experts say

Researchers observed that moms who consumed fish during pregnancy were more likely to report developmental outcomes associated with fewer autism-related traits in their children.

Updated Nov. 23, 2024
Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness
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Viral & Trending

This viral TikTok captures what it’s like to parent through exhaustion and mental health struggles

TikTok creator @ustheremingtons recently shared a raw, emotional video that has deeply resonated with moms everywhere.

Updated Nov. 21, 2024
Viral & Trending, Life, News
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Toddler

This toddler’s ‘snack tummy’ logic has TikTok—and moms—losing it

Believe it or not, there’s actual science behind your toddler’s snack obsession—and it starts with intuitive eating.

Updated Nov. 24, 2024
Toddler, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Toddler Nutrition
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Viral & Trending

Reddit mom sparks Thanksgiving family drama after defending 4-year-old son’s painted nails

A mom turned to Reddit’s Am I the A***?* forum to ask if she was wrong for letting her son wear nail polish—and for standing her ground when her family disapproved.

Updated Nov. 21, 2024
Viral & Trending, News
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News

This viral TikTok captures the joy of a baby *finally* sleeping 6 hours straight

A viral TikTok hilariously captures the joy of parenthood: parents singing an original song about their baby finally sleeping six hours.

Updated Nov. 20, 2024
News, Viral & Trending
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News

Jenna Kutcher opens up about the bittersweet end of her 3-year breastfeeding journey—and lessons every mom can relate to

Breastfeeding is a journey that’s different for every mother and child. It’s beautiful, messy, exhausting, rewarding, and yes—complicated.

Updated Nov. 20, 2024
News, Viral & Trending
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News

A one-word hack that changes how we teach kids about makeup

As a mom to two daughters, teaching them to embrace who they are—inside and out—is one of the most important lessons I want to pass along.

Updated Nov. 20, 2024
News, Viral & Trending
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Baby

The preemie crisis in America: Why the US keeps failing its most vulnerable babies

The NICU became our new reality, but the most haunting moment came when I returned home without her—staring at an empty car seat that should have cradled my baby.

Updated Nov. 20, 2024
Baby, Baby Health, Birth, Labor & Delivery
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News

Viral TikTok of toddler’s ‘5-minute nap’ hilariously captures nap resistance struggle

In the video, a little boy ‘naps’ for five minutes, complete with exaggerated fake snores, and then declares himself fully rested.

Updated Nov. 20, 2024
News, Viral & Trending
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News

New study reveals what parents need to know about the link between air pollution and autism

The findings highlight how prenatal exposure to the chemicals found in car emissions may affect fetal brain development.

Updated Nov. 19, 2024
News, Baby Health, Children's Health
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It's Science

You started as an egg inside your grandmother—here’s the mind-blowing science behind this generational bond

Did you know that the egg that would one day become you was formed while your mother was still developing in your grandmother's womb? 

Updated Nov. 20, 2024
It's Science, Health & Wellness
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News

They asked me to ‘prepay’ for my baby: The rising cost of maternity care no one prepares you for

Imagine this: At just your second prenatal visit, a moment brimming with hope and excitement about your growing baby, you’re handed an unexpected bill.

Updated Nov. 20, 2024
News, Birth, Labor & Delivery
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News

Single dad builds $50 McDonald’s drive-thru for kids—holiday magic doesn’t have to cost a fortune

Daniel Mills, a single dad from Hertfordshire, England, is proving that creating joy doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag.

Updated Nov. 19, 2024
News, Viral & Trending
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News

This dad’s toddler-safe Christmas tree hack is pure genius

Thanks to a genius hack from a Nashville dad-of-four, parents are learning how to keep their Christmas trees intact—and their little ones safe.

Updated Nov. 21, 2024
News, Viral & Trending
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News

This dad sold his dream car to buy diapers—41 years later, his son returned the favor

This story isn’t just about a car; it’s a celebration of love, gratitude, and how small, selfless acts ripple across generations.

Updated Nov. 18, 2024
News, Viral & Trending
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Baby

E. coli outbreak sparks organic carrot recall across 18 states—check your fridge now

A recent E. coli outbreak has prompted the recall of multiple brands of organic carrots across 18 states.

Updated Nov. 18, 2024
Baby, News
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News

The science behind why baby laughter is so good for you—and the viral TikTok that proves it

In a now-viral video posted by TikTok user @stace.tts, a dad plays with his baby, whose giggles are so pure and uninhibited they’ve captivated over 10.7 million viewers around the world.

Updated Nov. 18, 2024
News, Viral & Trending
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News

Classmates mocked 6-year-old boy for loving pink—his dad’s TikTok clapback says it all 👏

Instead of discouraging Finley, Doug sent a powerful message—to his son and everyone around him.

Updated Nov. 21, 2024
News, Viral & Trending
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