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Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Work & Motherhood

The model who turned her maternity brand into a lifeline for isolated moms

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Work & Motherhood

Child

New poll reveals how little freedom kids have today—and why experts say it’s hurting them

Digital devices are deeply embedded in modern childhood, and the Harris Poll shows just how much they shape kids’ daily lives.

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

News

Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

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

Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

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Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Getting Pregnant

China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility

Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Infertility

Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Pregnancy

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025

Pregnancy

Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025

Pregnancy, News

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Pregnancy

French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby Names

Viral & Trending

$1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, News, Parenting

News

Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 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!

Our Partners

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.”

Viral & Trending

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’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Why a mom’s claim that her kids are her “built-in best friends” sparked a wave of concern

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Mom finally discovers where her missing makeup went—and parents can’t stop laughing at the culprit

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

$1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

The comparison has struck a nerve and sparked conversations about what kind of daycare system parents deserve.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, News, Parenting

Back To School

Parents say they’ll go into debt to help kids fit in—here’s how to navigate back-to-school pressure

Parents of K–12 and college students plan to spend an average of $741 this year—$200 more than last year.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Back To School, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, Parenting

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Back To School

Before school starts, this mom delivers a kindness lesson her daughter won’t forget

“The cool thing about being a human is that we’re all different.”

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Back To School, Parenting

Parenting

This Disney mom turned theme parks into her kids’ classroom—and parents are fascinated

“That’s not the only place we learn. But as Disney locals here in Mickey’s backyard, it just was inevitable for us to start learning in the parks.”

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play

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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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Life

How I learned to stop worrying as a parent

At the heart of all my questions was one thing: Fear.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

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Overwhelmed by Elf on the Shelf? Try these fun alternatives

Elf on the Shelf—though awesome in so many ways—isn't for everyone.

Updated Dec. 03, 2019

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Life

I am the mother of a wild girl

In a world in which women are told to be tame, soft, quiet, I have a little girl who challenges it all.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

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Target’s Cyber Monday sale has toys up to 50% off—here’s what’s in our carts

Discover the best toys on sale at Target this Cyber Monday. Parents, check out our top picks and save big!

Updated Mar. 31, 2025

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Baby Names

These are going to be the top baby names in 2020

From Ada to Tate.

Updated Oct. 20, 2021

Baby Names, Pregnancy

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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

If you only buy two items on Amazon today, make it these 👏

The Insta-famous Amazon coat and hot air brush our editors are obsessed with are on super sale.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

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Journey

The Motherly guide to avoiding holiday stress

Plus why we're so thankful for you, mama.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

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Etsy’s week of holiday sales is live—here are our 23 unique gift picks

Discounts go all the way up to 60%, making it easier than ever to grab everyone something unique without breaking the bank.

Updated May. 20, 2022

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The Holidays

10 tips to have an eco-friendly Christmas this year

If every family took a few very small, simple steps to care for the environment this Christmas, the cumulative effect would be massive.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022

The Holidays, Christmas, Holidays, Life

Relationships

It’s science: Having younger siblings helps you become a more caring person

They may be little, but younger siblings have BIG influences.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022

Relationships, Health & Wellness, It's Science, Life, Parenting

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Safety

Safety alert: Inclined sleepers among recalled products sold at T.J. Maxx + Marshalls

Some recalled products were not removed from sales floors.

Updated Nov. 27, 2019

Safety, Sleep Safety

What To Watch

‘Frozen 2’s’ powerful portrayal of male emotions & equal relationships is what kids need

And we love it.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022

What To Watch, Entertainment, Life

Life

7 stress-free tips for hosting a dinner party with kids

Plus, easy holiday and decor trends to follow.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

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This subscription box for pregnant mamas delivers the best beauty products 🙌

And we've got your code for 40% off!

Updated Nov. 26, 2019

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12 must-have baby gear items that’ll make holiday outings a breeze

Because mamas have enough on their minds already.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Pregnancy

Is cord blood banking worth it? 7 factors to consider

From cost to the likelihood of needing cord blood stem cells for treatment, here's what you need to know.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

Pregnancy, Children's Health

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Life

What went viral this week: A genius shopping hack + a reminder that 2-year-olds aren’t terrible

You have to see this Disney World commercial.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Life, News

Life

This photographer’s viral photos capture the magic of grandparents

She didn't have any pictures of her own grandparents, so she started taking the pictures she wished she had.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life, Grandparents & Extended Families, Relationships

Motherhood Understood

Vera On Having Postpartum Depression Far From Her Home Country

"I have to learn how to take care of myself and just carry on."

Updated Oct. 13, 2022

Motherhood Understood

Life

Is it baby blues or postpartum depression? How to tell the difference

It's during this postpartum period that women may be at greater risk of experiencing a mental health condition than at any other time in their lives.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

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