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Parenting

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, News, Teen, Teen Activities
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News

A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
Sesame Street
Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
Entertainment, News, Viral & Trending, What To Watch
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Viral & Trending

Dr. Becky has a helpful breakfast hack that will save your sanity on busy mornings

"Try it. It's magic"

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
Viral & Trending, News

Health & Wellness

Doctor saves kid from choking
Health & Wellness

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

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting
Vaccines
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
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Health & Wellness

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

Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play

Updated Aug. 29, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health
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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
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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
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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
Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

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

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
Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy
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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
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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
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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

News

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News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Breastfeeding, Parenting
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News

Mom of four shares the school drop-off truth every parent needs to hear

Pediatrician and mom Dr. Meghan Martin says parents should stress less about early milestones and focus on connection.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
Debby Ryan pregnancy
Celebrity News

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
Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

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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News

A viral TikTok highlights the importance of teaching children “distress tolerance”

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Vaccines
Children's Health

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

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Children's Health, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, News, Parenting

Parenting

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News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Breastfeeding, Parenting
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Parenting

Every parent in New Mexico just got free child care—here’s what changes on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting
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Safety

Most toddler towers failed safety tests—here’s what parents need to know

New safety tests from Consumer Reports reveal a serious concern: most toddler towers on the market failed when it came to stability and entrapment risks.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
Safety, Parenting, Toddler
Mom
Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 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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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Shop

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
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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
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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
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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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Life

The Sunday family dinner is nearly obsolete, but it’s one that’s worth bringing back

Family dinners are more than tasty foods.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life
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Parenting

This is how to advocate for your child in school (without being pushy)

3. Do your research.

Updated Oct. 21, 2021
Parenting, Back To School, Tips & Tricks
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Chrissy Teigen’s daughter wears these hair accessories *all* the time

We want one in every color, please.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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Life

Thank you for loving my body more than I can right now

I compared myself to other pregnant people, both around me in real life and on social media.

Updated May. 20, 2022
Life
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Motherly Stories

My mom taught me how to create the perfect Thanksgiving—and I miss her every year

I spent the morning of Thanksgiving, or sometimes the night before, picking bread for stuffing. It was a ritual I started helping mom with at a very young age.

Updated Oct. 25, 2022
Motherly Stories, Thanksgiving
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Fitness

The answer to postpartum recovery may be how you breathe—here’s how to do diaphragmatic breathing

Just breathe, mama.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
Fitness, Postpartum
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Life

This time-lapse viral video of a girl growing up will have parents everywhere crying

Back in 2012, Hofmeester went viral with "Time Lapse Lotte." Now, there's another one.

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

A Michigan school district just gave teachers a well-deserved bonus

They spent more than half of their budget surplus rewarding the hard work of their staff.

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

What went viral this week: A faculty baby boom + a twin mom’s survival story

The last time these teachers went viral they were holding bumps!

Updated Nov. 22, 2019
Life, News
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Life

Sesame Street’s new show was made to help kids living in refugee camps

It's scheduled to air in February 2020.

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

All the celebrity babies born in 2019 (so far) 🎉

Tori and Zach Roloff now have a baby girl!

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
Life, Celebrity News, News
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Journey

11 simple ways to raise grateful kids

Discover effective tips for fostering gratitude in your kids. Plus, why we're so thankful for you, mama!

Updated Mar. 28, 2025
Journey
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Entertaining

How to create a healthy & delicious grazing table for the holidays

Start with fruits and veggies as the foundation.

Updated Nov. 01, 2021
Entertaining, Food, Holidays, Life, The Holidays
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Children's Health

My child’s Down Syndrome diagnosis changed who I am for the better

I once thought life was about checking as many boxes as possible and grabbing as much happiness along the way. I have since come to learn a good life is one full of love and purpose and my child with Down syndrome has given me both.

Updated Oct. 04, 2022
Children's Health, Motherly Stories
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