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California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025
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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

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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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
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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
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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
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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
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TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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Beyond ‘gentle’: How today’s parents are blending parenting styles—and breaking cycles

Modern parents aren’t following just one style anymore. From cycle-breaking to gentle parenting, they’re blending approaches

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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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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What went viral this week: Brothers bonding and twin sisters who gave birth the same day

Here are the stories making us smile this week.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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My birth story: I am a dad and I delivered my baby by accident

The situation got serious, quickly.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Top questions to ask yourself + the provider when considering childcare

6. How is learning structured and what educational programs do you follow?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Brittany on postpartum anxiety and passive suicidal thoughts

"I felt like my child was someone else’s and I was just babysitting. I told my husband, family and friends right away."

Updated Sep. 28, 2022
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8 viral celeb photos from 2019 that showed how real motherhood is

Hilary Duff, Chrissy Teigen and Gabrielle Union-Wade were just a few mamas who could relate.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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5 ways to clean up your pregnancy diet, according to a nutritionist

Simple, but key changes to make to your prenatal diet.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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The royal kids steal the show in Will + Kate’s 2019 Christmas card

See all of this royal family's Christmas card photos.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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Jessica on depression and anxiety during pregnancy

I was disconnected from the baby and her kicking made me furious. Isolation and shame overwhelmed me. Where was this pregnancy glow I had been promised?   

Updated Sep. 28, 2022
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My husband’s company wouldn’t have been possible without me

When you're the primary breadwinner, there are sacrifices. There is nothing like parenthood to make you aware of the passage of time and of the missed moments that you don't get back.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My working mom was passionate about her job—and I loved it

I had grown up seeing what it means to love your job, to spend your weekends working because you loved it so much. You had set the bar pretty high! So, not wanting to settle, I quit to find the thing I would truly love.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How to throw a Noon Year’s Eve party for kids

Ring in the new year with your entire family.

Updated Dec. 18, 2023
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Is the 2020 Lincoln Corsair good for a family?

A car review for parents.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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10 powerful viral photos we loved in 2019

These photos made us laugh, cry and rejoice all year long.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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Lawmakers are working to ban crib bumpers & sleep incliners

The Safe Sleep for Babies Act of 2019 recently passed the U.S. House of Representatives.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022
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Start 2020 on a positive (parenting) note

Plus 10 positive parenting phrases that can help.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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