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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
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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
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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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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
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‘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
Teaching about periods

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

Tori and Zach Roloff now have a baby girl!

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
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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
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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
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It’s okay if breastfeeding doesn’t work out, mama

All that matters is that baby gets fed. It doesn't matter how that happens.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My birth story: I was pregnant as my mother was dying

How was I supposed to hold inexplicable joy and inexplicable grief at the same time?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Bode and Morgan Miller haven’t named their twins yet—and that’s totally fine

"They have such different personalities right now and it's going to be cool to let them be a little bit," Bode said on Today/

Updated Feb. 15, 2022
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How I’m getting through new motherhood without my mom

Over the course of the last few years, there have been tears, there has been pain and important life events have been missed. In each instance, I have found a way to be strong. To tell myself that she would be proud of the woman I have grown into.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I’m defined by fatherhood right now—and it’s been a huge adjustment

Becoming a SAHD has completely changed who I am.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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