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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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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
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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
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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
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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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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
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 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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Sydney Leroux returns to pro soccer 3 months after giving birth

Leroux just showed the world that motherhood doesn't have to end an athlete's career. Mothers are strong.

Updated Jan. 23, 2023
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I’m a DIY mama when it comes to Halloween costumes

Do you make your kid's costumes or do you buy them, mama?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These are the best hairstyles for mamas who have no time

What if we told you your next hairstyle can be crafted while waiting for your kids in the pick up line at school?

Updated Aug. 03, 2023
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34 real thoughts I had when I found out I was pregnant with twins

I went through a rollercoaster of emotions that finally landed me where I am right now—excited to meet my two little ones.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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Airline’s new flight map lets you avoid sitting near babies—and parents are having mixed reactions

Their new baby seat map may provide the illusion of control, but it's not fool-proof.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These sisters dressed up as the ‘Hocus Pocus’ sisters and the viral photos are amazing 😍

These three little girls absolutely crushed it as the Sanderson sisters.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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You should let your child do homework on their own—here’s why

Also, teaching kids the way you learned can create confusion.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Dear mothers: We can’t keep pretending this is working for us

It's not simply overwhelming that parenting standards have risen dramatically while support systems have vanished, it's an unfair setup that has mothers thinking their personal inadequacies are to blame for what is actually the fault of a broken system and distortions of reality.

Updated Jan. 19, 2023
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Zantac concerns: What parents need to know

Experts say consumers need to be informed but there is not an immediate health concern.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My birth story: I wanted an unmedicated birth but back labor changed my mind

I was strong. I was powerful. I was beautiful. I'd done it!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This viral trend of professors holding students’ babies is

These educators aren't just teaching parents, they're supporting them.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I didn’t just ‘have a baby,’ I became a mother

When my daughter arrived and my world flipped upside down overnight I was totally knocked out of breath. To say I was overwhelmed would be an understatement. And I continue to be on a daily basis.

Updated Aug. 26, 2022
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Our editor’s favorite products from our Team Summit in NYC this year

This week, we're in New York City reflecting on our growth from the past year and celebrating what's to come.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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11 tantrum solutions that actually work

Plus PPD symptoms you might not know.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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12 swaddles + sleep sacks that actually work

Our editors tested and they're easy to figure out, mama.

Updated Jul. 05, 2022
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