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White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

Toddler

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025

Toddler, Toddler Health, Toddler Learn & Play

Viral & Trending

This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Viral & Trending, Child, Child Learn & Play, News

Food

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 2025

Food

Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast

Health & Wellness

Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

Health & Wellness

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

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

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

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025

Pregnancy, News

Celebrity News

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

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Celebrity News

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

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Viral & Trending

This 7-year-old’s drawing of her ‘best friend’ stunned her brother—what parents should know about imaginary friends

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Toddler Learn & Play

News

How a simple gesture went viral for creating a major co-parenting win

A Fourth of July TikTok shows a heartwarming co-parenting moment, proving that calm, kind, and united adults help kids feel secure and cherished.

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

The no. 1 way a former nanny gets toddlers to listen

Parents are trying a “gossip voice” script from a 10-year nanny—and experts explain why playful, buddy-style talk can flip toddler resistance into cooperation.

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

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!

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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.

News

AI can now scan a mammogram and reveal a woman’s 5-year cancer risk—what moms should know

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

News, Motherly

News

Her daughter asked about wrinkles―her answer could change the way kids see themselves

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

This mom’s twins don’t share a birthday—and the internet can’t get enough of her story

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

News

Her daughter asked about wrinkles―her answer could change the way kids see themselves

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

An 11-year-old was about to get her first phone—then her mom came up with a ‘social media prep school

This mom’s “Social Media Prep School” is teaching her tween how to handle online comments before they even get a phone.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Safety

Tru Fru strawberry snacks recalled nationwide over possible metal fragments—what parents should check tonight

Pantry check, parents! Tru Fru just recalled several freeze-dried strawberry snacks over possible metal fragments—here’s what you need to know before your kids reach for a treat.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025

Safety, News, Parenting

Parenting

New mom’s viral shower hack is giving parents a game-changing idea

Struggling to shower as a new mom? Kailey Davis’ viral hack shows how a simple trick turned a chaotic moment into a win for both mom and baby

Updated Sep. 30, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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Behind the perfect Instagram photos are all the others I didn’t take

I did not show you the photo of the checkout line meltdown, where literally all three of them are crying, everyone is staring, and I no longer have my coffee because I forgot it on a shelf somewhere while I was trying to keep my toddler from leaping out of the cart.

Updated Dec. 09, 2022

Parenting

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Amy Schumer is refreshingly honest about the bittersweet end of maternity leave

It's okay to miss work, and it's okay to miss your baby.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

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Parenting

10 Parent’s Choice items our readers love

You don't have to skimp on quality for affordability, mama.

Updated Feb. 25, 2025

Parenting, Baby

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Heads up, mama: Aldi’s cheese advent calendar is coming back!

All the cheeses moms will be obsessed with.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

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Baby

6 meaningful + fun ways to make baby’s first holiday extra memorable

There's no law requiring you to dress everyone in matching red velvet jumpers to sit on Santa's lap.

Updated Oct. 04, 2019

Baby, Parenting

Marriage & Partnerships

Darling, thank you for seeing me as a human, too, not just a mom

All the little things that you do for me, for us.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022

Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Motherly Stories, Relationships

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Parenting

This photographer’s viral breastfeeding photos are so important

Discover why this photographer's viral breastfeeding images matter to parents and how they celebrate the beauty of motherhood.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025

Parenting, Baby

Getting Pregnant

There’s a link between fathers’ alcohol consumption and higher rates of birth defects, says new study

Potential fathers should stop drinking alcohol six months before trying for a pregnancy.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Getting Pregnant, Infertility, Pregnancy

Halloween

20 adorable kid Halloween costumes to help with their big decision

This is the cutest thing we've ever seen.

Updated Oct. 06, 2022

Halloween, Holidays

Journey

Here’s why a ‘coffee nap’ can help you survive busy seasons ☕️

Plus a life hack for a happier family.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

Journey

Shop

Walmart just launched an all-natural skin care line (and everything’s under $10)

It's gooooood. Like, tell everyone in your mom group good.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

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Children's Health

Active screen time has real benefits for kids, says new study

Passive screen time may affect your child's ability to learn but active screen time doesn't.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life

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Parenting

8 Montessori-friendly ways to handle tantrums in public or private

Rule #1: Be present in every situation.

Updated Aug. 21, 2024

Parenting

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Life

What went viral this week: A mom’s genius snack hack + sweet baby doll photos

Discover a clever snack hack for busy moms and enjoy heartwarming baby doll photos that are sure to brighten your day!

Updated Apr. 07, 2025

Life, News

Life

I grieved the birth experience I didn’t get

I didn't know how a birth I planned for nine months was over in 30 minutes on a surgical table. I was mourning the loss of the vaginal birth I wanted. It took me some time to overcome my grief, but I did.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life