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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

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

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

Dr. Becky shares menu hack for school year

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Updated Sep. 09, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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

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

Parenting

New Mexico becomes first state with free universal child care—what families can expect on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting

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

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.

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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Back To School

13 real mamas share their must-have back to school lunches + snacks

What's your kid's favorite lunch, mama?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Back To School, Tips & Tricks

Career & Money

How to handle student loans while on maternity leave

Here are the options available to student loan borrowers.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Career & Money, Life

Career & Money

9 phrases busy mamas can say to inspire productivity

1. "My kids come first, but so do I."

Updated Nov. 11, 2022

Career & Money, Life, Work & Motherhood

Pregnancy

Tori Roloff’s refreshingly honest Instagram post: Being pregnant is harder than maternity shoots show

"It hasn't made me feel my best," shares Roloff.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Pregnancy

Back To School

12 calming tips to ease your child’s anxiety about returning to school (and your own jitters)

Try these strategies to help you both cope.

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Life

This separated immigrant mom hasn’t been able to breastfeed her baby for 2 weeks

They haven't let her pump, either.

Updated Aug. 21, 2019

Life, News

Parenting

Math lessons start with playtime, mama

Using blocks and puzzles with your kids could be the secret to unlocking a lifelong love of math.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Parenting

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Shop

I digitized my kids’ artwork (and it was the best thing I’ve done all year)

When I heard that one of my favorite printing companies, Artifact Uprising, had partnered with kid artwork digitization brand Plum Print, I was all in.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Life

Paid leave + beyond: 11 companies that have amazing benefits for working parents 👏

They get it.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life, Career & Money

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Motherly Stories

Your first day of school is a first for me, too

I've been acting fine with it this whole time, but to be honest, it tugs at my heart knowing how fleeting your youth is.

Updated Aug. 11, 2022

Motherly Stories, Parenting

Life

Dear mama sitting in the NICU: Sometimes you’ll fall apart and that’s okay

You will find strength you didn't know you had.

Updated Aug. 15, 2022

Life

Life

Could you stay this little, for just one more minute?

Could you call me "Mama" instead of "Mom" for just one more minute?

Updated Oct. 02, 2022

Life

Health & Wellness

Doulas are not welcome with this OBGYN—and it is wrong on so many levels

My concern is with the culture that got us here.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Health & Wellness, Life, Women's Health

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Motherhood Understood

Kate on getting her life back after postpartum psychosis

"We need to look after each other and strive for the best care for families in the vulnerable perinatal period."

Updated Oct. 06, 2022

Motherhood Understood

Life

Feeding my baby formula made me a better mama

I was breastfeeding my daughter, and it was going well, but I did not feel like other mothers who describe the whole thing as an incredible bonding experience.

Updated Aug. 23, 2022

Life