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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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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
Morning sickness research

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
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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
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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
Pet reveal

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Diwali

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 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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Ballet is for boys: How last week’s controversy became a celebration this week

A GMA host's insensitive remarks prompted an important discussion.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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What went viral this week: Twins born 11 weeks apart + a viral father-daughter photoshoot

Summer is nearly over but there is still a lot of sunshine to be had if you look in the right places.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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Snowplow parenting explained: What it is and how to avoid it

If we do everything for our kids, we rob them of the resiliency that children develop when they overcome obstacles.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
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My children are in school, so it’s time to figure out who I am

I began to struggle with my own identity in the face of my children's developing independence and expanding worldview. Who am I without a little person clinging to my legs in front of strangers? When I think about it, as moms, we even introduce ourselves in a child-centric way: "Hi, I'm her mom, Sharon." Child first, me second.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Mom, you were (and are) the most magnificent mom I could have asked for

Thank you for always being there in my life and always looking out for me.

Updated Oct. 26, 2022
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I learned that fed is best when I couldn’t breastfeed my son

I got to the point where I just said without emotion "tried it" whenever someone gave me advice to increase my supply.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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Barbra on feeling robbed and depressed after needing a C-section

"New moms are at once the strongest people you will ever meet and the weakest. They are at once warriors and defeated soldiers."

Updated Oct. 06, 2022
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Girls can be anything—so why are we still stereotyping boys?

A world in which boys are allowed to be who they are—just as much as any girl—is a better world for all of us.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Blurred vision in pregnancy? What you need to know, mama

What causes it, and how to make it better.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Dear second baby: I see you, I hear you and I love you, too

As the second-born, you get the privilege of not being the "guinea pig."

Updated Sep. 29, 2022
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It’s science: An element in breast milk can help prevent—and may cure—cancers

"14% to 19% of all childhood leukemia cases may be prevented by breastfeeding for six months or more."

Updated Oct. 02, 2022
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