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Child Learn & Play

A national poll reveals what’s missing from our kids’ playtime—and it’s not toys

Are screens and safety fears stealing our kids’ playtime? A new poll says yes

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Child Learn & Play, Child, News

News

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

The comfiest, chicest sweatshirts for fall (that aren’t your college hoodie)

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Viral & Trending

This first grade teacher’s daily affirmation is the pep talk we all need

A viral video reminds us why elementary school teachers deserve every ounce of our respect—and a significant raise.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending

Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

Children's Health

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

That drop represents thousands of children who may never experience a life-threatening reaction.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

dog alerts mom about son's low blood sugar

Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

A thump at the door, a stare, and seconds later—Mom knows her son’s blood sugar is dropping. Ducky, their service dog, spotted it first

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Our Partners

5 Smart Questions to Ask a Doctor About Your Child’s Eczema Treatment

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Health & Wellness

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness, Fitness

News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Parenting

For 1 in 3 new moms, motherhood begins without a mother’s support—and it’s reshaping how we understand postpartum care

Updated Oct. 24, 2025

Parenting, News

News

Families brace for empty grocery cards as a government shutdown drags on

For millions of parents, that quick EBT balance check is really a check on whether there’s enough for milk, bread, and dinner tonight.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News, government financial aid, Parenting

News

Nick Jonas opens up about what terrifies him as a girl dad

Nick Jonas opens up about the one thing that terrifies him as a girl dad—and it’s a fear every parent can relate to in the age of social media.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News, Celebrity News, Parenting

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!

Our Partners

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.

Viral & Trending

When a dad turned Llama Llama Red Pajama into a rap, he accidentally did something amazing for his baby’s brain

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

News

Instagram just made a major change for teens—and parents are breathing easier

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News

Birth

These are the most popular songs parents play during birth—and why

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

Birth, Child, Child Learn & Play, News, Parenting

Parenting

For 1 in 3 new moms, motherhood begins without a mother’s support—and it’s reshaping how we understand postpartum care

These statistics tell a story of absence—of mothers longing for guidance that once felt guaranteed.

Updated Oct. 24, 2025

Parenting, News

News

Families brace for empty grocery cards as a government shutdown drags on

For millions of parents, that quick EBT balance check is really a check on whether there’s enough for milk, bread, and dinner tonight.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News, government financial aid, Parenting

News

Nick Jonas opens up about what terrifies him as a girl dad

Nick Jonas opens up about the one thing that terrifies him as a girl dad—and it’s a fear every parent can relate to in the age of social media.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News, Celebrity News, Parenting

Viral & Trending

When a dad turned Llama Llama Red Pajama into a rap, he accidentally did something amazing for his baby’s brain

This North Carolina dad turned bedtime into a full-on rap concert

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

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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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Christmas

Yes, decorating for Christmas early does make people happy

Christmas decorations evoke positive feelings, says one expert.

Updated Nov. 07, 2024

Christmas, Home Decor

Life

Postpartum recovery is hard—and we need to talk more about it

This is the truth, the reality of childbirth.

Updated Oct. 02, 2022

Life

Life

My husband is gone a lot for work and it’s hard on all of us

It is hard. Harder than you think it is.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

Life

Pregnancy

What went viral this week: Toddler BFFs & a teacher who gave birth at school

In an age when outrage and anger dominate online spaces, we fill this space with uplifting news each week.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

Pregnancy, Birth, Birth Stories

introvert parent sitting by herself and reading

Parenting

It’s possible to thrive in parenthood as an introvert—here’s how

Are you an introvert or an extrovert, mama?

Updated Aug. 23, 2022

Parenting, Self Care

Life

How to effectively talk to your partner without sacrificing your needs, according to a psychologist

1. Ask open-ended questions.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships

Life

My birth story: Two weeks late in a birth center

I started to feel like a watched pot. #StillPregnant became my personal hashtag.

Updated Jan. 31, 2023

Life

Back To School

Neil Patrick Harris’ genius hack to help kids open up after school

Spoiler: It needs to be a game.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Back To School, Tips & Tricks

Life

Would it ever be possible to have universal childcare in the United States?

Finland does it.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Journey

35 positive phrases for a headstrong child

Plus, how to get the support you need.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

Journey

Journey

The mama’s guide to fall

New season = new adventures.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

Journey

Life

This mama’s honest post about childhood cancer is going viral and it’s heartbreaking

Grab your tissues.

Updated May. 20, 2022

Life

Mental Health

Newborns need care, but so do new mamas

I matter too. I am a person too. I am valuable. I am the baby's whole world so I need to be seen so I don't lose myself.

Updated Sep. 28, 2022

Mental Health, Fourth Trimester

Life

I can’t believe my micro-preemie is going to kindergarten today

I feel so proud of him—and myself, too. ❤️

Updated Aug. 15, 2022

Life

toddler learning in montessori environment

Parenting

Montessori at home: Why toddlers crave routines

They're not crying about you taking a different route on their daily stroller walk to ruin your day, they're crying because their world feels shaken with these small changes.

Updated Nov. 17, 2022

Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play