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Tylenol when pregnant

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
is my toddler normal

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
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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
easy sheet pan dinners

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

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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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. 25, 2025
Tylenol when pregnant

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
Kicks

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025
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Study confirms what moms with severe pregnancy sickness have long known: The toll is more than physical

The data makes one thing clear: moms deserve real care and emotional support, not dismissal.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025
Amazon recalls

Thousands of baby and kids’ items sold on Amazon recalled—here’s what parents need to know

Amazon and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a wave of recalls affecting thousands of baby and kids’ products.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Tween's drama

Parents call it ‘tween drama’—but experts say it could be something else entirely

Drama is often something deeper: an overwhelmed nervous system that needs support, not punishment.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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Before handing her tween a phone, this mom came up with a genius idea

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

Updated Sep. 23, 2025
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5 ways to protect your son from online radicalization, according to a therapist

A therapist's essential roadmap for parents navigating the minefield of toxic masculinity online

Updated Sep. 25, 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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Anne Hathaway’s pregnancy announcement has a message for those struggling with infertility

"It's not for a movie…⁣⁣ #2," Hathaway captioned a black-and-white mirror selfie showing off her bump in a white tank top.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The best bottles for formula & breastfed babies (and mama!)

We've narrowed down the best choices for you.

Updated Aug. 02, 2023
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To the mama who doesn’t have everything together—you’re not alone

My day-to-day is filled with micro failures that prevent me from achieving any semblance of "best mom ever" status.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Motherhood is: Being sleep-deprived and still getting it done

How do people 'mom' like this? I thought. They just do, I would later realize.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022
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Christy Turlington Burns’ birth story inspired her to help other mothers

"That experience is what opened my eyes to this global tragedy. You know I did not know that women and girls were still dying in pregnancy-related complications all over the world. I had no idea," shares Burns.

Updated Jul. 25, 2019
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Lake Bell shares how her home births didn’t go as planned

Bell says that she grappled with some guilt over her decision to have a home birth in the aftermath of this experience.

Updated Jan. 23, 2023
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Shawn Johnson East opens up about the anxiety she felt during her recent anatomy scan

It sparked an important conversation about Down Syndrome and what it truly means to have a "healthy baby."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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You can now buy Baby Shark bedding at Walmart, Mama Shark 🦈

Raise your hand if your kiddo wants this.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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Crystal on pretending she didn’t need her medication

"If you are in need of help, please tell the people you love."

Updated Oct. 06, 2022
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How to help your child deal with the death of a loved one

"The best thing you can do is be present and empathic."

Updated Dec. 22, 2021
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To my 6-year-old when you told me your thighs were chubby

I don't know what caused you to say something like that. You probably heard it on the playground, another little girl parroting an adult's insecurities.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Finding beauty in the mundane moments of motherhood

His cereal bowl is on the counter with remnants of oats and milk. My French press is half full, the cream is still out. I have yet to get properly dressed, or attempt to begin the strange battle that is dressing my son.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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What is the perfect number of kids to have?

I want a family where my kids feel this sense of community they might not get anywhere else and that's not a numbers game that's a culture thing.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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American parents are paying more for childcare than ever before

According to a new survey, 70% of families are paying rates defined as unaffordable by the government.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Bust these myths to help your baby sleep better

Myth #3: Never wake a sleeping baby.

Updated Sep. 28, 2022
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