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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
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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

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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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
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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
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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
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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
AI bots

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
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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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Meghan Markle wants her own mom, Doria, close as they prepare for baby’s birth—and we 100% get it

That primal desire to have your mom hold your hand or guide you—it's not a sign of weakness. It's how women have been birthing from the beginning of time.

Updated Apr. 23, 2019
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Chelsea on EMDR therapy to treat her postpartum depression

"When my husband asked me what was wrong, I said, 'There’s just so much bad that we won’t be able to protect him from. It’s so scary and I love him so much. I wasn’t expecting it to feel like this.'"

Updated Oct. 13, 2022
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How I created a village with my ex and his new partner

I had to give up my desire to control what happened at Daddy's house.

Updated Aug. 25, 2022
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I had my first child at 37—here’s what I’ve learned

Despite the fact that I don't have as much energy as I used to (coffee helps, but let's be honest), I'm so happy I had my kids when I did. Here are the advantages I've found in older motherhood.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The true cost of my infertility

It goes beyond the dollar amounts, though those costs add up, too.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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What parents can do about climate change

Can you convince your children's school to start recycling? Maybe you could volunteer to wash plastic cups after your kid's soccer games, so they aren't using disposable ones.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
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Amazing ‘Skycouch’ lets babies sleep comfortably on planes

This will make international flights so much more comfortable for families. 

Updated Apr. 12, 2022
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How to make breastfeeding easier—before your baby is even born

With a little patience, some preparation and a firm resolution, you can increase your odds of success.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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New York proposes free childcare for community college students

This would be a game changer.

Updated Apr. 19, 2019
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I was obsessed with having the ‘perfect’ birth

So instead of mourning my "flawed" labor and delivery, I shifted my attention.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My child isn’t giving me a hard time—he’s *having* a hard time

Once I could see his struggles from a lens of empathy, I was able to respond in love.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
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Deal alert: Anthropologie has a 50% off sale this weekend only 🙌

Here's what we're adding to our carts.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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The real story behind the hospital co-sleeper bed that’s going viral

It was first posted four years ago. But is it real?

Updated Apr. 19, 2019
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Beards and bacteria: How germy is Daddy’s face?

Is human facial hair really harboring more bacteria than pet fur or a toilet?

Updated Apr. 19, 2019
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