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Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

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Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

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How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

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A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 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

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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

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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

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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

Pregnancy, News

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

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

Updated Sep. 25, 2025

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Rihanna’s family just got bigger—and it’s the news she’s always wanted

Rihanna’s dream of having a daughter has come true — the singer and A$AP Rocky just introduced baby Rocki

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

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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.

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Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

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After setbacks and a vasectomy reversal, Arie and Lauren Luyendyk welcome their fourth baby

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Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

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White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

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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

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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

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Updated Sep. 25, 2025

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Having a second child totally changed my perspective on motherhood

The demands of motherhood laughed at my idea of picture-perfect motherhood. Every night I went to bed feeling like I had failed my children.

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Crib-sleeping is right for our family—and that’s okay

Being firm when it comes to my daughter's sleeping habits has given me restful nights of sleep I desperately need.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

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With ‘continuous parenting,’ we expect more of parents than ever

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The Rock ‘n Play conversation underscores how desperately parents need more support—and sleep

Support for vulnerable postpartum parents should not be seen as a luxury but as a necessity.

Updated Apr. 17, 2019

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We divorced—and our family thrived

My motto in those circumstances, if there is any discomfort, which there was, became: "If anyone is going to be uncomfortable in the room let it be me, not my children or other family members."

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The woman I am today is because of the community of women I have in my life.

Updated Apr. 16, 2019

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I loved breastfeeding my son—and that was totally surprising

When my obstetrician asked me my plans around breastfeeding, without hesitation I told her we were going straight to formula. Everything changed once my son was born.

Updated Apr. 16, 2019

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Updated Aug. 24, 2022

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Why the bedtime ritual is a powerful moment of connection with your kids

Bedtime is perfect for providing the quiet space needed for kids to use their voices, express themselves, talk about doubts or fears, tell you about silly things that happened or share their favorite parts of the day.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022

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