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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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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
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
Toddler

A bold request at a children’s museum leaves a 3-year-old stunned—and parents debating

Should adults intervene right away, or let kids navigate social hiccups on their own?

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
Bluey

A mom pulled the plug on Bluey for 3 weeks—what she saw in her kids surprised her

It was about noticing that her twin boys were starting to push boundaries, mimic “naughty” behavior, and spiral into tantrums after episodes ended.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
Parenting apps

Parenting apps can plan the party and write the note—but they can’t give what matters most

41% of parents say they’re often so stressed they can’t function.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
1980s parenting

Parents are ditching screens and reviving these 80s habits—and the results are surprising

Families are weaving those timeless practices into modern life—with a litt le more intention, safety, and heart.

Updated Sep. 26, 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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What Gabrielle Union learned when her daughter went through a no nap phase

"I was like, 'When do I shower or pee or live?'" Union-Wade says in an interview for the May issue of Parents,

Updated Mar. 27, 2019
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My daughters are no longer babies but I can’t let go of *all* of their baby stuff

How could a mother part with the hospital newborn cap—the one that, if you squeeze your eyes shut and sniff really deeply, still smells a little like fresh baby?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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From ADHD to dyslexia: 5 common learning issues and how to help your child thrive

It is essential for parents to become experts in their children's learning issues so they can focus on their children's strengths rather than their vulnerabilities.

Updated Dec. 07, 2021
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Everyone’s miscarriage story is different—here’s mine

Even though my experience led to my rainbow baby, I can still always connect to the heartbreak that I felt those several months.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The powerful way ‘This is Us’ is creating real change for preemie parents

Actress Chrissy Metz (Kate) is "still grappling" with how this season ends.

Updated Mar. 26, 2019
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Motherhood is: Choosing to hold my baby over cleaning up the mess

My baby, with rose-petal lips and a perfect fan of lashes, with skin as flawless as a cloudless sky, she won't be this small ever again.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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All the food & product recalls parents need to know this month (so far)

Dollar General baby cough syrup and more.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
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Hilary Duff gives us a look at her real home birth in new, powerful video

"She reaches up both of her arms right at my neck as to give me a hug."

Updated Jan. 03, 2023
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This viral photo shows just how much bacteria is on children’s hands

But parents don't need to panic—because letting our kids get dirty is actually good for their health.

Updated Mar. 25, 2019
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Jamie Lynn Sigler opens up about being a mom with a chronic illness

"MS — any chronic illness, really — becomes your whole family's disease, not just your own. It affects our daily choices, and while sometimes I resent that, it has also made me see how strong I am," writes Sigler.

Updated Mar. 25, 2019
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We tried it: FamilyAlbum makes sharing photos with your loved ones easy

Here's what you need to know, mama.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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10 positive phrases to say when you get unwanted parenting advice

You can feel their spoken and unspoken judgments, and it's really putting you on edge, but you don't want to have uncomfortable conversations or tension. So what do you do, mama?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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3 life lessons I’ve learned parenting a headstrong child

My strong-willed child keeps me on my toes, but when I'm able to lift the hood, I can really see what's going on in with his engine.

Updated Mar. 22, 2019
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My girls’ weekend was more than a break from parenting—it was an eye-opening learning experience

I learned that it's impossible to underestimate the value of an old friendship and that my children were compeltely fine without me.

Updated Mar. 22, 2019
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Amy Schumer’s ‘Growing’ on Netflix is one of the most honest depictions of pregnancy we’ve seen on TV

For 60 minutes I watched a woman stand alone on a stage and I felt less alone.

Updated Mar. 22, 2019
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Chick-Fil-A’s daddy-daughter night sounds adorable and delicious

The next one is coming up on Saturday, March 23.

Updated Mar. 22, 2019
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