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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
Viral 9 year old perfectly writing brand logos

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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Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

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
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

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
what baby kicks tell you

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. 26, 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
Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

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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Mom talks about opting out of homework

This mom’s viral video explains why she’s ‘opting out’ of homework for her child

"The only thing that you should be worried about is learning and what time snack time is."

Updated Sep. 04, 2024
Bindi Irwin and daughter Grace

Bindi Irwin gracefully handles the question of whether she plans to have more kids

"In a family’s world, everything may seem fine on the outside, and on the inside, their own personal journey might have been filled with turmoil and challenges that you can’t even fathom."

Updated Sep. 03, 2024
Girl getting vaccine

HPV vaccination rates stall in teens, increasing cancer concerns

Experts note that it’s the only vaccine currently available that prevents cancer.

Updated Sep. 03, 2024
mom of a neurodivergent child - mom holding baby up

What it’s like to be the mom of a neurodivergent child

I am the mom who wishes some things may be different for her child, but never wishes for a different child.

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
Maren Morris red carpet 2023

Maren Morris says she struggled to work after giving birth due to postpartum depression

"I felt useless in the way of I couldn't work. I couldn't tour. Everything got canceled."

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
Vanessa Hudgens pregnant

Vanessa Hudgens slams paparazzi for post-birth privacy invasion: ‘disrespected and exploited’

The new mom had to deal with invasive photographers after welcoming her first baby.

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
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Understanding my family’s ‘time blindness’ taught me to see

Time blindness is a concept often associated with ADHD—and learning more about it changed the way I view my family.

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
svu dad rules

3 things this daughter of a ’90s SVU prosecutor dad wasn’t allowed to do

"I can already feel that you guys aren't gonna like this."

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
selma blair

Selma Blair says doctors suggested she ‘get a boyfriend’ before MS diagnosis

The actress opened up about the "medical trauma" she still carries.

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
best trader joe's snacks

The best Trader Joe’s snacks we always have on hand for easy lunch-packing

These pantry staples make packing my kids’ lunches *way* easier.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025
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How did sleepovers become the latest battleground for parents?

While the great debate has many questioning if they are safe or harmful, it seems like more parents are opting for the no sleepover rule.

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
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Mothers don’t need to be ‘fixed’. They aren’t what’s broken

And now the Surgeon General’s warning about parental stress affirms that.

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
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How to prep your kids for safe school bus rides this year

Bus rides can be overwhelming for some kiddos, and especially for those with sensory challenges. An expert shares tips to try.

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
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