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2025 State of Motherhood Survey

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Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton

Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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
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
Kid reacts to teacher's email to his parents

A teacher sends an unexpected email—what a family reads aloud brings everyone to tears

When a simple email from Wyatt’s teacher landed in the inbox, the family paused, smiled, and teared up

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
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Polar-opposite twins meet a puddle and parents can’t stop laughing

We all come into the world with innate differences in how we process the environment. For twins, those contrasts can feel especially stark.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Pet reveal

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 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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8 essential questions to ask at your third trimester appointments

An OB-GYN and clinical researcher shares what to know about maternal vaccination in the third trimester and birth plans as you get ready for labor.

Updated Sep. 12, 2024
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Introverted parents will love this mom’s playdate ‘business cards’

It just might be the ticket to combating those awkward intros.

Updated Sep. 12, 2024
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New FDA rule will require mammograms to include assessments on breast density

Breast density can impact a woman's risk for breast cancer, as well as how easy it is to spot and diagnose.

Updated Sep. 12, 2024
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Mandy Moore opens up about her fertility experience: ‘My journey to motherhood was not linear’

Now pregnant with her third child—a daughter!—the actor, singer and mother is getting vocal about women’s health research in partnership with Perelel.

Updated Sep. 12, 2024
Ms. Rachel shares rainbow baby song about miscarriage

Ms. Rachel shares a heartfelt song honoring the baby she lost before welcoming her son

Any parent who has experienced pregnancy loss will instantly relate to her words.

Updated Sep. 12, 2024
Mom talks about changing clothes after school

Pediatrician mom weighs in on the debate: Should your kids change clothes after school?

"I actually thought this would be an old wives tale, but I saw two pediatricians that I actually follow recently posting about this."

Updated Sep. 11, 2024
Kid getting shampooed in bath

Popular hair and skincare products contain concerning chemicals that could harm kids

The chemicals can mimic or block the body's own hormones.

Updated Sep. 11, 2024
Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez reveals her health issues make her unable to carry her own children

"I have a lot of medical issues that would put my life and the baby’s in jeopardy."

Updated Sep. 11, 2024
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Mom is ‘exhausted’ by her kids’ use of smart devices: ‘I can’t fight every battle’

“Half the time I want to smash them with a hammer,” she says of her kids’ devices.

Updated Sep. 10, 2024
Mom shares text she sends to postpartum friends

This woman’s text message is exactly how you can show up for a friend who just had a baby

"The number one thing is always food, but this is my number two."

Updated Sep. 10, 2024
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This airline is offering $2 kids’ flights to Europe for a limited time

Yep, you read that right. Definitely don’t sleep on this special fare sale from PLAY Airlines.

Updated Sep. 10, 2024
Apple juice recall 2024

Apple juice sold at Walmart, Aldi and more recalled over arsenic levels

Here's what you need to know about a nationwide apple juice recall.

Updated Sep. 10, 2024
Five women on life hacks for working motherhood from Dreamers and Doers collective

The life hacks that enable me to run a business and be there for my family

29 entrepreneurs from the Dreamers & Doers collective share their best tips that help them thrive in wo​​rk and motherhood—and get somewhere close to balance.

Updated Sep. 09, 2024
Screenshots of photos with social media filters

Viral Instagram posts and TikToks show how toxic photo editing apps can be

With a click of a button, we can remove entire sections of our bodies. This has gotten way out of hand.

Updated Sep. 06, 2024
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