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Arshiner’s Teddy Bear & Friends Collection isn’t just another round of kids’ clothes—it’s soft, durable, and playful enough to keep up with real childhood chaos. With styles dropping Sept. 15 on Amazon, this might be the rare collection both parents and kids agree on.

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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5 ways to protect your son from online radicalization, according to a therapist

A therapist's essential roadmap for parents navigating the minefield of toxic masculinity online

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Child, Parenting

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Mom gets a texting lesson from her Gen Z son—and wins the internet’s vote

Gen Z creator Jason Saperstone humorously teaches his parents the “right” way to text—focusing on when to use the emphasis or exclamation point tapback

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

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Child Learn & Play

7 ways to raise curious kids who question everything (in the best way)

In a world where facts seem increasingly negotiable and science is treated like just another opinion at the dinner table, raising critical-thinking, curious kids has never been more important.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Child Learn & Play

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Study confirms what moms with severe pregnancy sickness have long known: The toll is more than physical

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

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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

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

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

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting

Children's Health

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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Pregnancy

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

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Pregnancy

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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Women's Health

Study confirms what moms with severe pregnancy sickness have long known: The toll is more than physical

HG ravages both the body and the mind, leaving lasting emotional scars.

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

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Pregnancy

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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‘Please don’t come to graduation’: The teen texts leaving parents in stitches

A viral TikTok of baffling teen texts has parents laughing, cringing, and recognizing the deeper push for independence

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, News

Health & Wellness

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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Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

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8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

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

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

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The parenting hack that finally gets picky toddlers to try new foods—without a fight

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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Karlie Kloss welcomes baby girl Rae Florence—and shares the sweetest first photo

Updated Sep. 22, 2025

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3 baby loungers sold on Amazon recalled over deadly suffocation risks—what parents need to know now

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

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Child

5 ways to protect your son from online radicalization, according to a therapist

A therapist's essential roadmap for parents navigating the minefield of toxic masculinity online

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

Child, Parenting

Safety

Nearly 2,000 kids’ helmets recalled for head injury risk—what parents need to know

A popular unicorn-print helmet has been recalled for failing federal safety tests, posing a serious risk of head injury. Here’s how to check if your child’s gear is affected.

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

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Safety

Crib mobile sold on Amazon recalled over dangerous button battery risk

The issue? The remote’s button batteries can be accessed too easily. And for babies and toddlers, that tiny detail can mean a life-threatening risk if the batteries are swallowed.

Updated Sep. 19, 2025

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Safety

3 baby loungers sold on Amazon recalled over deadly suffocation risks—what parents need to know now

Three baby loungers on Amazon recalled for serious safety risks—parents should act immediately.

Updated Sep. 19, 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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These are the 7 movies your kids are going to beg to watch this winter

Time to go to the movies!

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

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My child’s anxiety meant she couldn’t fall asleep by herself

"Can I just sleep with you?"

Updated Oct. 29, 2024

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What will happen if I never lose another pound?

If I never lose a pound I can still hug my kids, I can jump in the water, I can wear a red dress.

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How to make sure your kids get enough sleep during the busy holiday season

1. Put sleep first.

Updated Oct. 29, 2024

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Marriage & Partnerships

8 things I want to say to my spouse the second he walks in the door

1. "I know I am wearing your sweatpants and my non-fancy robe right now, but I did have real clothes on for at least two hours today."

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

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It only takes 5 steps to prepare your family for an emergency evacuation

Step one: Pack ahead of time.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

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Why Joanna Gaines spent the entire day in bed 😴

Because it's okay to say you need a break, mama.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Motherhood Understood

Leah on not recognizing her depression during pregnancy

"My journey out of postpartum depression and back to my son was long and hard and there were days that I swore I wasn’t going to make it. There was not a light at the end of the tunnel. There is NOT a light at the end of the tunnel when you are in that darkness."

Updated Oct. 03, 2022

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The moment I realized my kids had been listening all along

He said to me the words I say to him in the moments when HE needs to hear it the most. It felt serendipitous, yet completely logical, and I immediately started to feel better. The clouds began to lift. And I realized that he has been listening (whether it be subconsciously or consciously or BOTH), the whole time.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

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What you need to know about parenting a child with dyslexia

First of all, stop beating yourself up.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021

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Motherly Stories

To the military mamas, your service isn’t invisible

I see you, whether or not you're the one who wears the uniform.

Updated May. 01, 2024

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Life

‘Effortless IVF’ is a new procedure that lets same-sex couples share the conception experience

Ashleigh and Bliss Coulter *both* got to carry their son.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

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Chrissy Teigen refuses to be mom-shamed over breastfeeding

She had the *best* clapback.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

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Target’s selling (affordable!) weighted blankets that might help you sleep better, mama

It gets even cheaper on Black Friday, too.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Jennifer Garner’s daughter left her mom a hilarious + sweet note 😍

Sarcasm is basically the highest form of flattery for a 9-year-old.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Kate Upton is a #girlmom 🎉

The name she picked is pretty popular.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Chip + Joanna Gaines are returning to TV 🙌

We are so excited!

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

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Life

9 ways to manage your fear + anxiety—and become a more peaceful parent

3. Dive headfirst into empathy.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

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Life

How peaceful parenting saved our parenthood

Things are different now. Not perfect—not even remotely close. And not even always good. Sometimes we still have bad moments. And by moments I mean days. And by days I mean weeks. But still, mostly better.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

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