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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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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Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 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
AI bots

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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Friends throw a surprise birthday at Costco—complete with hugs, pizza, and plenty of shopping carts

The clip shows hugs, laughter, and pizza by the slice—all in between shopping carts and a warehouse backdrop. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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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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True life: My happy home is also a messy one

While you've been poorly maintained (okay, completely and utterly overlooked) over the last three years, you've also been witness to countless small miracles.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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The best tech gifts for the *entire* family

From coding playsets to Google home, check out our favorites.

Updated Nov. 01, 2018
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How Jessica Biel told Justin Timberlake she was pregnant

"I was on the 20/20 Experience Tour when my life changed forever," shares Timberlake.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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Yes, I’m a mom *and* I put my sex life first

Recognizing our needs is the first step to reclaiming what we want.

Updated Feb. 24, 2025
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What the first week of parenthood *really* feels like

Half of my hair is dry shampoo, my body still feels unsteady and foreign after nearly 10 months of relentless changes during pregnancy, my contacts may have permanently fused to my eyes and I'm so deliriously tired at times that I'm unsure if I'm awake or asleep.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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How breastfeeding mamas can travel with baby—stress-free

Remember not to be too hard on yourself. You won't be able to predict or plan for every challenge.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022
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11 simple ways to raise grateful kids

4. Let them earn something.

Updated Oct. 19, 2022
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What all parents should know about their kid’s eye health

Parents tend to neglect to schedule eye exams until their child complains of vision issues, but the reality is many children might not know what seeing clearly looks like.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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The most important parenting task you can complete today—and it only takes 5 minutes

We've found the easiest and most affordable way to help protect your family.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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Thanksgiving hacks: 10 easy ways to save time in the kitchen

5. Cook your turkey while you sleep.

Updated Feb. 22, 2025
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15 simple & beautiful holiday gift ideas for the minimalist mama

Sometimes, less really is more.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022
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14 tech-free holiday gifts for kids that inspire imagination

No batteries. No bells and whistles. No bright lights or loud noises.

Updated Nov. 09, 2022
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What Tia Mowry wants parents to know about peanut allergies this Halloween

Moms like Mowry aren't trying to be the "peanut police" or a helicopter parent. They're just trying to keep their children safe.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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