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Parenting

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
Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, News, Teen, Teen Activities
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News

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
News, Viral & Trending
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Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
Entertainment, News, Viral & Trending, What To Watch
Dr. Becky shares menu hack for school year
Viral & Trending

Dr. Becky has a helpful breakfast hack that will save your sanity on busy mornings

"Try it. It's magic"

Updated Sep. 05, 2025
Viral & Trending, News

Health & Wellness

Doctor saves kid from choking
Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting
Vaccines
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
Children's Health, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, News, Parenting
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Health & Wellness

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play

Updated Aug. 29, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health
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Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025
Baby Health, Baby, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News
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Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health
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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

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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Celebrity News

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy
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Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025
Baby Names
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Pregnancy

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
Pregnancy
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Pregnancy

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
Pregnancy, News

News

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News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Breastfeeding, Parenting
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News

Mom of four shares the school drop-off truth every parent needs to hear

Pediatrician and mom Dr. Meghan Martin says parents should stress less about early milestones and focus on connection.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
Debby Ryan pregnancy
Celebrity News

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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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News

A viral TikTok highlights the importance of teaching children “distress tolerance”

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Vaccines
Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Children's Health, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, News, Parenting

Parenting

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News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
News, Breastfeeding, Parenting
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Parenting

Every parent in New Mexico just got free child care—here’s what changes on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting
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Safety

Most toddler towers failed safety tests—here’s what parents need to know

New safety tests from Consumer Reports reveal a serious concern: most toddler towers on the market failed when it came to stability and entrapment risks.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
Safety, Parenting, Toddler
Mom
Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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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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Parenting

6 Things You Should Know About The First Year of Motherhood

Baby Chick shares some of the things she learned as a mom.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
Parenting
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Life

This is motherhood: A story of HELLP Syndrome + the NICU

We were so thrilled to get our baby home after four months in the NICU, but that was when the reality of everything that happened hit me.

Updated Oct. 16, 2018
Life
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Life

5 ways to prepare your body for labor—from strength training to meditation

Practice in self-awareness and strength will aid you to confidently work with your body during labor and to heal efficiently postpartum.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Life
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Life

How parents can cope with their *own* separation anxiety

As parents, we are all familiar with separation anxiety and know how tricky it can sometimes be to navigate our lives with a baby or toddler's strong feelings about us leaving—but what about ours?

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Life
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Life

Ditching social media comparison saved my motherhood

To an exhausted mama who is barely hanging in there, sometimes those photos are hard gut punches that can leave her reeling from guilt and feelings of inadequacy. To that mom, here's what I want to remind you of today: It's all an illusion.

Updated Dec. 28, 2021
Life
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Home Shopping Guides

Alert, mamas: Target’s toy section is getting a major makeover

Just in time for Christmas.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023
Home Shopping Guides, Child, Child Shopping Guide, Home, Life, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Shopping Guides
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Miscarriage & Loss

It’s Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day and grieving parents have a message they want to share

They don't need to be told that "everything happens for a reason." They don't need to be told that they can try again.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021
Miscarriage & Loss, Getting Pregnant, Life, News, Pregnancy
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Parenting

No guilt, mama: Day care is good for your child’s social + emotional development

You're giving your kids a social and behavioral boost if they're in day care.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Parenting
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Celebrity News

There is nothing more masculine than babywearing—and these celebrity dads prove it

These five celebrity dads may not win Piers Morgan's approval, but they've got ours.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
Celebrity News, Life, News
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Celebrity News

Pippa Middleton gave birth to a healthy baby boy!

Prince Louis has a new cousin and playmate.

Updated Oct. 16, 2018
Celebrity News
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Motherhood Understood

Hannah on her postpartum bipolar diagnosis

Hello. I’m Hannah. I’m many things–a mum, a wife, a daughter, a sister, an HR professional. I have recently become the owner of a tech start-up. I have a degree in psychology. I’m a friend to so many beautiful people. I also have Bipolar Disorder.

Updated Sep. 23, 2022
Motherhood Understood, Motherly Stories
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Life

The antidote to my parenting anxiety

You'd gotten the best of me again, stealing time I should have spent doing anything other than obsessing over the multitude of awful things that could have (but didn't!) happen to my family.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Life
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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

20 easy-to-wear pieces to update your fall wardrobe🍂

From the perfect plaid flannel to bold cardigan dusters that turn any T-shirt and jeans into an unforgettable look, getting dressed doesn't have to be complicated.

Updated Sep. 06, 2023
Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Beauty & Style
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Shop

The top 40 toys kids will want this season—according to kids

We've got some intel for your holiday shopping, mama.

Updated Oct. 15, 2018
Shop
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Celebrity News

Meghan Markle’s pregnancy: What we know so far

Discover what we know about Meghan Markle's pregnancy and how it resonates with parents everywhere.

Updated Apr. 14, 2025
Celebrity News, Life, News
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Viral & Trending

This mom’s post about a toddler’s tantrum at Target goes viral for the best reason

Sometimes, it's okay to talk to strangers.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023
Viral & Trending, Child, Child Learn & Play, Life, News, Parenting
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Celebrity News

Meghan Markle is pregnant! Congratulations to Prince Harry and the Duchess 🎉

Exciting news for parents! Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are having a baby. Join the celebration of this royal journey!

Updated Apr. 14, 2025
Celebrity News, Life, News
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Postpartum

I finally realized I had postpartum anxiety—and everything changed

When my oldest son would fall asleep in my arms, I wouldn't grab my phone for a picture. Instead, I would start Googling. How long should newborns sleep? Should you wake a sleeping baby? Can you spoil an infant? From the moment he shut his eyes, I would worry about what I was doing wrong.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Postpartum, Motherly Stories
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Baby Learn & Play

Do babies get bored? Yes—and it’s good for them

It's healthy for babied to have scheduled unscheduled downtimes when they are allowed to play alone, without structure.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
Baby Learn & Play, Baby, Parenting
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Life

Remember mama, your toddler is human, too

Sometimes slowing down and lowering my expectations—both of myself and my son—makes all the difference. Sometimes simply acknowledging that we both need a little extra validation and a lot of extra grace is huge.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Life
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