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California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness, Fitness

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

The comfiest, chicest sweatshirts for fall (that aren’t your college hoodie)

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

moms sharing experiences abound financial dependency

Work & Motherhood

Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Our Partners

5 Smart Questions to Ask a Doctor About Your Child’s Eczema Treatment

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Health & Wellness

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness, Fitness

Health & Wellness

California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

If you're feeling that weird cocktail of guilt, fear, and "how do I even talk about this?"—welcome to the club.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Viral & Trending

This first grade teacher’s daily affirmation is the pep talk we all need

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending

News

Vanessa Kirby welcomes her first baby—and reflects on finding power in motherhood

Vanessa Kirby and Paul Rabil are new parents! Rabil’s Instagram post highlights the awe, exhaustion, and love that come with welcoming their first child together

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Celebrity News, Motherhood Understood

News

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies are on the decline! Early introduction guidelines are helping little ones build tolerance—and parents can safely start at home with a few simple steps

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Food

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.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

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.”

Viral & Trending

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.

News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Safety

The CPSC just recalled Belivium Baby Loungers sold on Amazon—here’s what every parent

According to the CPSC, the loungers’ design puts infants at risk of suffocation, entrapment, and falls.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Safety, Parenting, Sleep Safety

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Parenting

TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News

Parenting

The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Beyond ‘gentle’: How today’s parents are blending parenting styles—and breaking cycles

Modern parents aren’t following just one style anymore. From cycle-breaking to gentle parenting, they’re blending approaches

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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Life

The one ritual my family always keeps—even when life gets busy

At the dinner table, I feel like time slows down enough for me to pause and look at this little family.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

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Life

How to set up the baby’s nursery to make your life easier, mama

Motherhood is likely to be the most demanding gig you'll ever have, which is why having the right tools for the job is essential.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

Going to therapy saved my motherhood

I was treading water with my head above the surface because typically it's fine as long as it's fine… until one day it's not.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

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Life

Going out to eat with kids gets easier—even if it doesn’t seem like it right now

Like all good things, it will take time.

Updated Oct. 19, 2018

Life

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Life

Motherly nursery tour: bohemian meets minimalism in this cozy space

Is it wrong to be jealous of a baby's room?

Updated Oct. 19, 2018

Life

How to declutter when everything feels sentimental

The feelings and love will remain intact. We don't need to provide heirloom clothes and toys to feel this connection between the generations.

Updated Oct. 19, 2018

Life

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Parenting

10 positive phrases Montessori teachers use instead of ‘good job’

4. "Tell me about your picture."

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

Home

Getting rid of “stuff” saved my motherhood

I believe mothers need minimalism more than anyone else.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022

Home, Life

Life

How to raise a child who loves food

2. Consider the sensory component of food

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

Life, Child, Child Nutrition, Food, Parenting

Celebrity News

Serena Williams’ living room is being taken over by toys

We've been there, mama.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Celebrity News, Home, Life, News, Parenting

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Celebrity News

Meghan Markle opens up about how she’s dealing with her pregnancy symptoms

We get it.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Celebrity News, Life, News, Pregnancy

It's Science Videos

It’s Science

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Updated Oct. 19, 2018

It's Science Videos, Video

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Child Nutrition

How to avoid the school lunch slump—and keep kids excited for their meal

Plus, some of our favorite recipes.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

Child Nutrition, Child, Child Learn & Play, Food, Life, Parenting

Life

Why I told more people about my miscarriage than my pregnancy

As many as one in four women trying to get pregnant will have a miscarriage—and yet I had no idea it was that common. You don't hear much about miscarriages until it happens to you or someone close enough who may share it with you.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life