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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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 just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
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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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This TikTok mom doesn’t understand why kids no longer open birthday presents at their parties

“Apparently, in the year of 2023, we stop opening presents at birthday parties,” she said.

Updated Aug. 02, 2024
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Mom laments the stress of kids’ travel sports: ‘There’s no fun time anymore’

“We've taken the opportunity for sports away from kids,” she said.

Updated Aug. 02, 2024
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Parenting is a full-contact sport

My daughter pulls at earlobes like she’s yanking apples from a tree. I love it, and it’s adorable, but sometimes I need to take a breath.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
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Doctor has solution to making kids less afraid of shots

He calls it the "Ouchless Jab Challenge."

Updated Mar. 31, 2025
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This mom’s dying wish was to help her daughter find a wedding dress—so they did

"They made me pop champagne and asked a million questions about my non-existent future husband"

Updated Aug. 02, 2024
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The infant mortality rate in the U.S. is rising for the first time in over 22 years

There are many factors that could contribute to a rising infant mortality rate, as experts point out.

Updated Aug. 02, 2024
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Adorable baby goes viral for signing with her deaf grandparents

Turns out, learning sign language comes naturally to lots of babies.

Updated Aug. 02, 2024
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Chrissy Teigen shares son Miles’ diabetes diagnosis after fans spot his glucose monitor

Miles received his diagnosis after being hospitalized for an unrelated bacterial infection.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
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If your kids act worse around you, there might be a (very good) reason why

For every moment at her worst, she always makes it up to me with a thousand of her at her very, very best.

Updated Aug. 01, 2024
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Parents say back-to-school costs are way too high this year

70% of parents believe schools ask them to buy too much for the back-to-school season

Updated Aug. 01, 2024
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Stephen Colbert and Seth Meyers nail what it’s like to have an eldest daughter

"You had a girl first. When you had your boys, did you think, 'Oh my God, what's wrong with them?'"

Updated Aug. 01, 2024
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Loving an autistic child in an intense, sensory world

My son feels the world like a boy without skin to protect him.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
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How one mom’s health struggle led to a non-toxic revolution

Branch Basic's co-founder Allison Evans on detoxifying our homes one cleaning product at a time.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
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This mom’s secret to easing separation anxiety is just as heartwarming as it is effective

What a sweet method to help your kid (and yourself) feel better about school drop off.

Updated Jul. 05, 2024
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Teacher goes viral with ‘Welcome to Kindergarten’ song—watch the video here

Whether you have a child starting kindergarten or not, you're gonna want to watch Dwayne Reed's video.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
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