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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

News, Viral & Trending

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Nutrition

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

Nutrition, Back To School

Child Shopping Guide

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

Child Shopping Guide

News

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

News, Viral & Trending

Baby Health

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

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

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

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

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

Our Partners

Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Getting Pregnant

China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility

Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Infertility

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

This sister duo created the most viral baby product on Instagram—and changed the game of snot-sucking

Updated Aug. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

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

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

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Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

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

News, Pregnancy

Parenting

When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Most parents are now going into debt to raise their kids—and it’s reshaping family life

Parenting, in 2025, is starting to feel like a luxury purchase.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

This 9-year-old’s first words to his foster baby brother will stay with you

“It was a Sunday and he wanted to stay in his Sunday best, suit and tie, to meet his newborn foster baby brother,” Garcia said.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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

The joy in a baby’s smile: What a viral reunion teaches us about infant bonding

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Big brother gathers his friends to walk sister to kindergarten—moms can’t stop crying

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Baby Health

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

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

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

Birth Stories

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

Birth Stories, Baby, Birth, Parenting

Parenting

Why sixth grade is the year your tween’s confidence needs the most protection

The “sixth grade social shake-up” is real—here’s how parents can help their kids navigate it.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, Child, Teen, Teen Issues

Parenting

When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

In the reel, Mom is working, cooking, or maybe just sitting down for 90 seconds of peace, and the kids are calling her nonstop.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Big brother gathers his friends to walk sister to kindergarten—moms can’t stop crying

There’s something about the mix of big-hearted protectiveness, sibling teamwork, and tiny hands holding tight that makes this clip impossible to scroll past without smiling or tearing up a little.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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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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Community & Friendship

Real talk with Gail Simmons: It’s so important to create your own village

"You need hands. You need help," says Simmons. "It is so exhausting, and there's so many pieces to it."

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

Community & Friendship, Child, Child, Life, Parenting, Relationships

Viral & Trending

Breastfeeding moms can now wear nursing-friendly tees in the Air Force

Nursing mothers in the United States Air Force have a new undershirt option.

Updated Aug. 06, 2018

Viral & Trending

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Celebrity News

Beyonce’s refreshingly honest about her postpartum recovery and what mothers everywhere go through

'I needed time to heal, to recover,' says the mega star.

Updated Aug. 06, 2018

Celebrity News

Joanna Gaines’ nursery is messy (because so is motherhood)

Jo gave the world a peek into her nursery the morning after a hard night.

Updated Aug. 05, 2018

Celebrity News

Life

10 Boob-Art Pieces You’ll Love

Pumpspotting’s founder shares her boob decor picks.

Updated Oct. 15, 2021

Life

Marriage & Partnerships

In these hectic days of parenting, I really miss you darling

I didn't know that I could sleep next to you every night and still miss you.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Parenting, Relationships

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Parenting

6 easy tips for hiking toddlers and infants

Taking your littles hiking is a great way to get outdoors, enjoy fresh air, and get your kids into nature.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023

Parenting, Baby, Baby Learn & Play, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

Celebrity News

Real talk with Jessica Alba: Bedtime might be the most challenging part of having 3 kids

She also opens up about the perks of her kids' age gap and what she and husband Cash Warren do to help each child feel special.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News, Parenting

Viral & Trending

World Breastfeeding Week: 5 mamas who went viral for feeding their babies in 2018

As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week, let's look back at the moms who made the news for doing something totally normal.

Updated Apr. 21, 2022

Viral & Trending, Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

Celebrity News

Moms don’t get sick days—and Pink is just one example of that

Can we all give each other a break, please?

Updated Feb. 10, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News, Parenting

Viral & Trending

These middle school teachers are going viral for painting powerful art on bathroom stalls 👏

Sometimes kid need a refuge and some positivity.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

Viral & Trending, Back To School, Life, News

Motherly

What to say to reconnect ❤️

Updated Aug. 03, 2018

Motherly

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Could Breastfeeding Save The Lives of Black Babies?

Well Rounded's weekly links, World Breastfeeding Week edition, are here!

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips

Children's Health

9 tips + tricks to prepare for your child’s surgery

Your emotions may be everywhere at once, but you've got this, mama.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022

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

Life

You are slaying the mental load of motherhood every single day, mama

Even on the days when it feels like you got "nothing" done.

Updated Aug. 02, 2018

Life

Life

4 ways to bring calm to a chaotic home, mama

The busyness of life seems to have leaked into our home life.

Updated Aug. 02, 2018

Life

Parenting

Kristen Bell doesn’t have all the answers (and neither does her husband)

How do you explain Watergate to a 5-year-old?

Updated Aug. 02, 2018

Parenting

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It's Science

It’s science: Baby talk speeds up your child’s language development

A study out of the University of Edinburgh is proving that saying doggy instead of dog and night-night for goodnight is actually helping your baby learn language faster.

Updated Aug. 02, 2018

It's Science