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This nutritionist couldn’t find clean supplements for her neurodivergent son, so she made her own

How one nutritionist's kitchen experiments became a mission to help other parents.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025
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The mom using AI to cut 97% of her mental load—and find more time for her kids

She’s using AI to handle everything from meal planning to meltdown-proof morning routines, freeing up her brain for the part of parenting she loves most.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
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The $3 item parents swear by for keeping babies and toddlers entertained on flights

One mom’s low-lift, genius solution is earning high praise from parents—and it costs less than your airport coffee: painter’s tape.

Updated Aug. 11, 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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The number of working moms with young kids just hit a 3-year low — here’s why

Child care costs, rigid schedules, and shrinking flexibility are forcing many to ask: how long can I really keep this going?

Updated Aug. 12, 2025
Boy mom

Why parents are calling out this ‘boy mom’ post about her son’s future girlfriend

“I’m a boy mom and one day, some teenage girl is gonna break his heart… and I’m gonna have to square up with a 16-year-old.”

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
AI in parenting

The mom using AI to cut 97% of her mental load—and find more time for her kids

She’s using AI to handle everything from meal planning to meltdown-proof morning routines, freeing up her brain for the part of parenting she loves most.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
Emergency call

When late-night missed calls from your kid send you into panic mode — and the ‘emergency’ turns out to be a login code

A recent TikTok from mom Meredith Thornton perfectly captured this phenomenon—waking up to multiple missed calls from her 18-year-old son Van, only to discover he needed a Microsoft code.

Updated Aug. 11, 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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10 ways to parent like an Austrian—where trust goes a long way, mama

When I moved to Austria, a lot of what I thought to be true about child care was turned on its head.

Updated Aug. 02, 2022
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5 ways to manage nausea during pregnancy—naturally

Although there's no "cure" for nausea in pregnancy, there are many tricks you can try to ease your symptoms.

Updated Dec. 14, 2021
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10 tips on how to eat well while traveling with toddlers

Because one of the best parts of any new place is the food. 🥑

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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I wanted to make sure my oldest felt seen when the new baby arrived—so I did these 5 things

It helped my oldest feel seen and validated while we navigated these new waters.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
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This powerful new app for working moms is ah-mazing

When time is truly at a premium—a session swapping business cards can be hard to prioritize. Shapr wants to change all that.

Updated Jul. 18, 2018
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The response to Ali Fedotowsky’s vulnerable post about her post-baby body was incredibly powerful

"I had no idea how many women needed to see that post," Fedotowsky shares.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
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9 Baby Brands Having Major Swimsuit Sales Right Now!

Snatch up some swim essentials for your little one at discounted prices!

Updated Oct. 15, 2021
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Amazon Prime Day: 10 magical nursery must-haves

Discover must-have nursery items on Amazon Prime Day to create a dreamy space for your little one. Shop and save today!

Updated Mar. 28, 2025
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True life: I wake up feeling exhausted every day

Sometimes I look at my husband and say, "I think if I could sleep for about five days, then I would feel rested again."

Updated Jul. 17, 2018
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This Sports Illustrated model mama breastfeeding on the catwalk is everything 👏

Martin hopes that her moment in the spotlight can help other mamas feel comfortablenursing when and where they feel like it.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
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Your baby’s cries now could hint at what they’ll sound like as adults later, says new study

"In utero, you have a lot of different things that can alter and impact your life — not only as a baby, but also at an adult stage," one of the authors of the study, Nicolas Mathevon, told the New York Times.

Updated Jul. 17, 2018
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What It’s Like Being Pregnant with 1.1 Million People Watching on Instagram

How Insta-star Chriselle Lim copes with being pregnant in public.

Updated Jul. 16, 2018
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Don’t make your child say ‘I’m sorry’—what to do instead

While manners are important and apologies are necessary, saying sorry often doesn't teach compassion.

Updated Aug. 27, 2022
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Dear Amazon Prime Day—are you the answer to my mental load or are you adding to it?

What would I do if I had five Echo Dots? I don't know, but let's find out because they're only $29! THESE DOTS ARE THE TICKET TO EFFICIENCY.

Updated Jul. 16, 2018
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