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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
Toddler in flight

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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One mama’s viral post highlights a surprisingly common slide hazard

Going down on an adult's lap increases a child's risk of leg fractures.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
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Dear Middle Child: We will find our new normal, I promise

Bear with me as I try to establish some sort of balance in raising all three of you without letting anyone down.

Updated Jun. 26, 2018
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Why I don’t want to call my C-Section a ‘Belly Birth’

The latest chapter in the birthing wars.

Updated Oct. 05, 2022
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Throwing away our stroller, I realized: I don’t have babies anymore

It was my faithful friend since the day my first baby was born.

Updated Jun. 26, 2018
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Does your child have separation anxiety? How to know

Discover how to identify separation anxiety in your child and helpful tips for easing their worries.

Updated Apr. 14, 2025
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7 tips for planning a Montessori-inspired summer vacation

The Montessori way can help your kids feel a sense of normalcy in a new environment.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022
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5 Birthday Gifts that Give Back

Bonus point: these meaningful gifts won't crowd your house!

Updated Jun. 25, 2018
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Why summer is the most stressful season for me as a working mom

I don't have the option of putting my job on hold for two months, but it's also unreasonable for my kids to spend huge chunks of the day in silence so I can work like I'm used to.

Updated Jun. 07, 2023
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I’m saving summer from the screens this year

Because when I was a kid, summer was an all-senses experience.

Updated Jun. 25, 2018
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Motherhood after 50: Brigitte Nielsen welcomes baby girl at 54

Her four sons are adults and she's a new mom again.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
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Chip & Joanna Gaines have picked an unexpected name for their boy!

This baby boy has a different first initial than his brothers.

Updated Mar. 01, 2023
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Chip and Joanna Gaines welcome baby No. 5!

Chip says mama and baby are both doing great

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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I didn’t think I was going to be sentimental about leaving the baby stage behind—but I was wrong

Sometimes heroes wear blankets, and sometimes parents need saving, too.

Updated Jun. 22, 2018
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6 maternity photo trends every pregnant mama will love

You'll have breathtaking visuals to remember that sweet baby bump forever.

Updated Jun. 22, 2018
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