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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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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Pet reveal

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Diwali

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

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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An age-by-age guide to teaching your kids about the value of money

Teaching your kids about money early in life can help them to learn healthy financial habits that'll last a lifetime.

Updated Jan. 05, 2023
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No, motherhood does not make women less ambitious

With flexibility, we can do both. Or either. It all comes down to choice.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
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11 expert ways to help your firstborn adjust to the new baby

How to help them feel included and set the stage for a healthy sibling relationship.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
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*This* is what a SAHM’s benefits package would look like

And our salary would be $143K/year

Updated Jul. 06, 2018
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What would your kid do if they found a gun? IKEA incident proves parents can’t make assumptions

Why every parent needs to have the gun safety conversation.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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I travel with my young kids to build their hearts, not memories

Even if they are nervous to try something outside of their comfort zones, I know they are getting bolder and braver.

Updated Dec. 02, 2022
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The secret to a strong marriage? Someone who makes you laugh

Marriage and love and parenting and living together and life, in general, isn't always easy.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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Young moms are trending on Instagram

The newest crop of influencers just might bring the birth-age down.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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How to raise resilient kids—the Finnish way

It seems that part of the key to the Finnish school system's success is the nurturing daycare and preschool system.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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How to make your child feel powerful and heard

Our kids don't really need just one more of this or that. What they do need is their sense of power and attention.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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Motherhood is: Parenting with your heart, not your ego

I need to embrace the idea that nurturing, supporting, and loving my child has everything to do with encouraging them to be the best version of themselves and nothing to do with raising a miniature version of me.

Updated Jul. 05, 2018
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Half of today’s young adults want fewer kids than their parents

Finances are a factor in the shrinking of ideal family sizes.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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Kristin Cavallari says she’s done having kids—here’s how she knew

The Laguna Beach star says three children is perfect.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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Partners who do this one (simple) thing can improve moms’ breastfeeding rates

When the co-parent does chores and cooking, mama has time to focus on feeding the baby and getting the rest she needs to keep her milk supply up.

Updated Jan. 18, 2024
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It’s a boy! Ayesha and Steph Curry’s birth announcement features a unique baby name

Their girls have pretty common names, but their new baby boy is definitely distinct.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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10 powerful photos of NICU babies celebrating the 4th of July

The babies at Illinois' Advocate Children's Hospital look great in red, white, and blue.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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