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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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 considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
AI bots

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 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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Your guide to C-section recovery: Timeline, tips and what to expect as you heal

A C-section is major surgery, mama. Here’s what to know to take care of yourself during those first few months.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022
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This New Car Seat Will Last Until Age 10!

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Updated Jun. 14, 2018
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Buying a playground set for your backyard? 5 questions to ask yourself

3. Has it passed safety standards?

Updated Jun. 14, 2018
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I always know where my children are—but other parents aren’t so lucky

If I'm being honest with you, I know in my heart that I've been avoiding the news of the separated immigrant parents and children.

Updated Jun. 14, 2018
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8 Great Manhattan Baby Shops

Best spots to buy baby gifts in Manhattan.

Updated Feb. 25, 2025
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11 Last-Minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas for 2018

Well Rounded's editors share their picks for their number-one men.

Updated Jun. 13, 2018
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Thank you for showing our boys what it takes to be a real man

Thank you for wiping away their tears, and showing them that expressing their feelings is healthy and important.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022
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This mom’s warning about ticks goes viral for a very good reason

What parents need to know about protecting their family from ticks.

Updated Sep. 15, 2022
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Millennial dads spend 3 times as much time with their kids than previous generations

Today's dads are doing great, but society could make it easier for them to be the dads they want to be.

Updated May. 27, 2022
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This toddler swallowed a button battery—her mom says ingesting honey helped save her life

One study shows that offering honey every 10 minutes could prevent the battery from causing serious tissue burns.

Updated Sep. 06, 2022
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I couldn’t have gotten through my 4th-trimester without Anthony Bourdain

Mr. Bourdain's TV show saved my travel-loving mind during those tied-to-the-couch moments of new motherhood.

Updated Jun. 12, 2018
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Fatherhood has a huge impact on your happiness, studies say

Like motherhood, fatherhood is hard, too. And like motherhood, fatherhood is transformative.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022
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