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Toddler Learn & Play

Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Toddler Learn & Play, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler

Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Child Sleep

Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Child Sleep, Toddler Sleep

News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Health & Wellness

Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

Children's Health

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

That drop represents thousands of children who may never experience a life-threatening reaction.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

dog alerts mom about son's low blood sugar

Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

A thump at the door, a stare, and seconds later—Mom knows her son’s blood sugar is dropping. Ducky, their service dog, spotted it first

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Our Partners

5 Smart Questions to Ask a Doctor About Your Child’s Eczema Treatment

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Motherly

8 ways dads-to-be can truly show up during the third trimester

Eight concrete ways dads-to-be can show up in the third trimester. Learn warning signs, practice labor support and prep the fourth trimester. Practical, calm and evidence-based.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Pregnancy, Third Trimester

Pregnancy

10 things seasoned moms want you to know about C-sections

Ten mom-tested truths about C-sections, backed by leading medical guidance, to help you plan your birth, advocate in the OR and recover with confidence.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Pregnancy, Second Trimester

News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

CDC expands pasta recall after 6 deaths: What parents need to know

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

parents concerned about youth online safety

News

McAfee report uncovers a new kind of ‘stranger danger’ and it’s closer than you think

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

boy signs to stranger for the first time

News

When a stranger signed to her son, this mom saw years of love and learning come full circle

4-year-old Luca signed his name unprompted to a Chick-fil-A cashier, his mom froze in awe.

Updated Nov. 04, 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.

Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Celebrity News

Carly Rae Jepsen is pregnant with her first baby

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Celebrity News

Viral & Trending

A 38-week babymoon went viral — what doctors say parents often miss about flying late in pregnancy

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

News

CDC expands pasta recall after 6 deaths: What parents need to know

The CDC has expanded a pasta recall tied to Listeria deaths—parents are urged to check their freezers now

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

News

McAfee report uncovers a new kind of ‘stranger danger’ and it’s closer than you think

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

Getting Pregnant

12 supportive phrases moms navigating surrogacy deserve to hear

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Surrogacy

News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

News, Parenting, 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.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Grandma explains why she won't buy gifts for her grandkids

Viral & Trending

Grandma explains why she doesn’t buy gifts for her grandkids in viral TikTok

"I just remember when my children were younger, all the LEGOs, all the Barbie shoes, all the little things that just got thrown away."

Updated Sep. 15, 2024

Viral & Trending, Grandparents & Extended Families

Moms feeding kids donuts in defense of 'donut mom'

Viral & Trending

Fellow moms come to viral ‘donut mom’s’ defense when she chose to give her toddler donuts

Let’s stop with the mom shaming already, guys.

Updated Sep. 13, 2024

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

Mom’s viral video shares every twin parent’s worst nightmare—mixing up the babies

Mom and dad said they realized how truly unprepared they were to have twins.

Updated Sep. 13, 2024

Viral & Trending

Mom's closed captions discussion on TikTok

Viral & Trending

Gen X mom learns why Gen Z and Millennials love closed captions

Do you watch TV or movies at home with the closed captions on?

Updated Sep. 13, 2024

Viral & Trending

young child leaning over book, doing homework assignments

Motherly Stories

I refuse to do my kids’ homework

There is a way to support our children, without taking over.

Updated Sep. 02, 2022

Motherly Stories, Back To School

stressed mom with head in hands - gentle parenting

Motherly Stories

The problem with ‘gentle parenting?’ It’s not always gentle on mothers

At first blush, gentle parenting seems like the gold star for parenting. But there is another side to the gentle parenting movement that doesn’t often get discussed.

Updated Sep. 13, 2024

Motherly Stories, Parenting

coughing baby held by mother - whooping cough cases rising

Children's Health

Whooping cough cases are double what they were last year, CDC says

Infants under 12 months and pregnant people are particularly vulnerable. A pediatric infectious disease specialist shares what you need to know.

Updated Sep. 16, 2024

Children's Health, News

Grandma reading to her two granddaughters

Viral & Trending

This grandma just wants to be a grandma—not a mom or a babysitter

"I feel like the maid and like I'm supposed to be his mother. What do I do?"

Updated Sep. 13, 2024

Viral & Trending

kristen bell and dax shepard with their two daughters by the lake- kristen bell on raising siblings

Celebrity News

Dax Shepard was asked what always makes him cry, and his answer is too sweet

It seems the 11-year-old has inherited some of her mom’s musical talent.

Updated Sep. 13, 2024

Celebrity News

Viral & Trending

Mom’s genius birthday present hack ensures you’ll never be panicking over a last-minute gift

It's a struggle we ALL know too well—not having a birthday party gift until the day of.

Updated Sep. 13, 2024

Viral & Trending

News

Study shows parents who teach kids to shoot guns are less likely to store them safely

"Some parents may believe that modeling responsible firearm use negates the need for secure storage."

Updated Sep. 13, 2024

News, Safety

Third Trimester

8 essential questions to ask at your third trimester appointments

An OB-GYN and clinical researcher shares what to know about maternal vaccination in the third trimester and birth plans as you get ready for labor.

Updated Sep. 12, 2024

Third Trimester, Women's Health

Viral & Trending

Introverted parents will love this mom’s playdate ‘business cards’

It just might be the ticket to combating those awkward intros.

Updated Sep. 12, 2024

Viral & Trending

News

New FDA rule will require mammograms to include assessments on breast density

Breast density can impact a woman's risk for breast cancer, as well as how easy it is to spot and diagnose.

Updated Sep. 12, 2024

News, Women's Health

Mandy Moore on purple background - women's health research

Celebrity News

Mandy Moore opens up about her fertility experience: ‘My journey to motherhood was not linear’

Now pregnant with her third child—a daughter!—the actor, singer and mother is getting vocal about women’s health research in partnership with Perelel.

Updated Sep. 12, 2024

Celebrity News, Women's Health