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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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It’s Science: having the ‘right’ number of kids is different for every family

There's plenty of research to support whichever side of the equation you happen to be on.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022
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Rent the Runway enters the maternity market

The ability to rent high-end maternity clothes is a total style game-changer.

Updated Jan. 27, 2022
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The swimsuit competition at Miss America is dead thanks to a #momboss at the top

Former Miss America and mom of two, Gretchen Carlson, announces the pageant will no longer judge women's looks.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022
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Watching you be a dad is more amazing than I ever thought it would be

I'm so proud of you, and I'm proud of what we're building together every day.

Updated May. 19, 2022
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17 fascinating ways mamas parent differently around the world 🌎

From sleeping routines to maternity leave, these mamas share their local traditions.

Updated Jun. 04, 2018
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Do I Have Pelvic Organ Prolapse?

And 7 steps to take to recover from it.

Updated Jun. 01, 2018
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True life: Parenting just keeps getting better

Parenting a teenager is like getting an exclusive preview of the adult this child is going to be.

Updated Jun. 01, 2018
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Why it’s okay for my kids to see me cry

Being okay with tears means to see them, feel them, pay attention to what they are here to teach us but eventually wipe them, smile again and take action where needed.

Updated Jun. 01, 2018
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My advice for new moms: Find ‘your’ playground

In many ways, this playground has been just as effective a measure of my children's growth as any scale.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
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Serena Willams opens up about the trade-offs of #momlife

'It's definitely family before tennis for me,' says Williams.

Updated Jun. 01, 2018
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The wearable Willow breast pump is setting moms free

How it works, and how to use insurance to get one.

Updated Dec. 28, 2021
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Did You Know You Could Do Aerial Yoga During Pregnancy?

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Updated Jun. 26, 2023
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Dear Birthday Girl

A letter to my baby as she transitions into big kid.

Updated Oct. 15, 2021
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We struggled to conceive and I found myself asking, ‘Why me?’

I quickly realized the path to motherhood cannot be pre-planned or predicted.

Updated Dec. 23, 2021
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True life: I’m postpartum—without a newborn

At 20 weeks of pregnancy, my baby didn't make it.

Updated May. 31, 2018
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