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Breastfeeding research

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
SNAP benefits

Families brace for empty grocery cards as a government shutdown drags on

For millions of parents, that quick EBT balance check is really a check on whether there’s enough for milk, bread, and dinner tonight.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025
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How to feed your family for under $5: Canned bean dinners that are really delicious

Affordable canned bean dinners under $5 that stretch your budget without sacrificing nutrition or taste when money is tight.

Updated Oct. 29, 2025
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Minnesota mom spots smoke from school bus and saves 22 children from fire

A Bethel, Minnesota mother’s quick thinking turned an ordinary school day into a lesson on intuition, courage, and the quiet power of community.

Updated Oct. 29, 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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Things To Know About C-Sections

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
cesarean delivery

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
Charlie Puth

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
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Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
Harppa high chair recall

Popular high chair recalled after reports of deadly safety hazards—here’s what parents need to know

Harppa’s 5-in-1 Convertible High Chair has just been recalled after federal safety officials found it poses serious fall and entrapment risks

Updated Nov. 03, 2025
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When her 94-year-old grandma on hospice spoke up, this mom heard the truth behind all the criticism

Parenting with empathy doesn’t erase the past, but it can begin to rewrite the story.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
mom talking about "doing it all" as a parent

One mom’s viral meltdown about ‘doing it all’ perfectly captures the math of modern motherhood

Emily’s reel did not go viral because it offered a solution. It resonated because it named what so many parents are carrying

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
mom and son making lasagna for dinner

A boy stirs lasagna with his mom—what he says next melts hearts and feeds a bigger lesson

Her video captured what everyday parenting looks like at its best—teaching empathy, confidence, and care through the small rituals that fill ordinary days.

Updated Oct. 28, 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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Kids with bedtime anxiety are super common, according to a recent survey 

Fighting bedtime is a normal kid thing, but when is it something more?

Updated Sep. 06, 2024
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Work-life balance is impossible when you’re a work-from-home mom

The reality of being a work-from-home mom with zero childcare is full of blurred boundaries

Updated Sep. 06, 2024
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Study shows semaglutide use while breastfeeding is ‘unlikely to pose significant risks’

The drug is currently not advised for use when nursing, but that could change in time.

Updated Sep. 06, 2024
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Target’s car seat trade-in is back! Here’s how to get your 20% off coupon

Here are all the details you need to know about this year's deal.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025
Baby name regret

Nearly 1 in 10 parents wish they’d chosen a different name for their child

How common is baby name regret? More than you think.

Updated Sep. 06, 2024
Mom asks internet about daughter who's a bully

Mom says her tween daughter is bullying other kids over their clothes—so she’s asking for advice

It seems her daughter’s bully behavior is an effort to impress her friends.

Updated Sep. 05, 2024
Mom and nurse says she's not raising tough boys

Mom explains why she and her husband choose not to raise ‘tough boys’

"These tough little boys grow up to be men who are only capable of expressing one emotion."

Updated Sep. 05, 2024
Mom shares what Japanese playgrounds are like

This mom’s video of a playground in Japan will have you wanting to pack your bags

She calls Japan “one of my most kid friendly cultures I’ve ever experienced.”

Updated Sep. 04, 2024
"What I wish my teacher knew" mailbox idea

‘What I wish my teacher knew’ mailbox idea goes viral for all the right reasons

"This mailbox is like a magic tunnel to student connections and relationships."

Updated Sep. 04, 2024
Drew Barrymore 2023 Time 100 Gala

Drew Barrymore shares vulnerable post revealing why she took away her tween daughter’s phone

"I wished many times when I was a kid that someone would tell me no."

Updated Sep. 04, 2024
Mom talks about opting out of homework

This mom’s viral video explains why she’s ‘opting out’ of homework for her child

"The only thing that you should be worried about is learning and what time snack time is."

Updated Sep. 04, 2024
Bindi Irwin and daughter Grace

Bindi Irwin gracefully handles the question of whether she plans to have more kids

"In a family’s world, everything may seem fine on the outside, and on the inside, their own personal journey might have been filled with turmoil and challenges that you can’t even fathom."

Updated Sep. 03, 2024
Girl getting vaccine

HPV vaccination rates stall in teens, increasing cancer concerns

Experts note that it’s the only vaccine currently available that prevents cancer.

Updated Sep. 03, 2024
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What it’s like to be the mom of a neurodivergent child

I am the mom who wishes some things may be different for her child, but never wishes for a different child.

Updated Aug. 30, 2024
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