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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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Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 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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Most toddler towers failed safety tests—here’s what parents need to know

New safety tests from Consumer Reports reveal a serious concern: most toddler towers on the market failed when it came to stability and entrapment risks.

Updated Sep. 09, 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
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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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What Khloe Kardashian is learning about motherhood from her sisters

"I don't believe there's only one-way-or-the-highway and we all have to adapt into our own routines," says Kardashian.

Updated Apr. 19, 2018
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Working dads have guilt, too

I feel as though I am often just as compromised as my working wife feels. It's frustrating for the both of us.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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My C-section scar is evidence that pain can fade

When I look at my scar now, I see my body's ability to heal, to survive.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022
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True life: Our bedtime routine is the same every. single. night

It is the perfect way to end even our most imperfect days.

Updated Dec. 02, 2022
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Target’s latest store update is SO convenient for parents

With same-day delivery for in-store purchases.

Updated Apr. 18, 2018
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‘Parent mode’ may be hard-wired in our brains, say Harvard researchers

Different brain areas are in charge of particular aspects of parenting.

Updated Apr. 17, 2018
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True life: My son needed *a lot* of time to adjust to his new baby brother

And then one day, he told me that he missed Baby Simon—and he has been in love ever since.

Updated Apr. 17, 2018
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Going from 1 to 2 kids was WAY harder than I thought

Having a second baby hit me like a ton of bricks.

Updated Apr. 17, 2018
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15 Pieces of Gear You Need for Traveling with a Baby

The founder of Passported shares her picks.

Updated Feb. 27, 2023
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Positive parenting strategies to use when your child isn’t listening

Here's how to keep things calm and drama-free when your child isn't listening.

Updated Apr. 16, 2018
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True life: Watching my son grow up is hitting me harder than my daughters

There's something special about my relationship with my son—my mama's boy.

Updated Apr. 16, 2018
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