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New poll reveals how little freedom kids have today—and why experts say it’s hurting them

Digital devices are deeply embedded in modern childhood, and the Harris Poll shows just how much they shape kids’ daily lives.

Updated Sep. 02, 2025
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Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025
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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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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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 $1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

The comparison has struck a nerve and sparked conversations about what kind of daycare system parents deserve.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025
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Parents say they’ll go into debt to help kids fit in—here’s how to navigate back-to-school pressure

Parents of K–12 and college students plan to spend an average of $741 this year—$200 more than last year.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025
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Before school starts, this mom delivers a kindness lesson her daughter won’t forget

“The cool thing about being a human is that we’re all different.”

Updated Sep. 03, 2025
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This Disney mom turned theme parks into her kids’ classroom—and parents are fascinated

“That’s not the only place we learn. But as Disney locals here in Mickey’s backyard, it just was inevitable for us to start learning in the parks.”

Updated Sep. 02, 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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Working motherhood is: Counting down the minutes until I see my baby

Nine hours and 40 minutes that someone else would feel my daughter's hand wrapped around her index finger.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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YouTube is working on a kids app moderated by real people

Human eyes could be the solution to YouTube’s creepy kids’ content problems. 

Updated Apr. 10, 2018
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NFL star Matt Ryan & wife Sarah are refreshingly honest about NICU life

“We are endlessly thankful for their doctors and nurses in the NICU,” Sarah writes. 

Updated Apr. 10, 2018
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Disney’s ‘Little Mermaid’ pool collection is what dreams are made of

Look at this stuff! Isn’t it neat?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Parents go about 2 months on average without a date night out, says study

But what’s good for you as a couple is good for your kids, so don’t feel bad about prioritizing your marriage. 

Updated Apr. 10, 2018
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5 ways women can overcome the gender pay gap, today

Go and get it, mama.

Updated Apr. 10, 2018
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New report sheds light on how a mother’s age affects the gender pay gap

But that’s not the whole story. 

Updated Apr. 10, 2018
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Tammy Duckworth is the first U.S. senator to give birth in office

She’s the first active U.S. Senator to give birth. 

Updated Apr. 10, 2018
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Seth Meyers’ son was born in his building lobby

The late-night host noted that his wife was “incredibly calm” given the extreme circumstances.

Updated Apr. 10, 2018
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Key phrases for raising kind + empathetic sons

3. Thanks for being gentle. 

Updated Apr. 10, 2018
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Touching newborn photoshoot honoring fallen military dad goes viral

Britt Harris’ husband died when she was six weeks pregnant, but he was still part of her baby’s first photoshoot. 

Updated Apr. 10, 2018
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Natalie Alcala’s Pregnancy Style

The founder of Fashion Mamas is giving us #bumpenvy.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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A letter to myself, before becoming a mom

There are pieces of you still burning brightly within me. However, there are parts of you I had to let go.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Cookbook author Ayesha Curry says extreme morning sickness kept her out of the kitchen

The celebrity chef has been struggling with Hyperemesis gravidarum. 

Updated Apr. 09, 2018
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Even Montessori teachers fail at Montessori sometimes

I was trying so hard to follow the rules that I forgot to follow the child, which is a basic principle of Montessori.

Updated Apr. 07, 2018
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Giving Birth with Preeclampsia

Yes, you can still have the birth of your dreams.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
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