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Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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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
Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

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
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

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
Cicada

Unexpected visitors took over a girl’s dollhouse—and parents can’t stop laughing

The video has struck a chord not just because it’s funny, but because it captures a relatable phenomenon many parents recognize.

Updated Oct. 02, 2025
Landlines

Landlines are making a comeback―and teaching kids real-life communication

In a world where nearly 80% of households are cell-phone-only, some parents are quietly installing landlines.

Updated Oct. 02, 2025
Catchphrases

Her kids wouldn’t stop quoting memes—so she turned it into a genius learning trick

Kids’ viral catchphrases become teachable moments as a mom guides them to explore meaning, origin, and context.

Updated Oct. 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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Paul Ryan is retiring to avoid being just a ‘weekend dad’

Research indicates the adolescent years may be the perfect time for dads to commit to being at home more.

Updated Apr. 11, 2018
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We kept our baby’s name a secret because we wanted something just for us

It was a hidden treasure that kept us connected, a shared secret we could whisper about.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 foods to fight postpartum depression

Add these mood boosters to your postpartum diet to keep depression at bay.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
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To my friends who don’t have kids—I miss you, and it won’t be this way forever

Thank you for sending invites out over and over, and understanding when I say no 90% of the time.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My cancer diagnosis taught me I can’t protect my child from her feelings

Pretending everything was okay wasn’t working for us. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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True life: I honestly don’t know if I want more kids

Are we done? Is our family complete? Do we have room in our home and our hearts for one more?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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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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