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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
Viral 9 year old perfectly writing brand logos

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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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
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
what baby kicks tell you

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Parenting apps

Parenting apps can plan the party and write the note—but they can’t give what matters most

41% of parents say they’re often so stressed they can’t function.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
1980s parenting

Parents are ditching screens and reviving these 80s habits—and the results are surprising

Families are weaving those timeless practices into modern life—with a litt le more intention, safety, and heart.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

Updated Sep. 26, 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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Infant in the hospital

The infant mortality rate in the U.S. is rising for the first time in over 22 years

There are many factors that could contribute to a rising infant mortality rate, as experts point out.

Updated Aug. 02, 2024
Baby signing to deaf grandparents

Adorable baby goes viral for signing with her deaf grandparents

Turns out, learning sign language comes naturally to lots of babies.

Updated Aug. 02, 2024
Chrissy Teigen at the Olympics with her oldest kids

Chrissy Teigen shares son Miles’ diabetes diagnosis after fans spot his glucose monitor

Miles received his diagnosis after being hospitalized for an unrelated bacterial infection.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
mom trying to console an upset toddler- why does my child only act out with me

If your kids act worse around you, there might be a (very good) reason why

For every moment at her worst, she always makes it up to me with a thousand of her at her very, very best.

Updated Aug. 01, 2024
Mom and daughter back-to-school shopping

Parents say back-to-school costs are way too high this year

70% of parents believe schools ask them to buy too much for the back-to-school season

Updated Aug. 01, 2024
Stephen Colbert and Seth Meyers

Stephen Colbert and Seth Meyers nail what it’s like to have an eldest daughter

"You had a girl first. When you had your boys, did you think, 'Oh my God, what's wrong with them?'"

Updated Aug. 01, 2024
child hugging his mom

Loving an autistic child in an intense, sensory world

My son feels the world like a boy without skin to protect him.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
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How one mom’s health struggle led to a non-toxic revolution

Branch Basic's co-founder Allison Evans on detoxifying our homes one cleaning product at a time.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
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This mom’s secret to easing separation anxiety is just as heartwarming as it is effective

What a sweet method to help your kid (and yourself) feel better about school drop off.

Updated Jul. 05, 2024
Three screenshots of educator singing viral kindergarten song

Teacher goes viral with ‘Welcome to Kindergarten’ song—watch the video here

Whether you have a child starting kindergarten or not, you're gonna want to watch Dwayne Reed's video.

Updated Jul. 31, 2024
child holding a pen and wrirtng

4 ways to avoid summer camp scaries with a vision board

Before your kids head off to camp this summer, make a vision board with them to get them excited and anticipate positive feelings about their camp experience.

Updated Jul. 30, 2024
Mom's viral video about school day hours

Mom’s hilarious skit nails how school day hours were probably chosen

"Don't they have, like a great aunt or a grandparent or something?"

Updated Jul. 30, 2024
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds with big family on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Ryan Reynolds reveals baby #4 is a boy during meeting with a father who lost his son

He met with a father who previously lost his son, a huge Deadpool fan, sharing in his memory.

Updated Jul. 30, 2024
woman sitting in a corner with knees up and hands on her head

I was a ‘walking zombie’ with undiagnosed PPD—but like so many other women, I never received help

The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health recently gave the US a D+ for maternal mental healthcare.

Updated Jul. 29, 2024
Dad goes viral for remodeling daughters' closet

Dad goes viral for his amazing DIY closet renovation for his daughters

"POV: You're a dad and this is how you built your daughters' dream closet."

Updated Jul. 29, 2024
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