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How the medical system hurts black mothers—and what community leaders are doing to fix it

April 11-17th is Black Maternal Health Week, and this year’s theme emphasizes the power of Black-led perinatal, maternal, and reproductive health organizations to drive systemic change and foster community healing.

Updated Apr. 17, 2025
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Yes, baby acne is real—and more common than you think

Gentle reassurance, mama: You're not alone if your baby's skin isn't "perfect" right now. Baby acne, especially baby acne on the face, is a completely normal

Updated Apr. 18, 2025
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10 pull-on pants that look like you tried (but feel like you didn’t)

The elastic waistband—once fashion's dirty little secret—is now the feature we're actually looking for.

Updated Apr. 18, 2025
small moments

25 people reveal the tiny acts of love from childhood they’ll never forget—and now do for their kids

Across Reddit, users shared moving stories from their childhoods that reveal one powerful truth: it’s not about being a perfect parent. It’s about showing up.

Updated Apr. 21, 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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ChatGPT helps pregnant woman

Pregnant mom felt one strange symptom—ChatGPT told her to act fast, and it saved her and her baby

The question was casual—“Why does my jaw feel tight?”—but what happened next was anything but.

Updated Apr. 14, 2025
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Pregnant teacher pauses math lesson to share a moment with her baby—her students’ reaction says it all

“My class is ALWAYS trying to watch her move, so when she was super active during math, we had to stop and watch,” says the video.

Updated Apr. 11, 2025
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Spicing up your pregnancy: How chili may lower gestational diabetes risk

Recent research suggests that incorporating chili into your diet might offer unexpected benefits, particularly in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
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The messy, hilarious truth about new motherhood—told in painfully funny comics

Barnicoat shares the inspiration behind her book, the moments that shaped her storytelling, and the lessons she wishes she had known as a new mother.

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
small moments

25 people reveal the tiny acts of love from childhood they’ll never forget—and now do for their kids

Across Reddit, users shared moving stories from their childhoods that reveal one powerful truth: it’s not about being a perfect parent. It’s about showing up.

Updated Apr. 21, 2025
A happy toddler

She waited seven days—and her reaction to dad’s return is everything

The video, titled “POV: Daddy’s come back from shift,” resonated with millions—and not just because it’s adorable.

Updated Apr. 17, 2025
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15-month-old Annie is already crushing job interviews, according to the internet

In a quick-fire Q&A with her mom, Annie answers a series of questions with surprising confidence for her age.

Updated Apr. 16, 2025
Target baby food recall

Target recalls baby food over lead concerns—here’s what parents should do

Over 25,000 units of Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Purée—sold exclusively at Target—have been recalled due to concerns about elevated lead levels.

Updated Apr. 16, 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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5 Exercises to Strengthen Your Babywearing Body

How to take the pain out of babywearing.

Updated Jan. 04, 2018
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12 signs you’re a NICU parent

7. You time your breast-pumping schedule around the NICU in order to use hospital grade pumps.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Managing perfectionism: 8 surprising tips for helping your child

What we can do to move our kids away from unhealthy behaviors and channel their energy into something exciting.

Updated Jan. 04, 2018
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Want to practice more self-care, mama? Try these products

It’s time to *finally* focus on giving yourself a little extra TLC you’ve been craving.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Motherhood challenges me to be a better person—every day

Even when I get it wrong, it doesn’t stop me from reflecting on my day and praying I get it right tomorrow.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Khloe Kardashian’s boyfriend has ‘sympathy cravings’—and science says they’re real

Tristan Thompson isn’t alone in gaining a few pregnancy sympathy pounds. 

Updated Jan. 04, 2018
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New York is requiring 12 weeks of paid family leave 👏

New York now has the strongest parental leave policies in the country—and that’s progress worth celebrating.

Updated Dec. 09, 2021
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Probiotics may be the answer to soothing your baby’s colic

Good news for parents everywhere: The probiotic strain BB-12 has been shown to reduce crying episodes and duration in infants with colic.

Updated Aug. 31, 2022
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To the mama battling depression: You are not alone

Depression can mean days of extreme insecurity and feelings of being unlovable. But remember, mama, you are neither.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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6 tricks to get your kids to eat vegetables

Veggies never looked so yummy!

Updated Jan. 03, 2018
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Don’t be afraid of conflict in your family—it can lead to stronger relationships

Conflict is one of the greatest gateways to deep connection, intimacy and healing.

Updated Jan. 03, 2018
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Khloe Kardashian’s pregnancy photos are seriously

This hot mama is raising the bar with her pregnancy photos. 

Updated Jan. 03, 2018
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Chip and Joanna Gaines are expecting baby #5—and we just found out what they’re having!

“Gaines party of 7… If you’re still confused… WE ARE PREGNANT!”

Updated Jan. 03, 2018
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Baby #2 meant life as we knew it was about to change forever—again

I said goodbye to life with an only child that night, but I said hello to a whole new chapter of motherhood.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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Joanna Gaines shares how she stores old baby clothes, and it’s genius

Those little outfits that flood our minds and hearts with wonderful memories ?.

Updated Sep. 23, 2022
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I learned how strong I really am when my birth plan went out the window—twice

Even though nothing went according to plan, it was, undeniably, a time of miracles.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025
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A secure bond with dad is linked to happier social lives for your kids

Dad may be to thank for happy friendships, new study shows. 

Updated Jan. 02, 2018
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The benefits of recess are proven by science—so why are teachers taking it away?

Recess benefits kids, so why do teachers take it away?

Updated Jan. 02, 2018
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Why are moms so competitive? Mayim Bialik has one theory

The Big Bang Theory star’s encounter with “competitive moms” revealed something interesting to her.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
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