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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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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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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
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Why sixth grade is the year your tween’s confidence needs the most protection

The “sixth grade social shake-up” is real—here’s how parents can help their kids navigate it.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
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When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

In the reel, Mom is working, cooking, or maybe just sitting down for 90 seconds of peace, and the kids are calling her nonstop.

Updated Aug. 27, 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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Mom’s viral safety hack shows how to install a car seat as tightly as possible

It's CRAZY how loose car seats can be in the car, even when we're pulling the straps as hard as we can.

Updated Dec. 15, 2022
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Wear the bathing suit and let your kids see you happy and confident in it

Our bodies are beautiful and swimsuit-ready just as they are.

Updated Jul. 03, 2024
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To the introvert mom who’s overwhelmed and tapped out

If you’re an introvert mom who feels maxed out, who feels out of place and overwhelmed by the physical demands of parenting, you aren’t alone. 

Updated Jul. 03, 2024
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3 tips for parenting in the AI boom, from a Millennial mom raising a Gen Alpha son

How do we encourage our kids to work hard, do for themselves and use their own creative energy and mental labor to excel when nearly everything in their young lives can be automated, outsourced or generated?

Updated Jul. 03, 2024
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Suki Waterhouse calls criticism over playing Coachella 6 weeks postpartum ‘an insane thing’

"Every mum's morality is in question so much, not just from yourself, but from society," she said.

Updated Jul. 03, 2024
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This mom’s controversial take on sharing toys at the park is going viral

"How about we leave the toys at home or be willing to share those toys?"

Updated Jul. 03, 2024
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Jenna Bush Hager jokes she’s ‘a little humiliated’ by her son’s response to seeing her naked

Jenna’s admission sparked a conversation about being naked around kids with her co-host, Hoda Kotb.

Updated Jul. 02, 2024
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The best phones for kids to keep them safely connected

Parental controls are just one of many features on these phones for kids.

Updated Mar. 16, 2025
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Study shows no significant nutritional differences in baby-led weaning vs. spoon-feeding

Babies consumed the same number of calories whether they fed themselves solids or were spoon-fed.

Updated Jul. 02, 2024
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Watching my children struggle has been the hardest part of parenting—here’s how I do it

I have come to realize my job as a mother is to help my children build a lifelong practice of feeling all the feels—especially the hard ones.

Updated Jul. 09, 2024
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4 ways to support challenging behavior in kids, from a Speech Language Pathologist

These skills help our children (and us) manage thoughts, emotions, and actions, paving the way for success in life, school, relationships and beyond.

Updated Jul. 01, 2024
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Oklahoma now requires Bible instruction in every public school—here’s what that means

Republican lawmakers will now place Bibles in every public school classroom.

Updated Jul. 01, 2024
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