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This surprising pregnancy snack could cut your baby’s allergy risk—here’s what to know

If you’ve been craving avocados, you’re not just fueling your body with healthy fats—you might also be supporting your baby’s immune system in a seriously powerful way.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025
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Calling all mamas—take our 2025 State of Motherhood survey

Motherhood can be so many things—and we want to know what it's like for you.

Updated Feb. 27, 2024
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Buford the brave: Hero dog finds missing toddler 7 miles from home in Arizona wilderness

In a heart-stopping story with the happiest ending, a loyal ranch dog named Buford is being hailed a hero after finding a missing toddler who had wandered seven miles away from his home in the rural Arizona wilderness.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025

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30% of maternal deaths happen after 6 weeks—but most are preventable

From 2018 to 2022, pregnancy-related deaths rose by nearly 28% in the U.S.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025
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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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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
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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
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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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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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Try these 3 mindful parenting tips next time you feel upset, mama

As a parent, you may relate to the struggle of containing your anger—I know I have.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
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Being a mom is a lot harder—and a lot better—than I thought

And I’m so very grateful.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The best baby names for a Christmas birthday

There’s a lot more to holiday baby naming than Nicholas and Noel.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Khloe Kardashian confirms pregnancy with the sweetest message

Congratulations are *officially* in order!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Colin Farrell to other parents of kids with special needs: ‘You are not alone’

“I believe every life comes with a message. Many of those messages are ignored. Our children’s aren’t.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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26-year-old woman gives birth from frozen embryo nearly as old as her

As the new mom says, “This embryo and I could have been best friends.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Mindy Kaling’s baby girl is here!

The Mindy Project star is on to her most exciting project yet: motherhood!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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An ode to the things mamas loved in 2017

From Montessori to minimalism.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The top 10 parenting questions you Googled in 2017—answered

7. What is authoritative parenting?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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9 must-haves to survive the winter with a newborn

All your winter necessities to keep baby warm this season.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
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How to Take Your Dream Vacation with Kids

Bluebird Kisses hits the road (and sky and boat) for the holidays.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
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To the mama who’s done having babies

It’s normal to feel confident *and* sad about your decision.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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What do I want for Christmas this year? Courage

What does a mom with a small tribe to nurture and protect do when nothing in this world feels safe anymore?

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
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Mom 101: How to choose the right baby carrier

Life changing, mama.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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You’re not a bad mama because you work

Here are five ways to help you get through that guilt.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Secure attachment means giving your children independence, too

Part of loving our kids is creating room for them to learn—that just doesn’t have to be all the room in the world.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Chrissy Teigen asks for advice on pregnancy headaches—and internet moms deliver

“Someone… please help. Don’t say water. Or Tylenol. Or iron. Or magnesium. I need witchcraft.”

Updated Oct. 05, 2022
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