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Nursing pillow new guidelines

What parents need to know about the new federal nursing pillow safety rules

These rules, developed by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), are a direct response to mounting safety concerns after tragic outcomes tied to improper nursing pillow use.

Updated May. 23, 2025
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Pregnant anchor’s water breaks before the morning news—and she powers through the whole broadcast

Jaquith chose to anchor the entire three-hour morning show while in early labor, contractions and all.

Updated May. 23, 2025
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Your sister’s postpartum mental health could affect yours—here’s what new research reveals

If your sister had postpartum psychosis, your own risk increases tenfold.

Updated May. 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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What parents should know about the new at-home blood test for preeclampsia risk

researchers are exploring ways to predict risk earlier. A newly launched at-home blood test, Encompass™.

Updated May. 16, 2025
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How rising heat is affecting pregnancies—and what you can do to protect yourself and your baby

As climate change continues to bring longer, hotter summers, a new analysis from Climate Central reminds us that expecting parents have one more factor to keep in mind during pregnancy: heat.

Updated May. 14, 2025
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14 nurses at the same hospital got pregnant at the same time—and became each other’s mom village

As these nurses continue caring for expectant mothers, they’re also preparing to become new moms themselves.

Updated May. 13, 2025
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Top 100 baby boy names of 2024

From bold and classic to fresh and globally inspired, these are the names that captured hearts and topped birth announcements last year.

Updated May. 12, 2025
Nursing pillow new guidelines

What parents need to know about the new federal nursing pillow safety rules

These rules, developed by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), are a direct response to mounting safety concerns after tragic outcomes tied to improper nursing pillow use.

Updated May. 23, 2025
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An 11-year-old played softball too well—and what the adults did next will infuriate parents everywhere

What happened at that softball game is, sadly, a familiar story for many mothers. When girls excel, they’re often questioned instead of encouraged. 

Updated May. 22, 2025
Cucumber recall

Check your fridge: Cucumber recall hits 15 states after salmonella outbreak

The recall was announced on May 19, 2025, after 26 people in 15 states were reported ill, nine of whom were hospitalized.

Updated May. 22, 2025
Boyro Baby High Chairs

Parents urged to stop using this high chair sold on Amazon—here’s why it’s being recalled

The recalled high chairs have multiple safety defects that violate federal regulations.

Updated May. 21, 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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How children thrive when we give them unscheduled free time

Kids need plenty of time to simply be kids. This is how they learn and grow.

Updated Jan. 02, 2018
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Kim Kardashian opens up about son Saint being hospitalized for pneumonia

Saint West ended 2017 with a medical scare, but is thankfully “all better” now.

Updated Jan. 02, 2018
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The truth about being a mom of 3: I finally believe in myself

This mom-of-three life is no joke.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The non-alcoholic drink that will make your friends wish they were pregnant.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Khloe Kardashian responds to exercise critics—and she makes an important point

If your physician is fine with your choices, then who else should care?

Updated Dec. 02, 2022
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Mama: Don’t talk weight loss resolutions in front of your child  —here’s why

Moms are probably the most important influence on a daughter’s body image. 

Updated Dec. 07, 2021
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Party like it’s 2018

You’ve got this.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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Babies can ‘catch’ stress from their mothers

And 5 tips for your baby to catch your calm instead.

Updated Jan. 04, 2022
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The gear that will help you up your parenting game.

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
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7 Indoor Prenatal Workouts

Get your blood flowing without leaving your living room.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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10 Instagram-Ready Stroller Poses

Our fave Insta-Moms show us how they stroll.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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It’s OK to let your partner be their own parent

The longer I parent, the more I see that there is seldom a right and wrong way of doing things.

Updated Apr. 26, 2023
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How to help your kids make meaningful New Year’s resolutions

As your kids grow up there are huge benefits to teaching them how to set their own resolutions.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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There’s a Baby on Victoria’s Secret’s Runway

Well Rounded's weekly links are here!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Montessori at home: 10 questions to help kids cooperate

8. Would you like me to sit with you or do you need space?

Updated Feb. 01, 2023
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My skin is tired.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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