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A national poll reveals what’s missing from our kids’ playtime—and it’s not toys

Are screens and safety fears stealing our kids’ playtime? A new poll says yes

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Child Learn & Play, Child, News

News

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

The comfiest, chicest sweatshirts for fall (that aren’t your college hoodie)

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Viral & Trending

This first grade teacher’s daily affirmation is the pep talk we all need

A viral video reminds us why elementary school teachers deserve every ounce of our respect—and a significant raise.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending

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Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Our Partners

5 Smart Questions to Ask a Doctor About Your Child’s Eczema Treatment

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Health & Wellness

Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness, Fitness

Health & Wellness

California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

If you're feeling that weird cocktail of guilt, fear, and "how do I even talk about this?"—welcome to the club.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Women gotta go to work: Cardi B gets real about formula feeding and the support moms deserve

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Celebrity News, Baby Feeding Tips, News, Parenting

Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

A thump at the door, a stare, and seconds later—Mom knows her son’s blood sugar is dropping. Ducky, their service dog, spotted it first

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Child Learn & Play

A national poll reveals what’s missing from our kids’ playtime—and it’s not toys

Are screens and safety fears stealing our kids’ playtime? A new poll says yes

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Child Learn & Play, Child, News

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Viral & Trending

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

Viral & Trending

This first grade teacher’s daily affirmation is the pep talk we all need

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending

News

Vanessa Kirby welcomes her first baby—and reflects on finding power in motherhood

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Celebrity News, Motherhood Understood

News

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Food

Celebrity News

Women gotta go to work: Cardi B gets real about formula feeding and the support moms deserve

Cardi B gets real about pumping, formula feeding, and why working moms shouldn’t have to choose between feeding their baby and keeping their job

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Celebrity News, Baby Feeding Tips, News, Parenting

Safety

The CPSC just recalled Belivium Baby Loungers sold on Amazon—here’s what every parent should know

According to the CPSC, the loungers’ design puts infants at risk of suffocation, entrapment, and falls.

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Safety, Parenting, Sleep Safety

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Parenting

TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News

Parenting

The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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We started our curated This is: Birth film series to give representation to the many varied ways that women give birth. Shot by talented independent videographers, these birth films can be a resource for the expecting mama or anyone who is curious to see what birth really looks like.

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Celebrity News

Oprah gave Mindy Kaling the BEST baby gift ever

It arrived in a U-Haul. Seriously.

Updated Mar. 01, 2018

Celebrity News

Parenting

Get a (free!) personalized sleep schedule for your baby

This online tool might be the key to helping tired parents find the right routine.

Updated Mar. 01, 2018

Parenting

Life

More women are primary breadwinners than ever before, says new study

You’ve got this, mamas.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life, News

Entertainment

The original My Little Ponies are back to celebrate their 35th anniversary

They’ll each come with the original comb and ribbon, plus, a mini collector poster you can hang up.

Updated Feb. 28, 2018

Entertainment, Life, News

Life

Mamava is a dream for breastfeeding mamas—here’s how to find one near you

These private, freestanding lactation suites are specifically designed for moms on the go.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

Shop

The Caboodle is back, and it’s still as awesome as ever

We’re feeling *all* of the nostalgia as they release a new vintage line. ?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

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Celebrity News

Serena Williams’ husband plans sweet surprise welcoming her back to work after baby

No billboards necessary.

Updated Feb. 28, 2018

Celebrity News

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Celebrity News

Khloe Kardashian plans to eat her placenta—here’s what she (and you!) need to know

The practice, known as placentophagy, is rooted in Chinese medicine.

Updated Feb. 28, 2018

Celebrity News

Work & Motherhood

5 Services that Family-Oriented Businesses Offer

How to create a landscape for working parents that's more family friendly.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022

Work & Motherhood

Postpartum

A Postpartum Stroller Workout You Can Stick To

This 6-week plan will help you get back into shape.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Postpartum, Postpartum Products, Pregnancy

Parenting

How to Ace Potty Training

A handy cheat sheet so you don’t lose your sh*t.

Updated Feb. 27, 2018

Parenting

Life

A letter to my children: You each got different versions of the same mama

My second-born had a slightly different experience from my first.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

Life

Mamas should be a little more selfish—here’s why

It’s okay—even necessary— to put yourself first.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

Marriage & Partnerships

Dear husband: You often get the worst of me, but I still love you first

Because motherhood can sometimes be this all-consuming thing that leaves me with next to nothing left to give anyone else.

Updated Aug. 26, 2022

Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Relationships

Parenting

The honest way we discuss race with our biracial children

In today’s sometimes volatile environment, we don’t shy away from the tough conversations.

Updated Feb. 27, 2018

Parenting

Do you want to raise a kind child? Here’s how

It is part of our human nature to be drawn towards helpful people, and try to be helpful ourselves.

Updated Feb. 27, 2018

Parenting

Life

How to host an easy, no-stress playdate

Once I perfected the art of the minimalist playdate, I felt up for having friends over much more often.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

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Baby Sleep Tips

The 4-month sleep regression: What every parent needs to know

Although it can feel like a bit of a storm, the 4-month sleep regression is an exciting time for you and your baby.

Updated Apr. 15, 2022

Baby Sleep Tips, Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

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Parenting

6 effective + empathetic ways to set limits with your child

If your child doesn’t think you’re on his side, why should he do what you want?

Updated Feb. 27, 2018

Parenting

How to parent like an Australian: Relax, mama

Australians are known to take an easygoing approach to life—and that includes parenting.

Updated Feb. 27, 2018

Parenting

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