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This nutritionist couldn’t find clean supplements for her neurodivergent son, so she made her own

How one nutritionist's kitchen experiments became a mission to help other parents.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025
Toddler in flight

The $3 item parents swear by for keeping babies and toddlers entertained on flights

One mom’s low-lift, genius solution is earning high praise from parents—and it costs less than your airport coffee: painter’s tape.

Updated Aug. 11, 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
CDC teen prediabetes

New CDC data shows nearly 1 in 3 U.S. teens have prediabetes—what parents need to know

This finding doesn’t mean these kids are sick, and it doesn’t mean their future is already decided.

Updated Aug. 15, 2025
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The number of working moms with young kids just hit a 3-year low — here’s why

Child care costs, rigid schedules, and shrinking flexibility are forcing many to ask: how long can I really keep this going?

Updated Aug. 15, 2025
Boy mom

Why parents are calling out this ‘boy mom’ post about her son’s future girlfriend

“I’m a boy mom and one day, some teenage girl is gonna break his heart… and I’m gonna have to square up with a 16-year-old.”

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
AI in parenting

The mom using AI to cut 97% of her mental load—and find more time for her kids

She’s using AI to handle everything from meal planning to meltdown-proof morning routines, freeing up her brain for the part of parenting she loves most.

Updated Aug. 11, 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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Serena Williams’ traumatic birth experience isn’t rare for black women—and that needs to change

The U.S. has the worst maternal mortality rate of all developed countries. And it’s worst of all for black women.

Updated Jan. 17, 2018
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Motherhood helped me learn who my real friends are

These days, my friendships are few, but they are rich.

Updated May. 19, 2022
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Why I’ll never judge someone else’s parenting

I’m too busy making mistakes and praying my kids turn out alright anyway.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Breastfeeding cuts a mother’s type 2 diabetes risk in half, study shows

The biggest benefits were seen after 6 months, but any amount of breastfeeding reduced mom’s risk.

Updated Aug. 16, 2023
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Raising families without community makes parenting so much harder to do

It truly does ‘take a village.’ 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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It’s science: Pregnancy brain prepares you to bond with baby

‘Baby brain’ is actually an important adaptive phenomenon that might help women prepare for raising their children.

Updated Jan. 16, 2018
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FDA says to toss opioid-based cold medicines for kids

Check your medicine cabinets. 

Updated Jan. 16, 2018
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How to name a boy if you’ve only had girls—and vice versa

Look to family names for inspiration. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Mom life isn’t what I thought it would be—but I wouldn’t trade it for the world

I am living the life that I am meant to be living.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Dear husband, I’m sorry I blew up at you

I don’t want to take my frustrations out on you.

Updated Jan. 16, 2018
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5 Best Pregnancy Skincare Brands In 2018

These must-have products are green, clean and effective!

Updated Jan. 13, 2018
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I became a better mom the moment I decided to focus on what I’m doing *right*

You have so many parenting wins to celebrate.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Raising hard-working children: How swim lessons taught us to persevere

There will be times when we all feel we want to quit—but we don’t give up.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Study: 91% say parenthood is the biggest transition in life

Can you guess what our survey of nearly 1,000 moms said was the biggest struggle of becoming a new mom? 

Updated Jan. 12, 2018
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5 mindfulness lessons adults can learn from kids

Unlike many preconceived notions, mindfulness meditation isn’t actually thinking about nothing.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My 2-year-old is the perfect cuddling size

There are times when her hugs are so perfect, they nearly take my breath away.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I try to combat the after-school rush hour with calmness

This is a submission in our monthly contest. January’s theme is “Wild.” Enter your own here! After school is probably the most unstructured time of my day. As a stay-at-home mom and freelance writer, I work hard to make the most of the mornings and the opportunities that come after lunch during nap-time. I usually […]

Updated Jan. 12, 2018
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