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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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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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Big brother gathers his friends to walk sister to kindergarten—moms can’t stop crying

There’s something about the mix of big-hearted protectiveness, sibling teamwork, and tiny hands holding tight that makes this clip impossible to scroll past without smiling or tearing up a little.

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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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Confessions from a tired mama

My skin is tired.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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FDA plans to crack down on homeopathic remedies—including popular teething gels + tablets

The FDA is taking their 2016 warning against homeopathic teething gels and tablets a step further. 

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
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Bachelorette’s Emily Maynard on having 3 kids under 3: ‘I do hit my max’

“The baby has taken a couple of play hammers to the head!”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The best mom-to-mom advice we read this year

2017 was an empowering year for mothers and we’re only just getting started.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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It’s true—your baby bump can grow  backwards if you have a tilted uterus

Having a retroverted uterus usually does not affect your ability to get pregnant.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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8 eye-opening lessons we learned about tantrums from experts

1. Kids physically cannot calm down during a tantrum.

Updated Dec. 22, 2021
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Real mamas’ New Year’s resolutions for 2018

“Self-care as well as aiming to be someone my kiddo can be proud of!”—Jessica Pan

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Oribel PortaPlay

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Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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How ‘Moana’ made me a better parent

I was blown away by how perfectly this final scene serves as a metaphor for parenting.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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No, you’re not the woman I married—you’re so much more

I love you today for who you are and I’ll love you tomorrow for the woman you will be. ❤️

Updated Dec. 18, 2021
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I wanted to be something great, so fate made me a mom

Somewhere along, I accidentally got the idea that motherhood is simply a bit of a holding season.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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To the mama who is the last person on her ‘to-do’ list

I’m determined that this year is going to be different.

Updated May. 21, 2022
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Yes, motherhood is hard—but here’s what we can do about it

We have a choice as to how we perceive our motherhood experience.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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16 times celebrity moms got real about pregnancy + parenting

From the Duchess of Cambridge to Kim Kardashian, there are just some things we *all* go through.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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12 inspirational mom moments from 2017

We’ve got this, mamas.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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