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A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
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What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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A maternal-health expert explains why Cardi B’s honesty about pregnancy depression matters

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
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One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
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The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Shoes that light up

A mom bought her daughter new shoes—then faced the reality of what safety means in America

“I had to break it to her that I’m so sorry, mama,” she says quietly in the video. “We can’t bring those to school.”

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Grandparents

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Mom lets grandparents break the rules—and it’s winning hearts online

When it comes to childcare, sometimes letting grandparents do their thing is the best parenting hack

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

e. And a 9-year-old teacher whose mantra—“It takes process”—is turning everyday lessons into heartwarming TikTok magic.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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What is preeclampsia? Symptoms, causes + facts every pregnant mama needs to know

Watch for headaches, changes in your vision and lightheadedness.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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It’s the middle of winter, and all I want my kids to do is play outside with me

What if more toddlers spent their days watching real birds instead of playing Angry Birds on their iPads?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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An open letter to Joanna Gaines—from a fellow mother of 5

Is it always easy? You know it isn’t. But is it worth it? You know it is.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These will be the most popular baby names in 2018

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Updated Jan. 22, 2022
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Confession: I regretted becoming a mom—at first

I felt like I was drowning, and the anchor came in the form of one adorable newborn weighing just a little over 8lbs.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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54% of parents start babies on solids ‘too early,’ researchers say

The sweet spot: Starting solids when babies are six months.

Updated Jan. 05, 2018
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Khloe Kardashian doesn’t want pregnancy advice from her sisters—but shares baby names with us

Khloe Kardashian’s boy’s name is so much more traditional than we would expect!

Updated Jan. 05, 2018
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To the mom stuck inside with the kids on a snow day

Snow days are tough—but so are you. And you can do this. ❄️

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How do you breastfeed when your baby is allergic to something you are eating?

Most importantly: Please try not to blame yourself for this, mama.

Updated Dec. 07, 2022
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Baby, it’s cold outside ☃️

You can let go.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 Exercises to Strengthen Your Babywearing Body

How to take the pain out of babywearing.

Updated Jan. 04, 2018
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12 signs you’re a NICU parent

7. You time your breast-pumping schedule around the NICU in order to use hospital grade pumps.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Managing perfectionism: 8 surprising tips for helping your child

What we can do to move our kids away from unhealthy behaviors and channel their energy into something exciting.

Updated Jan. 04, 2018
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Want to practice more self-care, mama? Try these products

It’s time to *finally* focus on giving yourself a little extra TLC you’ve been craving.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Motherhood challenges me to be a better person—every day

Even when I get it wrong, it doesn’t stop me from reflecting on my day and praying I get it right tomorrow.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Khloe Kardashian’s boyfriend has ‘sympathy cravings’—and science says they’re real

Tristan Thompson isn’t alone in gaining a few pregnancy sympathy pounds. 

Updated Jan. 04, 2018
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New York is requiring 12 weeks of paid family leave 👏

New York now has the strongest parental leave policies in the country—and that’s progress worth celebrating.

Updated Dec. 09, 2021
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