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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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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
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The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Diwali

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 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 ‘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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13 products to help you achieve your new year’s resolutions, mama

The best products to help you keep your resolutions for 2018.  

Updated Dec. 21, 2017
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4 powerful ways to ‘set the vision’ for your family’s day

When you muster your own positivity about the day’s events, your kids will pick up on your emotions.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
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Telling a kid to ‘suck it up’ does nothing for building resilience—or independence

When kids aren’t encouraged to work through their emotions, they may just end up having more outbursts.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
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It’s science: Pregnancy can be contagious among friends

Research explains all those announcements on Facebook.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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Kristen Bell shares labor photos for the first time—and we thought we couldn’t love her more

Bell says she had plenty of time for pictures during 36 hours of labor. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This Baby Stroller is Actually a Gift for You

5 reasons you should treat yourself, mom.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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A Whimsical Nursery Makeover

One of our favorite photographer’s shares her nursery redesign journey.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
25 quiet activities for a plane ride

25 (quiet) airplane activities for kids

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Updated Feb. 12, 2025
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