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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
Birthday party

The 8 a.m. toddler birthday party that’s winning over exhausted parents

When she invited guests to an 8 a.m. birthday breakfast, she wasn’t sure how it would land. But the idea quickly went viral on Instagram.

Updated Aug. 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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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
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
Emergency call

When late-night missed calls from your kid send you into panic mode — and the ‘emergency’ turns out to be a login code

A recent TikTok from mom Meredith Thornton perfectly captured this phenomenon—waking up to multiple missed calls from her 18-year-old son Van, only to discover he needed a Microsoft code.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
Dad and son in the tampon aisle

This father-son duo in the pad aisle is breaking a generations-old taboo

For decades, conversations about menstruation have been shaped more by silence than by openness.

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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How one dad’s web comics are helping parents stay positive

The dad behind Lunarbaboon is drawing what we’re all feeling.

Updated Jan. 04, 2022
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If your toddler’s acting up, science says his gut bacteria might be to blame

Certain gut bacterias appear to impact the behavior of toddlers, especially boys.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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First baby born after successful uterus transplant in America

The landmark birth is the result of a clinical trial and could change the future for many families.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Amazon launches “12 Days of Deals”—here’s what you need to know

We’ve got a sneak peek at what’s in store for you each day. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How to have a very merry Christmas with kids for $200 or less—seriously

This year, out of necessity, I’ve decided I’m doing things differently.

Updated Oct. 29, 2024
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The real reason your kids act worse for you than anyone else—and how to help

You must become the emotionally safe place for them to vent and process their emotions.

Updated Dec. 13, 2022
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Is your toddler ready for preschool? 6 ways to know

Readiness for preschool can include a mix of physical, emotional and social characteristics unique to each child.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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How to start practicing mindful parenting, today

Managing our own emotions and behaviors is the key to teaching kids how to manage theirs.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Your baby has grown—is it time to transition from a crib to a bed?

From sleeping here, to there—how to make the leap and not lose sleep.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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Parents are spending more time with their kids than before—here’s how to keep it up

In 1965, moms spent 54 minutes a day with their children—in 2012, that time had risen to 104 minutes.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Girls start learning about gender stereotypes as young as 5

Here’s how we can help them unlearn them.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Minimalism wins, mama

It’s time to simplify. 

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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7 books to help kids celebrate all the winter holidays❄️

There are so many holidays to celebrate aside from Christmas.

Updated Oct. 28, 2022
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A new kind of advent Christmas calendar for kids

It features random acts of kindness. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
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Pregnant (and hungry) mamas, Domino’s now offers a baby registry

Domino’s is taking delivery to a whole new level.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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*These* are the cities where families spend the most for groceries

In some parts of the country, food takes up huge part of a family’s budget.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Chrissy Teigen turned to Twitter for pregnancy advice—and they were the best

Here’s the truth mamas: Each pregnancy will vary for each woman,

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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