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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
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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
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Tiny British toddler speaks with American accent after watching Ms Rachel

or Bea, hours of Ms Rachel’s bright, clear pronunciation meant her first words came out with an American twang.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Her dad skipped a White House meeting to catch her skipping school—now the internet’s obsessed

From lying to sneaking out, Ashley admits she “literally tried it all the time” but could rarely get away with it.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Dad charges his 6-year-old rent—what parents are saying might surprise you

A dad calmly asks his daughter for $3 in rent and $1 for utilities, setting the stage for a monthly tradition that’s part parenting lesson, part playful game.

Updated Aug. 08, 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
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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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Your Baby Can Eat Spicy Food

And 4 other truths about your little one's first foods.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Why I say ‘I’m sorry’ in front of my kids

Apologizing cleanses my soul and keeps me in check. It humbles me and reminds me that I am not the center of the universe.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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You’re still in there, mama

Long conversations, nights out with friends, date nights with partners, trips, seeing a new band, and you realize that who you were is still who you are. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My daughter is everything I ever wanted to be

Her confidence. It is unbroken, yet to be tarnished (god willing never will be) and completely self-generated.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Please give this mom a little more grace

When I have to nurse my baby in public, please allow me privacy. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Want a responsible child? Get them a pet

It turns out a pet just might be the gift that keeps on giving

Updated Aug. 01, 2022
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It’s science: 5 ways men can affect our pregnancies

We always knew you were important too, dad ?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Artifact Uprising Photo Album Giveaway!

And why this pretty album should be your go-to holiday gift.

Updated Jan. 27, 2022
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How to Optimize Your Nursery For Sleep

5 tips to set your nursery for sleep success.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022
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The 20 lessons I’ve learned in 20 months of motherhood

9. Just like how I had to learn to ask for help, I had to learn to say no to people.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I didn’t know everything would change—but I don’t miss the old me

I stopped missing the old me and embraced the new me.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Birth is just the beginning

Your child’s whole life is in your hands. There is the promise of a future nestled in your arms. And not just that baby’s future, but yours, too.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How to soothe your anxious child—and yourself, mama

3. Break the negative thought cycle

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This is what your knight in shining armor looks like in your 40’s

Love looks like me coming downstairs to a full pot of coffee every morning because coffee is love.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My child—you are worth it all

There are days of exhaustion and desperation. There are days that will leave you gasping for air and for the life you once knew.

Updated Sep. 08, 2022
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To the mama with the weight of the world on her shoulders

We have a strength inside of ourselves that is unique to mothers.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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Why some moms feel ‘touched out’—and how to fix it

I couldn’t take a single second more of anyone being in physical contact with me. I was touched out.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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*These* are the most popular baby names of 2017

There are more than twice as many new names on the boys’ Top 100.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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