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The Kids' Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

The Kids’ Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

Arshiner’s Teddy Bear & Friends Collection isn’t just another round of kids’ clothes—it’s soft, durable, and playful enough to keep up with real childhood chaos. With styles dropping Sept. 15 on Amazon, this might be the rare collection both parents and kids agree on.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
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How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
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Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
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Try these positive affirmations to help raise a confident child

Positive affirmations can teach kids to have confidence in themselves.

Updated Sep. 12, 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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Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
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Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
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Sprout baby food pouch recalled for possible lead: How to check your lot and what to do

Parents are urged to check their Sprout baby food pouches after a lead-related recall.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Justin Bieber just shared his family’s values—and it has parents reflecting on their own

Justin Bieber’s family values list is inspiring parents to reflect on the principles they want to pass on and live by with their children

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Mom sends her boys running to stop their fights—what happens next is parenting gold

At first, it looked like punishment: two kids forced to run a mile together. But by the end, the tension was gone, replaced with laughter.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

Updated Sep. 15, 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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A woman born without a uterus just gave birth

Well Rounded's weekly links are here.

Updated Jan. 25, 2023
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Dear mama—I know being the spirit of Christmas is exhausting

What I’m doing to keep the stress low and the magic abundant.

Updated Nov. 29, 2023
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What Finnish dads are doing right—and how we can all learn from them

Finland is the only developed country where dads spend more time with school-aged kids than moms. That says something.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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What to know about the study linking birth control + breast cancer

The more you know, the better able you are to make the right choice for yourself.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
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7 things I’m done comparing myself to other moms about

I’m giving up using other moms as a way of seeing myself. Life is hectic enough without making myself feel bad for not quite being able to button my old jeans yet.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Millennial mamas embrace #honestmotherhood—and other things we learned in 2017

10. They don’t *just* love Target. (But they do love Target.)

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
The ultrasound tech could probably tell if your baby will be left-handed

The ultrasound tech could probably tell if your baby will be left-handed

Researchers could predict right- or left-handedness at 18 weeks gestation with close to 100% accuracy. 

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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Experiences over toys

What do I want them to remember?

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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How to hit ‘reset’ when you’re having a bad day with your kids

Do-overs are verbal acknowledgments of situations gone awry with a request for remediation. Put simply, they are requests for grace.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This Christmas, we’re giving our son the 3 items he asked for—and that’s it

I thought that maybe his small list was a fluke, a one-time occurrence, but I was wrong.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
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How to make mornings a calm start to your family’s day

As a mother, I know that my mood and demeanor are impactful on the people around me. This is especially true for my small children.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How to make chores fun + joyful for your child

Turn them into ‘meaningful roles’ or ‘special jobs’!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Maternal gatekeeping: Why moms end up doing it all

The tendency to be a “gatekeeper” can really rear its head when children come into the picture. After all, we are made to internalize that “mother knows best.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Wish list: for all dads to get Mark Zuckerberg’s paternity leave

The new dad of two is sending an important message to policy-makers with his own actions.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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True life: I used to be a maternal gatekeeper

I was quick to show him the “right” way to bounce her and I just rocked her to sleep myself because it was easier.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Prince George’s school bans BFFs: Smart or impractical?

The little royal’s school encourages kids to cultivate multiple relationships instead of obsessing over one BFF.

Updated Dec. 18, 2021
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Best Baby Gifts Under $50

10 gift ideas for the babies of the bunch that are fun and affordable.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How to Plan a Last-Minute Holiday Trip with Kids

NYC mama Dikla Goren shows us how it’s done.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022
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Why I hope my child grows up curious, not just smart

I will always do my best to foster your natural insight, energy, and curiosity.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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We quit screen time completely—and it saved our kids

Spoiler alert: It ended up making a tremendous difference for our entire family.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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