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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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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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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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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Most toddler towers failed safety tests—here’s what parents need to know

New safety tests from Consumer Reports reveal a serious concern: most toddler towers on the market failed when it came to stability and entrapment risks.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
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Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 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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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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I’ve got a toddler, a newborn, and a new dose of mom guilt

I feel like when I focus my attention on one of my children, I’m letting the other one down.

Updated Dec. 23, 2021
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Motherhood shouldn’t be this hard

What if we stopped making mothers feel guilty? About everything.

Updated Sep. 06, 2022
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A new way to give birth: the gentle C-section with clear drapes

It’s meant to create an environment and energy that is as calm and pleasant as possible.

Updated Oct. 06, 2022
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It’s science: babies as young as 6 months old are already connecting words

Our babies are listening and learning from what we say, even if it doesn’t seem like it.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Let them play! Toddlers need 3 hours of physical activity per day

The older children get, the more energetic play they need.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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It’s science: practicing gratitude makes us happier

People who list their blessings are happier than those who take an inventory of life’s hassles.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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How to Exercise with Babies

Yoga expert Kristin McGee shares her balancing act.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Our nanny is amazing, but she’ll never be ‘mama’

Here’s how it *really* felt to have a nanny caring for my kids.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Working makes *me* such a better mom

I feel more balanced as a person because working helps me maintain my own identity.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How to be your child’s safe space

Rest matters because it frees our attention. When we don’t have to look for love, we can start to figure out who we are.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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12 of the hottest toys for the holiday season—and you can buy them all on Amazon

We weeded through the list to find the best options for your littles, by age, from 0-12 months through first graders.

Updated Nov. 20, 2017
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Freshly Picked launches ‘the happiest moccs on earth’ with Disney

Disney lovers everywhere rejoice.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard are all about ‘tag team’ parenting

“We switch kids all the time,” Bell says.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Fergie on working mom guilt and dealing with ‘mommy shaming’ is ALL of us

“I remember going to the studio the first couple of times and sobbing in the car. It was the weirdest thing ever.”

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
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The secret to good grades? Exercise

Don’t underestimate the benefits of P.E. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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