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Child Learn & Play

Body language expert shares 3 simple ways to raise socially skilled kids

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Child Learn & Play
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Postpartum

A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Postpartum, News
Grandparents
Grandparents & Extended Families

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships
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Work & Motherhood

Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

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Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health
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Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Health & Wellness, Women's Health
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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Health & Wellness Shopping Guide
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Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health
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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast
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Health & Wellness

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
Health & Wellness, Children's Health

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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Pregnancy

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Pregnancy

Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News
Miscarriage rates
News

One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy
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Viral & Trending

The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy
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Celebrity News

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
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

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Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety
Teaching about periods
Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.
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Parenting

Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Work & Motherhood

This mom brought her baby to a meeting—and reminded us what true workplace support look

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

Baby wouldn’t stop crying—and this mom found a way to stay present through the noise

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

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Safety

Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Safety, Parenting
HART
Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety
Teaching about periods
Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Kylie and Ashley
Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending
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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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Pregnancy

The Lia flushable pregnancy tests aren’t just convenient—they’re game-changing

“It’s been the same stick test since 1987, and that’s kind of crazy.”

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
Pregnancy, Getting Pregnant
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It's Science

It’s Science: The mother-daughter bond is even more powerful than we thought

The findings also have helpful implications for preventative mental health treatment.

Updated Jul. 26, 2022
It's Science, Life
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It's Science

It’s Science: Your baby will always be a part of you

Research shows genetic material from babies remains in their mothers’ bodies for years after birth.

Updated Jan. 24, 2022
It's Science, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, Life, Parenting
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Child

Facebook’s new Messenger Kids app aims to give moms peace of mind

Kids are going to communicate online. Facebook wants parents to feel confident they are safe when doing so.

Updated Dec. 22, 2021
Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting
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Child

When your children push you away, it’s time to love them more

When you stay calm in the face of their craziness, you all win.

Updated Jan. 18, 2022
Child, Child Milestones, Parenting
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Toddler Sleep

How to help your toddler go to sleep + stay asleep (so you can get rest, too)

Everyone will be bright-eyed and bushy-tailed when you overcome your toddler’s sleep challenges

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
Toddler Sleep, Parenting, Toddler
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Toddler

Why your 3-year-old acts like a ‘threenager’

I go in search of whatever patience I didn’t use up when she was two, and remind myself that she’s going through some major life transitions.

Updated Jun. 26, 2023
Toddler, Parenting, Toddler Milestones
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News

Julia Stiles stands up to mom-shamers who claim she held her son incorrectly

It didn’t take long for new mom Julia Stiles to meet mom-shamers. And that’s a problem.

Updated Nov. 18, 2022
News, Celebrity News
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It's Science

It’s Science: Helping your child fall asleep may mean listening to your heart

Sometimes you just have to think about the night ahead—not years down the road.

Updated Sep. 19, 2022
It's Science, Child Sleep
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Life

Pink’s raising her kids gender-neutral and judgment-free

Pink’s message about a label-free household is important for all parents to hear.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
Life, Celebrity News, News
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Baby

What you need to know about the PURPLE Crying campaign

It’s normal, and it will pass

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Baby, Baby Health, Parenting
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Parenting

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
Parenting
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Toddler Health

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
Toddler Health, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Nutrition
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Health & Wellness

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
Health & Wellness, It's Science, Life
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Shop

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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The Holidays

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
The Holidays, Career & Money, Christmas, Family Finances & Budgeting, Holidays, Life
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Parenting

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
Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play
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Toddler Milestones

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
Toddler Milestones, Child, Child Milestones, Parenting, Toddler
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Life

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
Life
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Baby Sleep Tips

8 ways to fix your baby’s short naps, according to a baby sleep expert

Ready to raise a good sleeper? Follow these tips.

Updated Aug. 15, 2023
Baby Sleep Tips, Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules
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