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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 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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Kate Middleton’s body—and pregnancy—is not ours to judge

That she is royalty does not grant anyone permission to judge or comment on her body.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Smoother mornings ahead ☕️

Don’t watch the clock. It just keeps going.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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8 powerful reasons why I ‘unschool’ my kids

1. I want them to learn how to learn

Updated Oct. 12, 2017
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The good news about infant attachment—you’re probably already doing it

Healthy infant attachment is developed over many, many moments, not just one.

Updated Jan. 18, 2023
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I don’t want mom friends, I need them

My mom-friends are a whole new category of friend.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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To the mama who moved away from her family

I decided to get plugged in.

Updated Aug. 18, 2022
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The ‘discipline’ approach that *prevents* kid problems

It is called soliciting good intentions, and the aim is to work ahead of challenging problems instead of when emotions are really stirred up.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022
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To the perfectionist mom feeling like a failure—you are more amazing than you think

If you could only see yourself through the eyes of these people who love you most, you would understand.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Watching my children become friends is more joyful than I can express

When your favorite creatures on earth recognize the amazingness in one another… well it’s just awesome. ✨

Updated Aug. 27, 2022
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Diono issues recall for half a million car seats: What you need to know

The recall affects Diono’s Radian R100, Radian R120, Radian RXT, Olympia, Pacifica and Rainier lines.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Dads are partners—not just ‘helpers’

Yes, my husband is a champ when it comes to housework. But calling that “help” implies that those aren’t responsibilities an equal partner would have.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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New law could cause jail time for parents of bullies

But it likely won’t solve the real problem.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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10 Products Every Mom Needs Postpartum

These postpartum essentials will get you on the road to recovery.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022
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To my wife, who suffers from anxiety

I see the problem. And trust me, I want to be able to just say or do the right thing to fix everything.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Motherhood made me confront my anxiety—head on

If it hadn’t been for my daughter, I wouldn’t have begun to take my mental health as seriously as I do now.

Updated Jun. 01, 2022
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To my grandparents, on disciplining my child

Trust that I want what’s best for my child—just like you did.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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How to find the right balance between helpful and helicopter parenting

Ultimately, our children’s strives towards independence are signs that we parents are doing something right.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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To the mama about to send her child to daycare for the first time

From a mom who’s been there, I want to tell you that it is going to be okay.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
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