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Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Work & Motherhood

The model who turned her maternity brand into a lifeline for isolated moms

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Work & Motherhood

Child

New poll reveals how little freedom kids have today—and why experts say it’s hurting them

Digital devices are deeply embedded in modern childhood, and the Harris Poll shows just how much they shape kids’ daily lives.

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

News

Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

Our Partners

Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Getting Pregnant

China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility

Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Infertility

Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, News

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Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

Entertainment, News, Viral & Trending, What To Watch

News

Teaching kids to spot ‘weaponized incompetence’ before it becomes a habit

By calmly calling out the behavior, Huffman equipped her son with language

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

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.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

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.”

Viral & Trending

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.

News

How a baby’s autograph-covered helmet became the sweetest surprise of the US Open

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Penn Badgley quietly introduces his new role: dad of twins

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

News, Celebrity News

News

Viral video captures firstborn crashing baby’s giggle session with a laugh no one will forget

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

News, Baby, Viral & Trending

Toddler

This little girl’s bedtime clapback proves kids always have the last word

“Kids always know exactly how to cut you down at bedtime 😂.”

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, Toddler Sleep, Viral & Trending

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Toddler Sleep

This viral blankie story proves kids know exactly what they need to feel safe

When the youngest gets attention, the oldest often steps in with their own showstopper act.

Updated Sep. 04, 2025

Toddler Sleep, Parenting, Toddler

Viral & Trending

$1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

The comparison has struck a nerve and sparked conversations about what kind of daycare system parents deserve.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, News, Parenting

Back To School

Parents say they’ll go into debt to help kids fit in—here’s how to navigate back-to-school pressure

Parents of K–12 and college students plan to spend an average of $741 this year—$200 more than last year.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Back To School, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, Parenting

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A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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Life

25 self-care ideas for exhausted parents

Think of one activity you could cut out of your schedule. Then actually cut it out of your schedule.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Life

Life

It shouldn’t take a daughter for you to care about women

The parents of daughters or not, let’s hold everyone to the same standard of respect for women.

Updated Sep. 01, 2022

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Life

The Boy Scouts is opening to girls

The Boy Scouts will soon allow girls to join Cub Scouts and is creating a fast-track to becoming an Eagle Scout for older girls.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Parents spend 140 hours per year on bedtime—but they’re worth it

These are the moments that are good for our souls—and their dental hygiene habits.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Parenting

Life

7 Sex Positions That Are Comfortable During Pregnancy

How to make pregnancy sex less awkward.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life, Relationships

Registry

City Baby Registry Giveaway

Giveaway!

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Registry

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Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

5 important reasons your baby wakes up at night to breastfeed

2. Breastmilk produced at night actually promotes better long-term sleep for your baby.

Updated Aug. 04, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips, Baby Sleep Tips

Life

5 healthy, kid-approved Halloween treats you can make in 10 minutes

These banana ghosts have to be the easiest “recipe” ever! ?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life

Life

Motherly nursery tour: a beautiful + budget-friendly home for baby

The sweet touches from the parents’ travels will have this little girl ready to take on the big world. ?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life

Parenting

Chores, teamwork and high expectations: The 15 habits that raise responsible kids

Even when it’s more work for you, let your child help.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022

Parenting, Child, Teen, Toddler

Parenting

I pledge to raise a peaceful child

I pledge to read books and listen to music and admire art from all different cultures with my son.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Parenting

Pregnancy

Vanessa Lachey on her premature baby: ‘Don’t worry about me. Just make him okay’

Whether on delivery day or later, this a moment that comes for all parents. And shows us our strength.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Pregnancy

C-Section

10 C-section myths we’d like to clear up right now

Myth #4: You can’t breastfeed after a C-section. While it may be a little more challenging at first, you absolutely can!

Updated Oct. 06, 2022

C-Section, Health & Wellness

Life

With Target’s new service, a ‘quick trip’ really can happen for busy moms

Target’s new Drive Up service seriously lessens the pain when you run out of diapers.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Life

Positive parenting: 5 ways to have a smoother morning with your kids

4. Start the morning with praise for your kids—and yourself.

Updated Feb. 22, 2025

Life

Life

Why we should all care about bullying, even if our kid isn’t a ‘victim’

A new study shows just how big of a ripple effect bullying has in schools.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Life

I survived breast cancer—while raising two young kids

It was exhausting to raise two young kids while battling cancer. But they also gave me purpose and motivation.

Updated Oct. 04, 2024

Life, Women's Health

Pregnancy

Baking Soda Free Deodorants for Pregnancy

Why you should lose the BS

Updated Sep. 20, 2022

Pregnancy, Pregnancy Products

Halloween

Make baby’s first Halloween memorable—no trick or treating required

While baby may not remember any of these things, you sure will!

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Halloween, Baby, Baby Milestones, Holidays, Parenting

Parenting

There’s no such thing as ‘too much’ self-esteem—so pour on the unconditional love, mama

We cannot see ourselves as too good, too capable or too valuable.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Parenting

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