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California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 2025
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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

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 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
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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
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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
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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
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TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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Beyond ‘gentle’: How today’s parents are blending parenting styles—and breaking cycles

Modern parents aren’t following just one style anymore. From cycle-breaking to gentle parenting, they’re blending approaches

Updated Oct. 16, 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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Going to Music Together® classes is a bonding experience to cherish forever

There’s nothing like the warm feeling when you and your child sing a favorite song together…

Updated Jan. 14, 2025
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I’m a much better parent of tweens than I was of toddlers

I’m a limited, fallible, inadequate parent to teenagers—and I’m grateful for it every day

Updated Jul. 22, 2024
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These words from a stranger reframed my view on motherhood

Maybe she has been in my shoes before and remembered how fleeting this season is—even in the midst of the hard moments.

Updated Jul. 22, 2024
Mom of teens/tweens shares opinion on 'summer guilt'

All tween and teen moms will relate to this mom’s video about ‘summer guilt’

I still have that constant guilt that I'm not doing enough, that their summers are wasted"

Updated Jul. 22, 2024
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Study shows humor—yes, even bad jokes—could be fundamental to parenting

"The real question is, how can humor be used appropriately for the children?"

Updated Jul. 23, 2024
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Meteorologist shamed for wearing a wig on-air during cancer battle

"Can she stop playing with her hair and do weather?"

Updated Jul. 22, 2024
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New parents want to be a ‘coloring book family’ in restaurants

"You’re not a bad parent, but it’s bad parenting."

Updated Jul. 22, 2024
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Kylie Kelce reveals past miscarriage, slams pregnancy speculation: ‘Let’s do better’

“I do not take getting pregnant or trying to get pregnant lightly,” she says.

Updated Jul. 22, 2024
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Breastfed baby tries a bottle for the first time, and it did NOT go well 

“I’ll stick to the main source of supply,” mama joked.

Updated Jul. 18, 2024
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Southwest flight attendant saves the day with a crying baby midair

"On flight 2890 yesterday this angel saved me on my baby's first plane ride."

Updated Jul. 18, 2024
Baby saved by Count the Kicks app

Mom says ‘Count the Kicks’ app saved her baby’s life during her third trimester

Count the Kicks is an app that monitors a baby’s activity in the womb.

Updated Jul. 18, 2024
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I took my kids out of school for 3 months to travel—and we’re doing it again

The kids learned more in that time than they ever would have in a history class in school because they got to see things up close, in person.

Updated Jul. 19, 2024
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Yes, even busy parents and professionals can schedule a weekly ‘me night’—here’s how

Consider this your permission slip and how-to guide for reclaiming some of your precious time and energy for yourself. You’ll be a better mom and spouse for it.

Updated Jul. 19, 2024
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My childhood dream came true at the pool—as a 37-year-old mother of two

After years of aging, being a foodie and birthing two children, my whole body jiggles, but I own it. It has shown me sacred strength, earning my unparalleled respect.

Updated Jul. 18, 2024
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Mom warns about hypothermia after son experiences terrifying ‘cold shock’ at the beach

“Just because they can handle it doesn't mean they can handle it,” she wrote.

Updated Jul. 18, 2024
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In the 2 years since launching, the 988 crisis hotline has taken 10 million calls

"That's 10 million people who, often on the worst day of their life, had a resource to reach out to."

Updated Jul. 18, 2024
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