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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
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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
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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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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
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‘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
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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
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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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What I want you to know about my child’s peanut allergy

It takes a village—and this village knows how to administer epinephrine.

Updated Apr. 22, 2024
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I’m getting to know the non-mom version of me again

Because when you think of it, we’re always about 20 different versions of ourselves at once. We’re mother, daughter, friend, wife, teacher, doctor, nurse. 

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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I didn’t think I could be a boy mom. Until I had you.

I now know I can change the next generation: I can raise a son who is respectful, diligent and understanding.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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How to plan a children’s solar eclipse party that’s out of this world

A total solar eclipse calls for a totally awesome party! ☀️

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Why waiting to name your baby can actually be awesome

For many families, waiting to meet baby before bestowing a name makes the most sense.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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The Best Travel Cribs of 2017

The lightest, fastest-folding, most portable travel cribs of the year.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022
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How to go back to work without weaning

Weaning is the process of transitioning from breastfeeding to not breastfeeding at all.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
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How to talk about what happened in Charlottesville with your kids

As a Black mother, here’s what I want all parents to know.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Here’s what teachers REALLY need from parents this back-to-school season

More than anything we just want an environment where your children will succeed, both academically and emotionally. 

Updated Aug. 14, 2017
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Allowing kids to embrace big emotions is good parenting—and it’s science

New research shows how parents respond to children’s moods has big implications for those children’s later mental health.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
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A letter to my baby—as he starts kindergarten

You were *just* my baby. And I’m stopping to remember what these last few years have meant—to both of us.

Updated Aug. 31, 2022
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5 Second Pick Me Up: Lanolin

A little nipple cream can go a long way in your beauty routine.

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
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Sleep is key for the happiest mom on the block, too

The author of The Happiest Baby on the Block explains why we need to be prioritizing sleep for parents.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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How to survive new motherhood when you’re an introvert

When everyone you’ve ever met wants to meet the new baby, you may have to draw boundaries. 

Updated Feb. 13, 2023
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5 things I wish I had known about children’s vision correction

1. Even without signs of vision delays, your little one may still need sight correction.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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15 Kid-approved, easy breakfast ideas for school mornings

Upgrade from cereal with these fun, simple breakfast ideas for busy mornings!

Updated Aug. 21, 2025
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Where to find inspiration for unique baby names

Plus 20 perfectly uncommon baby names we adore. 

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Mama, you do it all

The hustle is real.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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