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Tylenol when pregnant

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
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
Viral 9 year old perfectly writing brand logos

This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Tylenol when pregnant

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
what baby kicks tell you

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Parenting apps

Parenting apps can plan the party and write the note—but they can’t give what matters most

41% of parents say they’re often so stressed they can’t function.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
1980s parenting

Parents are ditching screens and reviving these 80s habits—and the results are surprising

Families are weaving those timeless practices into modern life—with a litt le more intention, safety, and heart.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

Updated Sep. 26, 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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‘Inside Out 2’ has parents wondering if they need to worry about teen ennui

Is ennui a normal part of being a teenager—or something for parents to worry about?

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
Mom and teens all on technology on the couch

Study shows parents need to ‘practice what they preach’ when it comes to kids’ screen time

“It’s especially important that parents follow their own rules and practice what they preach,” the study’s lead author says.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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10 affordable luxury pieces we can’t pass up during Quince’s one day sale

With such budget-friendly prices year-round, a Quince sale is essentially unheard of.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
Woman on phone holding baby

Does this mom’s sister have the right to lay claim to certain baby names?

"My response was simply that if Jade wants to own the rights to names then she better get rich fast and buy those names"

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
Dads don't babysit tiktok

NFL player goes viral for saying ‘dads don’t babysit’

"We're not doing this anymore. Dads don't babysit. We're just dads"

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
toddler in the middle of a messy living room

Reddit thread about parents who ‘always have a clean house’ is what we all need to read today

If you're a parent who struggles to keep your house perfectly clean, this thread is for you

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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The Surgeon General just called for a warning label for social media apps—here’s why

“It is time to require a surgeon general’s warning label on social media platforms, stating that social media is associated with significant mental health harms for adolescents."

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
Woman donates eggs and gets sweet letter

This egg donor received an emotional letter from a a grateful family, and she was left in tears

The note made the donor feel connected to the family and feel immense gratitude.

Updated Jun. 17, 2024
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Rihanna shares the thing that surprised her about postpartum hair loss

She joked that this one aspect of postpartum hair loss “was not on the pamphlet.”

Updated Jun. 17, 2024
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PSA: You are allowed to feel sexy postpartum

There’s a power, a love, a strength emanating from me—even with a stye, leaky breasts and a colicky baby.

Updated Jun. 13, 2024
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What is elimination communication? Experts share how to go diaper-free soon after birth

Skipping diapers could have more benefits than you imagined—and not just for your wallet.

Updated Jun. 14, 2024
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Climate anxiety disproportionately burdens moms: Here’s why 

Women are expected to continue mothering and caregiving, requiring them to navigate obvious risks associated with rising temperatures, shifting landscapes and extreme weather events.

Updated Jun. 15, 2024
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Teaching my children to be good citizens: How to foster empathy through philanthropic giving

As parents, we can empower our children to shape the future by instilling habits of generosity. Data shows that being generous also improves well-being and mental health—benefiting everyone.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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5 camping safety tips for parents, from an emergency medicine doctor

What to know before you go, from managing bug bites to heat illness to sunburns.

Updated Jun. 17, 2024
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Are doulas covered by insurance? It depends on where you live

This founder wants to help you find out if you’re eligible.

Updated Jun. 12, 2024
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Kate Middleton shares personal cancer update: ‘I am not out of the woods yet’

"William and I have been doing everything we can to process and manage this privately for the sake of our young family."

Updated Jun. 14, 2024
Mom vents about age gap siblings

This mom is here with the hard truths about the two-year sibling age gap

"Not a single soul warned me about this and not a single soul has talked about it on here that I've seen."

Updated Jun. 14, 2024
Girl picking a book from her school library

Florida parents sue the Board of Education over banned book laws for ‘violating rights’ of children

H.B. 1069 focuses on restricting what teachers can say or teach about gender, sex, sexual orientation, and critical race theory, and includes banning books on such topics.

Updated Jun. 14, 2024
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Organic milk 101: A beginner’s guide

Here’s how to navigate the dairy aisle with confidence—and why we love one brand in particular.

Updated Jun. 14, 2024
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