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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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One preschooler’s wild graduation dream is sparking joy for millions

"Dream big, baby girl. In other news, might be time to turn off the @wickedmovie at home."

Updated Jul. 03, 2025

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Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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What a new study suggests about pregnancy diet and type 1 diabetes—and why it’s not about being perfect

It’s not about being perfect. It’s about having the tools to make informed choices.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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Facing a high-risk pregnancy? Here’s what three experts want every mom to know

By Jane Purser, DNP FNP-C; Becca Hamilton, LPC, PMH-C; and Dr. Margaret Archer, PT, DPT

Updated Jun. 24, 2025
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Going on a cruise this summer? 7 safety tips every parent should know before setting sail

The best time to talk about cruise rules? Before the ocean is involved.

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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How to talk to your kids about the floods in Texas

"The other thing that parents can do is talk about their own feelings in a calm and appropriate way.”

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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Mom checks baby monitor—and sees a crib moment she’ll never forget

Arlia climbs into the crib, settles in beside her seven-month-old sister, and instinctively pulls a small blanket over them both.

Updated Jul. 07, 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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10 productivity tips to help you unleash your inner Mom Boss

The average mom only gets 17 minutes of alone time per day. We challenge you to find more without sacrificing.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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How to get to the bottom of whining—and give your kids the tools to avoid it later

Whining is the emotion of frustration and in order to help draw it out, we will need to come alongside it.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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What my marriage needed: ‘date nights’ with couple friends

We are more whole and alive because of our couplefriends—and it all started with just one dinner invitation.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022
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5 Reasons Saying No Will Make #momlife Better

What if saying "no" could actually make you a happier mama?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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THIS Is Baby Food!

And 5 things your mom group’s talking about this week.

Updated Feb. 25, 2025
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A Letter to My New Baby

Photographer Nicki Sebastian reflects on bringing home baby to big sis.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Feeling a mixture of emotions doesn’t make you ‘bad’—it makes you a parent

Welcome to the rollercoaster of motherhood. ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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You worked hard to get your (natural) post-baby body. Why rush into getting the old one ‘back’?

When you work so hard to get *this* body, why should you be in a hurry to return it?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Dear husband: Thank you for filling our lives with joy

In case we forget to tell you–because we will definitely forget to tell you–you make the whole world turn round.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022
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I wish I loved my body sooner

I see her and I’m ready to love her—finally. I only wish I got here sooner.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Motherhood is not the end of the adventure—it’s a new beginning

Motherhood has a way of making even adventure that much more of one. In the best of ways.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Why gratitude isn’t something you teach—but help your children feel

The problem lies in thinking emotions are lessons to be learned rather than feelings that need to be felt.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Dear husband: When I forget to see you…

Today, and every day, I want you to know…you are my favorite.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022
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My fellow mama martyrs: Say ‘yes’ the next time someone offers help

Even mamas need some help. And there’s no shame in that. ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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8 ways to boost male fertility

Lifestyle changes that could help beef up those swimmers.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
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7 documents you need in place today to protect your child’s future

Doing this work today can make life for your children easier down the line.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Dear husband: I love watching you be a father

I am SO happy for our children, because they have the gift of you.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Mama, in the daily grind of life, we can still find magic

I have somehow misplaced this magic. This magic that lives and breathes and wakes up in my house every morning…

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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