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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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How to Survive at Work after Baby Kept You Up All Night

5 working mom tips for when last night was a disaster.

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50 activities to calm your angry child

26. Walk in nature.

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To all the tired, overwhelmed mamas out there: We’re really lucky

Thank goodness for those little moments that remind us how wonderful this life is.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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20 reasons why being a mom of 3 totally rocks

3. You can actually enjoy what’s precious about each stage.

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Your last baby: Savor these moments, mama. Their firsts will also be your lasts

On the day that your last child is born, you’ll find yourself filled with a jumble of emotions. ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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I’m becoming the mother I needed my mom to be

Mothering while motherless leaves you equal parts lost and equal parts found.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Better after baby: Coping with ‘postpartum depletion’ + how you can bounce back

Postpartum depletion describes the way new mothers feel for months and even years after baby is born.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Sometimes babies don’t sleep

I can’t fast-forward to an easier season, so I may as well lean into the hard ones.

Updated Feb. 08, 2023
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Improve cooperation and peace: 21 ways to reach your child’s heart

1. Listen with the intent to understand their point of view and feelings.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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A Whimsical Touch for Baby’s Nursery

And everything else your mom group is talking about this week.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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Can Acupuncture Help Boost Fertility?

6 ways acupuncture can help increase your odds of getting pregnant.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Meals made easy: 3 ways to simplify dinner time

2. Leave the heavy lifting to the pros.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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You need a vacation from momlife

My work can wait. My kids are in good hands. My routine will be there waiting for me when I get back.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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What if all I want is a ‘mediocre’ life?

A small, slow, simple, beautiful life.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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Just a little bit

Your progress report this week, mama? A+.

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How to Reduce Pumping Anxiety

10 ways to stress less while you’re making milk for baby.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022
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How Pregnancy Taught Me to Be Selfish

An expecting mama realized that pregnancy was the perfect time for self-care.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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To the mom who feels like she’s failing: You’re not. (Promise.) ?

The times I feel like I’m failing, I’m somehow reminded that sure enough, I must be doing something right. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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