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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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The best 4th of July sales to shop this holiday week

Kid's clothes, baby gear and of course a few for mama, too!

Updated Jun. 30, 2025
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4th of July activities for kids who don’t like fireworks: Fun, safe & sensory-friendly ideas

The volume and spectacle of Independence Day fireworks can be a frightening experience for your little one.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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Moms are calling this AI tool a ‘lifesaver’ for the mental load they carry every day

“My life has gotten 10 times easier and, for the first time in a long time, I feel like I have space to breathe.”

Updated Jul. 03, 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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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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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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A toddler crawled into her baby sister’s crib—and showed us what love looks like before language

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

Updated Jul. 04, 2025
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Mom and dad talk behind their toddler’s back—her reaction is unforgettable

What they’re doing is part of a growing parenting trend known as “positive gossip”—speaking praise about your child as if they’re not listening, even though they definitely are.

Updated Jun. 28, 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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I finally see you, mom—all the love, sacrifice and selflessness

Thank you doesn’t even come close to expressing how I feel, but I just want you to know I see you now.

Updated Apr. 26, 2022
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Here are the eleven items you need for a fully outfitted nursery.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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“Don’t ever lose touch with your girlfriends, sweetheart. The older you get, the more you’ll need them,” she said. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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The 8 best ingredients in an irresistible playroom

Maximize whimsy + play in your children’s spaces.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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3 ways to ensure your family photos live forever ?

I want my boys to have a breadth of shared memories that are tactile and tangible—that they can hold in their hands.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Attention tired mamas: A word of encouragement

Snuggle them and hold on tight knowing that this tiresome day will be your beautiful, cherished memory tomorrow.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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4 styling tips to help you keep your growing bump styling until D-Day.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Low-touch parenting: The key to pursuing passions outside of ‘motherhood’

Why carving some time out of family time and using it for yourself is a great idea. ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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1. Be a good listener, not the pregnancy guru

Updated Feb. 22, 2025
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How more mamas are rocking careers on their own schedules

You do what works for you—and your family.

Updated Dec. 17, 2021
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You’ve got what it takes

Rise and shine, mama!

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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A birth practitioner reflects on the decision that changed her life.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Any of these look familiar, mom and dad?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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How I Got My Baby to Sleep through the Night

Real moms share their “secret sleep sauce.”

Updated Apr. 12, 2022
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6 common in-law conflicts after baby arrives: How to handle them

Including: How you can say “no,” how you can avoid alienating them and how you can be sure to stand up for yourself.

Updated Mar. 30, 2023
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Together we are creating a whole new culture of men who are healthy, confident and balanced. ?

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7 Best Sleeping Bags in 2017

Dress baby in a wearable blanket for safer, comfier snoozing.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022
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