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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

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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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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
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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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
Grandparents

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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Mom lets grandparents break the rules—and it’s winning hearts online

When it comes to childcare, sometimes letting grandparents do their thing is the best parenting hack

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

e. And a 9-year-old teacher whose mantra—“It takes process”—is turning everyday lessons into heartwarming TikTok magic.

Updated Oct. 08, 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 recovered from postpartum psychosis: Here are 5 things I learned

And now, I’m actually grateful for my experience.

Updated Jun. 21, 2024
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5 reasons why milk is still the ideal bedtime snack, from a dietitian

From helping support sleep hormones to promoting relaxation, here’s why milk before bed is a simple solution for better rest.

Updated Jul. 08, 2024
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The ultimate guide to DHA Omega 3 for your family

Here’s why getting enough DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, is non-negotiable at every age.

Updated Jul. 08, 2024
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13 sleek skorts that’ll make you ditch your shorts this summer

Ah, the skort—that clever hybrid of skirt and shorts that's been saving us from wardrobe malfunctions since forever.

Updated Jun. 27, 2025
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Fellow moms love Ashley Tisdale for keeping it real about ‘horrible’ pregnancy reflux

Moms everywhere know the feeling of trying to get some solid z’s during pregnancy.

Updated Jun. 20, 2024
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Mom asks for advice after her child receives a note from a classmate’s parent

"I am trying to handle a certain situation properly so I don’t let my anger get the best of me."

Updated Jun. 20, 2024
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You have to see this video of Adele singing with what may be her youngest fan

Her mom captioned the video, "Adele stopped to meet ‘mini Adele.’"

Updated Jun. 20, 2024
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High blood pressure in pregnancy has doubled—but only 60% of women are treated

Experts think the increase might be due to women waiting longer to get pregnant.

Updated Aug. 07, 2024
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Ohio hospital sees 7—yes, 7!—sets of twins born within days of each other

"We’ve been feeling double the love caring for 7 sets of newborn twins, at the same time."

Updated Jun. 20, 2024
Siblings fighting

Mom’s tweet helps normalize that not all siblings get along—and that’s absolutely OK

Since welcoming her second child, this mom says “it’s been a rough year.”

Updated Jun. 19, 2024
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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