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The Kids' Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

The Kids’ Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

Arshiner’s Teddy Bear & Friends Collection isn’t just another round of kids’ clothes—it’s soft, durable, and playful enough to keep up with real childhood chaos. With styles dropping Sept. 15 on Amazon, this might be the rare collection both parents and kids agree on.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
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How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
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Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
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Try these positive affirmations to help raise a confident child

Positive affirmations can teach kids to have confidence in themselves.

Updated Sep. 12, 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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Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
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Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
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Sprout baby food pouch recalled for possible lead: How to check your lot and what to do

Parents are urged to check their Sprout baby food pouches after a lead-related recall.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Justin Bieber just shared his family’s values—and it has parents reflecting on their own

Justin Bieber’s family values list is inspiring parents to reflect on the principles they want to pass on and live by with their children

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
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Mom sends her boys running to stop their fights—what happens next is parenting gold

At first, it looked like punishment: two kids forced to run a mile together. But by the end, the tension was gone, replaced with laughter.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

Updated Sep. 15, 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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Don’t feel guilty about not being a ‘busy mom’ this summer

Being busy is not a badge of honor.

Updated Jun. 06, 2023
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To the teen girls at the swimming pool

Don’t worry; this isn’t going to be one of those letters.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023
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Chip and Joanna Gaines don’t let their kids have social media until college—here’s why

Chip and Joanna Gaines don't allow their kids on social media until right before they start college—"it’s a challenge."

Updated Jun. 03, 2024
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Effective communication requires good listening: Here’s the key to improving ALL your relationships

Life revolves around relationships. Listening well is key to fostering good relationships with others, which also translates into overall happiness. 

Updated Jun. 03, 2024
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Mandy Moore shows off baby bump after announcing she’s having her own ‘Big 3’

The “This Is Us” alum paid perfect tribute to the beloved series in her pregnancy announcement.

Updated Jun. 03, 2024
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The baby-friendly cure-all product hiding in your medicine cabinet

Hear me out: You truly can use Vaseline on just about anything.

Updated May. 30, 2024
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Mom shamed by grocery store cashier for letting her kid eat snacks before paying 

To snack or not to snack in the grocery store without paying first?

Updated May. 31, 2024
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Planning your maternity photoshoot? A celeb photographer shares her best tips

Beka Price, Utah's top maternity and newborn photographer, shares her expert tips for planning an unforgettable maternity photoshoot. Get invaluable advice from the photographer trusted by celebrities like Mykayla Skinner and Pharaoh Brown.

Updated May. 31, 2024
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Are girls’ periods starting earlier? Study says yes

A new large-scale study found that the age at which girls start menstruating is getting younger—and cycles are taking longer to become regular.

Updated May. 31, 2024
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I traveled to a ‘Blue Zone’: Here’s how it changed my daily routines

The foods, teas and kindness I discovered in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, will stay with me forever.

Updated Jun. 04, 2024
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Many daycares don’t allow breast milk after 1 year of age

There’s a disconnect between medical guidance around extended breastfeeding and many mothers’ lived experience.

Updated May. 30, 2024
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Pizza Hut’s summer ‘Book It’ program is back to inspire a new generation of young readers

The Book-It program encourages a love of learning and brings families together in the best way.

Updated May. 30, 2024
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Paternity leave benefits the whole family. So why aren’t dads taking it?

Less than half of dads take their full parental leave. It’s time to change that.

Updated May. 29, 2024
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Kourtney Kardashian says baby Rocky only sleeps in her arms

“It's my favorite thing in the world," she says.

Updated May. 29, 2024
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