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Baby Health

The government is ramping up baby formula safety testing and supply

Operation Stork Speed is a new initiative aimed at making infant formula safer, more transparent, and more accessible.

Updated Mar. 21, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, News

Viral & Trending

Gen Z mom’s powerful message is changing how the world sees Down syndrome

Set to the song “Ordinary” by Alex Warren, the video has captured hearts with a montage of her baby, Addie—who was born with Down syndrome.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending, Baby, Baby Milestones, News

Toddler Shopping Guides

The best toddler bathing suits that are safe, comfortable and made to last

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Toddler Shopping Guides

A parent teaching children to wash hands as a precaution against H5 bird flu during an outbreak.

Baby

H5 bird flu outbreak: How to protect your family and stay safe

Let’s explore what H5 bird flu is, key safety practices, and how you can protect your loved ones.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness

Miscarriage & Loss

The UK just gave moms miscarriage leave—why doesn’t the U.S. do the same?

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

Miscarriage & Loss, Getting Pregnant, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Postpartum

This new at-home program is redefining postpartum care for moms

Postpartum care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. And yet, in the U.S., it’s treated as an afterthought.

Updated Mar. 13, 2025

Postpartum, Mental Health, Women's Health

Women's Health

Gal Gadot’s doctors dismissed her pregnancy migraines—but the shocking truth proves why moms must speak up

Gadot opened up about her terrifying experience with a brain clot while pregnant.

Updated Mar. 12, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Motherly, Pregnancy

Health & Wellness

Maternal deaths are dropping—but Black moms are still at the highest risk

Black women in the U.S. are about 3.5 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women.

Updated Mar. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Women's Health

Why more sex might just save your life, according to science

The study found that women who had sex less often showed higher levels of inflammation, which is linked to chronic illnesses like heart disease.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Women's Health

Massachusetts just made birth control and prenatal vitamins free

That’s right—no copays, no surprise bills, just direct access to essential reproductive healthcare.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, News

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Pregnancy

Kylie Kelce’s ‘Kegs for Pregs’ sold out in 14 minutes—because pregnant moms deserve to have fun too

Partnering with Liquid Death, she launched “Kegs for Pregs,” a limited-edition, five-liter keg of water.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Pregnancy, News, Pregnancy Products, Viral & Trending

Baby Names

This mom changed her baby’s name at 18 months—and she’s not alone

9% of moms have experienced regret over the name they chose for their child.

Updated Mar. 13, 2025

Baby Names, Baby, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Women's Health

Gal Gadot’s doctors dismissed her pregnancy migraines—but the shocking truth proves why moms must speak up

Gadot opened up about her terrifying experience with a brain clot while pregnant.

Updated Mar. 12, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Motherly, Pregnancy

Lauren Luyendyk and Arie Luyendyk Jr. expecting baby no. 4

Pregnancy

Lauren & Arie Luyendyk expecting fourth baby after vasectomy reversal: ‘Our last missing piece’

"Our last missing piece," Lauren and Arie captioned their Instagram post, "coming this September."

Updated Mar. 11, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby, News

Viral & Trending

Gen Z mom’s powerful message is changing how the world sees Down syndrome

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending, Baby, Baby Milestones, News

Baby Health

The government is ramping up baby formula safety testing and supply

Operation Stork Speed is a new initiative aimed at making infant formula safer, more transparent, and more accessible.

Updated Mar. 21, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, News

News

Dad of three boys sees his only daughter in pigtails for the first time—and completely falls apart

A TikTok video capturing a father’s raw, emotional reaction to seeing his only daughter in pigtails, racking up over 12.1 million views.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Viral & Trending

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

Postpartum

Alabama just took a big step for new moms—but postpartum depression care still falls short

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Postpartum, News

Pregnancy

Kylie Kelce’s ‘Kegs for Pregs’ sold out in 14 minutes—because pregnant moms deserve to have fun too

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Pregnancy, News, Pregnancy Products, Viral & Trending

Life

These ‘goddess’ photoshoots for women over 70 prove beauty has no age limit

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Life, Beauty, Beauty & Style, News, Viral & Trending

News

Dad of three boys sees his only daughter in pigtails for the first time—and completely falls apart

A TikTok video capturing a father’s raw, emotional reaction to seeing his only daughter in pigtails, racking up over 12.1 million views.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Safety

Consumer Reports study finds 50% of baby formulas contain potentially concerning chemicals—what parents need to know

Roughly half of the 41 baby formulas tested contained potentially harmful levels of contaminants.

Updated Mar. 21, 2025

Safety, Child, Child Nutrition, Food, Nutrition

Parenting

Are you a Type A or Type B mom? Here’s why you need the other in your life

Type A moms thrive on order and planning, while Type B moms embrace flexibility and spontaneity.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Parenting, Community & Friendship, Relationships

Toddler

‘It’s her world, we’re just living in it’—even brands can’t get enough of this toddler’s iconic shoe moment

A now-viral video of her daughter proudly selecting her footwear before an outing.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, Toddler Milestones, Viral & Trending

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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We started our curated This is: Birth film series to give representation to the many varied ways that women give birth. Shot by talented independent videographers, these birth films can be a resource for the expecting mama or anyone who is curious to see what birth really looks like.

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Community & Friendship

My internet mom friends are real

They make me a better mother. They live in my phone. They live in my heart.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Community & Friendship, Life, Relationships

Life

‘When does motherhood get easier?’

While it may not get any easier, trust me—it’s going to keep getting better.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

Life

Grandparents & Extended Families

Changing the stereotype: Why I love + appreciate my mother-in-law

She’s made positive impressions on my life that I’ll never forget.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Grandparents & Extended Families, Life, Relationships

Career & Money

6 strategies to keep your career alive while becoming a stay-at-home mom

Wondering how to keep your career alive even if you choose to become a stay at home mom?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Career & Money, Life, Work & Motherhood

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New Year, New Bump Sweepstakes

Get ready to have the best year ever—here’s $4k in prizes for your 2017 bundle of joy ✨

Updated Jan. 17, 2017

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Work & Motherhood

‘I’m still mama’: 5 encouraging mantras for working moms returning from maternity leave

Going back to work after maternity leave is a challenge on many levels—but you’ve got this, mama.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, Life, Motherly Stories, Parental Leave, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy

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Baby Milestones

Bringing baby to day care? 8 ways to ease the transition & feel good about your choice

4. Make drop offs short and sweet starting from the first day.

Updated Jan. 20, 2023

Baby Milestones, Baby, Parenting

Life

Motherhood: The ultimate case of imposter syndrome

Of course I felt like a phony parent—that’s how all mothers feel in the beginning.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Life

Postpartum

The 10 questions to ask at your 6-week postpartum visit

1. Were there any issues with my delivery I should know about?

Updated Nov. 09, 2022

Postpartum, Women's Health

Life

What partners can do: 5 ways to support mom + baby in the 4th trimester

Dads truly make the difference—in breastfeeding, birth recovery and baby’s happiness.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Life, Relationships

Life

I was just her, the mom with a toddler and an infant

Without that hard year, without that time in the trenches, I wouldn’t be able to recognize how far we’ve come.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Life

Life

I’m ready for another baby—but he’s not

It’s rare that two people are ready at precisely the same moment.

Updated Sep. 01, 2022

Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships

Parenting

I was going to fold the clothes, but instead I held you

You fell fast asleep on my chest and it was an easy choice of what to do.

Updated Mar. 11, 2022

Parenting

Parenting

What dad can do: nursery prep

#3—Put the furniture together. Please? ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Parenting

Parental Leave

The out-of-office message you want to put up when you’re on maternity leave (but won’t)

I will return to work [date here]. I promise you, it will be too soon.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022

Parental Leave, Career & Money, Life, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Work & Motherhood

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We’re Hiring a Brand Partnerships Intern!

Our ideal candidate is someone with an equal love for witty editorial and reader-focused partner sponsorships.

Updated Jan. 14, 2017

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Where does the time go?⌚️

Time is not measured by clocks but by moments.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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The Cutest Denim for Babies

Tiny jeans are just the beginning.

Updated Aug. 03, 2023

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Life

What runs through his head when he finds out you’re pregnant

As I waited, I half felt very manly and proud of myself and I half felt like there was no way this was happening.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships

Parenting

The stay-at-home mom isolation is real

I dragged myself out once a week to the new moms group I’d signed up for, and that seemed like enough.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Parenting

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