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Child Learn & Play

Body language expert shares 3 simple ways to raise socially skilled kids

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Child Learn & Play
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Postpartum

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
Postpartum, News
Grandparents
Grandparents & Extended Families

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
Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships
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Work & Motherhood

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
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

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Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health
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Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Health & Wellness, Women's Health
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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Health & Wellness Shopping Guide
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Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health
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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast
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Health & Wellness

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
Health & Wellness, Children's Health

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

Read the report
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Pregnancy

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Pregnancy

A maternal-health expert explains why Cardi B’s honesty about pregnancy depression matters

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News
Miscarriage rates
News

One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy
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Viral & Trending

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
Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy
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Celebrity News

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
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

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Pregnancy

A maternal-health expert explains why Cardi B’s honesty about pregnancy depression matters

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News
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Safety

A mom bought her daughter new shoes—then faced the reality of what safety means in America

“I had to break it to her that I’m so sorry, mama,” she says quietly in the video. “We can’t bring those to school.”

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Safety, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
Miscarriage rates
News

One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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.
Grandparents
Grandparents & Extended Families

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships
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Viral & Trending

The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy
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Work & Motherhood

Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Shoes that light up
Safety

A mom bought her daughter new shoes—then faced the reality of what safety means in America

“I had to break it to her that I’m so sorry, mama,” she says quietly in the video. “We can’t bring those to school.”

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Safety, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
Grandparents
Grandparents & Extended Families

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
Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships
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Parenting

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
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

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
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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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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Motherly Stories

Embracing my ‘fire’—even if it embarrasses my teen

Just the other day my son said, “You know, Mom, I’m generally not embarrassed by you.”

Updated May. 22, 2024
Motherly Stories, Teen
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Life

It’s science: Wanting to ‘eat’ your baby makes you a better parent

Go ahead and nibble on your baby's cheeks. Research says it makes you an even better parent.

Updated May. 25, 2024
Life, It's Science
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Viral & Trending

Nanny shares examples of text messages from parents over pay: ‘My jaw dropped’

"If you were expecting full pay, is there a reason u didn’t give full effort during the day?"

Updated May. 24, 2024
Viral & Trending
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Health & Wellness

New study shows ADHD cases are on the rise—and now affect 1 in 9 kids

The new CDC report called ADHD an "expanding public health concern."

Updated May. 24, 2024
Health & Wellness, Children's Health, News
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Pregnancy

Scientists calculate the energy it takes to carry a baby—and it’s WAY more than they thought

Even scientists admit they’ve underestimated the energy it takes to carry a baby.

Updated May. 23, 2024
Pregnancy, News
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Pregnancy

New mom’s PowerPoint of ground rules for meeting her newborn goes viral on TikTok

“Do what feels right for you and your family.”

Updated May. 23, 2024
Pregnancy, Viral & Trending
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Celebrity News

The Rock adorably credits his young daughter for motivating him through ‘Moana 2’

"As you see I had the greatest motivation to help me push thru to keep me strong."

Updated May. 23, 2024
Celebrity News
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Viral & Trending

Teacher goes viral on Reddit for showing how they caught students cheating

"They had all secretly copied each other's work and played the telephone game by accident."

Updated May. 23, 2024
Viral & Trending
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Celebrity News

Kourtney Kardashian shares details about her son’s ‘terrifying’ fetal surgery for the first time

She detailed the entire experience, describing baby Rocky as a “miracle.”

Updated May. 23, 2024
Celebrity News
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Viral & Trending

Ms. Rachel says she was bullied after participating in a fundraiser for kids caught in global conflict

"I love every neighbor. Any child suffering is on my heart."

Updated May. 22, 2024
Viral & Trending
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News

Pediatrician shares water safety tips for parents amid new CDC data on drowning

Swim lessons aren't just fun—they can save a child's life.

Updated May. 22, 2024
News, Safety
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News

California bill would ban anti-aging skincare products for kids under 13

"Kids don’t need anti-aging products"

Updated May. 22, 2024
News
Toddler on potty
Viral & Trending

Reddit dad asks if he’s wrong for sticking to his daughter’s potty training routine on vacation

"We arrived in Hawaii two days ago, and she had quite a few accidents – I suspect because she’s dealing with an unfamiliar place and new people."

Updated May. 22, 2024
Viral & Trending
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Women's Health

Patients cared for by female doctors have a lower risk of death, according to new research

Female physicians interrupt patients less, and spend more time with them.

Updated May. 22, 2024
Women's Health
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Travel

The perfect vacation spot DOES exist, and it’s a dream for families or adults traveling without kids

This is the perfect destination for you to bring the whole family—or come alone for some mama "me time."

Updated May. 21, 2024
Travel
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News

Target is reducing prices on 5,000 items because no one can afford anything anymore

"We know consumers are feeling pressured to make the most of their budget, and Target is here to help them save more."

Updated May. 21, 2024
News
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Celebrity News

Jessica Biel says she didn’t really ‘know’ her own body until she was trying to conceive

“It just kind of became clear that a lot of us don't know enough about our bodies,” she explains.

Updated May. 21, 2024
Celebrity News
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Mother's Day

Cat’s cradle: Life lessons from the family game closet 

She made a nest in that closet among the broken jump ropes, deflated basketballs, unstrung tennis rackets, and 20-year-old coats.

Updated May. 17, 2024
Mother's Day, Life
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Viral & Trending

This is the most accurate depiction of the first child vs. the second child EVER

Sounds like a strong case of Second Child Syndrome!

Updated May. 17, 2024
Viral & Trending
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Viral & Trending

Everyone is loving this mom’s ‘aggressive’ cooking style—because she’s AWESOME

The entire internet is falling in love with this mom's whole "aggressive" aesthetic, and it's easy to see why.

Updated May. 17, 2024
Viral & Trending
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