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From feeding to milestones to parenting styles, our expert-guided parenting section dives into tips, tricks and research to support modern mamas.

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Dear mama-to-be, I envy you

This life is wonderful. So wonderful in fact that I would go back and live it again and again, which is why it is with bittersweet envy that I celebrate expecting moms and the amazing moments ahead of them.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022

Granger Smith’s tragedy: What you need to know about drowning risks

His 3-year-old son died in a drowning accident at home.

Updated Jun. 06, 2019
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Why kids who do chores become more successful adults

Do your kids do chores around the house? If so, what are they?

Updated Nov. 16, 2022

No country is on target for gender equality—and that’s hurting mothers, especially

"Gender equality is under attack," says Canadian Prime minister Justin Trudeau.

Updated Jul. 25, 2022

Get ready mama, Baby Shark’s heading for TV!

The Korean company behind the viral video has a deal with Nickelodeon.

Updated Jun. 05, 2019

7 phrases to help your shy child feel brave

1. "Let's get there a little early to settle in."

Updated Jun. 04, 2019
summer newborn wearing flower crown- babies born in june

6 reasons why June babies are special

You may have a future Nobel Prize winner on your hands!

Updated May. 28, 2024

Parenting a ‘fussy’ baby is harder on mom than anyone knows

It can lead to a higher risk for depression, says new study.

Updated Jun. 03, 2019
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Why your kindergartener may still benefit from a nap

How old was your child when they stopped napping, mama?

Updated Oct. 29, 2024
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How to use screen time to raise empathetic and kind kids

When we control technology—and not the other way around—the potential is enormous.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

This phone app can help you figure out if your kid has an ear infection

It's not available publicly yet, but it could be a game-changer.

Updated May. 23, 2019

What to do if your child gets a tick bite

You're well within your rights to feel creeped out! But don't panic. Not every tick bite transmits Lyme disease.

Updated Sep. 15, 2022

To the parents who don’t think they’re good at ‘playing’—you are

Your child thinks you're fun, even if you don't.

Updated May. 22, 2019
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