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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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The baby milestones app no one talks about

Milestones made me happy. Hour by hour, I received pings on everything from the ideal growth of my baby, to expected changes in my body, to birth preparation, and beyond.

Updated Oct. 01, 2024
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Why Shay Mitchell is teaching her baby about activism

"I think it's so important to educate them at a young age."

Updated Mar. 24, 2023

A mama’s day: With 5 sons

What it lacks in restfulness, it makes up for in love and memories

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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Parents transition kids from car seats too soon, survey finds

Car seat safety can sometimes feel overwhelming, but when we break it down, it gets really simple.

Updated Sep. 13, 2024
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This toddler is going viral for thanking his mama (for absolutely everything)

You have to watch this adorable, food-loving toddler winning the internet with politeness.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022
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Guess what? You don’t have to potty train your kids

Instead, set up conditions so your child can learn.

Updated Sep. 19, 2022
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We need to stop shaming moms for co-sleeping—and research shows why

At the end of the day, we’re all just trying to decide what’s best for our own children—and ourselves.

Updated Feb. 23, 2023
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We’re entering a new age of fatherhood, says new study

But here's what dads need to keep the momentum going.

Updated Jan. 11, 2022
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21 breastfeeding portraits that show the strength and vulnerability of new motherhood

The complexity of breastfeeding is what photographer Sophie Harris-Taylor set out to explore in her now-viral portrait series, Milk.

Updated Jul. 21, 2022
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Summer activities are canceled, but the magic of the season isn’t

This summer feels like both an insurmountable task and an incredible opportunity.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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23 mom-tested ways to manage a tantrum (that really work)

Here's what to try the next time your toddler has a meltdown.

Updated Dec. 13, 2022
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Try these 10 mindful phrases to effectively praise your kids

Here's how to praise your child's efforts and achievements—and keep them motivated!

Updated Jun. 28, 2022
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Thank you to my little ones for being patient with me

I am asking them to not be scared or worried about the virus, even though I am every single day.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022
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Why your preschooler is struggling, according to a family therapist

Potty talk, meltdowns and opposition all mean one thing for your preschooler. Here's how to help.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
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I’m sending my toddler to daycare for the first time—but I’m not ready

The idea of my son being outside the safety of our house—and isolation—is giving me so much anxiety.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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