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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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This is what motherhood looks like when no one’s watching

This is trying so hard with every bone in my body to do my very best day in and day out, to give my babies all they need

Updated Aug. 17, 2022
Eva Longoria holding her son

Eva Longoria’s powerful comments about choosing motherhood after 40

How old were you when you had your first child, mama?

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
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I learned about exclusively pumping after my preemie was born

I wish I had known sooner that I had this choice because it was the best one for us.

Updated Oct. 26, 2023

Why parents might want to reconsider using time outs

Do you use time outs, mama?

Updated Oct. 02, 2022
child riding on a scooter outside - benefits of outdoor play for kids

The benefits of outdoor play for kids are pretty incredible

From promoting curiosity to supporting impulse control, playing outside comes with major rewards.

Updated Sep. 04, 2024

5 tips for summer safety for kids

We're all ears.

Updated Jul. 26, 2019
mom kissing son in a hospital bed on his head

This mama’s gut-wrenching story of her son almost drowning has gone viral

"The reason I'm sharing? This happened in a pool full of people. A pool full of ADULTS," shares Leeson.

Updated May. 20, 2022

6 proven ways to raise kind kids

Because kindness goes a long way.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022
video screenshot of dad holding up supportive signs to mom in labor

Our favorite viral mama & kid videos

Viral video of twins holding hands right after birth This viral video…

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
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How to help your child deal with the death of a loved one

"The best thing you can do is be present and empathic."

Updated Dec. 22, 2021
baby sleeping

Bust these myths to help your baby sleep better

Myth #3: Never wake a sleeping baby.

Updated Sep. 28, 2022

Tia Mowry co-slept with her kids for years—because it was the right choice for her family

The actress opens up about her most "non-traditional" parenting move.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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