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Teacher pulls mom aside after school—what her son said left her speechless

TikTok creator Aurora McCausland (@auroramccausland), whose recent video has parents everywhere simultaneously cringing and cackling.

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
UK miscarriage

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

A new policy will soon guarantee parents two weeks of paid bereavement leave after a miscarriage

Updated Jul. 08, 2025
Childbearing years: A mother cradling her newborn

Am I really done having babies?

It’s hard to watch your baby hitting new milestones without wondering if this is your last baby and the last milestone.

Updated Dec. 19, 2024

To the mama whose child just received a life-changing medical diagnosis

Being brave and strong isn’t the absence of fear, it is persistence in spite of it.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

My baby is starting kindergarten. Am I ready for this?

My number one priority these days will be to help my little one to feel strong in this new world.

Updated Sep. 28, 2023

3 quick, effective tips to help kids calm down

#3—Throw away the angry ball together! 

Updated Feb. 22, 2025

3 key ways you can raise a happy, confident child—with your praise

Learn to praise the process—less than the person. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

San Francisco makes history with fully paid leave for new parents

It’s time for the American government, to recognize paid parental leave as an investment in our future. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

#MotherlyStories: How do I know when I’m done having babies?

Adrienne of Stylish Bump talks about her dilemma—to go for another child, or is her family already complete?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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