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Santa by the numbers: 8 fun facts about his Christmas Eve journey

Here are some facts to stretch your littlest ones’ minds this holiday.

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Holidays

10 things to let go of these holidays

We can’t control everything, but we can control what we choose to hold on to, and what we choose to let go of.

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Health & Wellness

13 editor-loved wellness products to help take the sting out of winter

Whether your wellness comes from exercising or relaxing, we've got you covered.

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Hero truck driver in Ohio saves 4-year-old found wandering on busy road in the cold

At around 6 a.m., a local truck driver spotted something alarming on Bagley Road: a toddler, all alone, wearing nothing but a diaper and clutching a blanket and bottle.

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Safety

Recall alert: Over 85,000 Melii Baby silicone spoons pulled due to choking hazard

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Baby

H5 bird flu outbreak: What families need to know to stay safe

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Health & Wellness

Whooping cough outbreak: CDC reports 6x more cases than this time last year

Learn about the symptoms, how it spreads, and why vaccination is essential to protect young children and vulnerable adults.

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Health & Wellness

The silent strain: New study reveals moms handle 79% of family’s daily demands

The Journal of Marriage and Family reveals what many of us already feel in our bones: moms are carrying 79% of the daily mental labor that keeps families afloat.

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Pregnancy

A groundbreaking preeclampsia study could transform care for moms and babies

This new research introduces a treatment that could transform how preeclampsia is managed in the future.

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Birth

Black Moms are being told to ‘speak up’ during birth—but they deserve better, too

Black women in the U.S. are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women.

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Tokyo announces free daycare—but will it solve the birthrate crisis?

While free daycare is a critical piece of the puzzle, the data shows that free childcare services alone won’t necessarily inspire more women to have children.

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Baby Names

25 magical December baby names

Unique baby names for December birthdays that feel both celebratory and classic.

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Pregnancy

A groundbreaking preeclampsia study could transform care for moms and babies

This new research introduces a treatment that could transform how preeclampsia is managed in the future.

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Pregnancy

This is how pregnancy transforms the brain, according to a new study

The changes in the maternal brain during pregnancy are no accident—they’re deeply rooted in evolution, serving one critical purpose: the survival of your baby.

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News

“I was the fifth person to hold my baby”—this mom’s viral story is striking a nerve

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Santa by the numbers: 8 fun facts about his Christmas Eve journey

Here are some facts to stretch your littlest ones’ minds this holiday.

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News

Hero truck driver in Ohio saves 4-year-old found wandering on busy road in the cold

At around 6 a.m., a local truck driver spotted something alarming on Bagley Road: a toddler, all alone, wearing nothing but a diaper and clutching a blanket and bottle.

Health & Wellness

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.

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Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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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.”

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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.

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News

‘The world will never be the same’: Doctor delivers powerful affirmations to newborn

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This viral TikTok is changing how parents teach kids to accept apologies

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News

29 years later, toddler recreates mom’s childhood photo—and it’s a viral hit

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Safety

Recall alert: Over 85,000 Melii Baby silicone spoons pulled due to choking hazard

The recall involves Melii Baby Silicone Spoons sold in various packs and part of their 5-piece silicone feeding sets.

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Car Seat Safety

600,000+ Nuna RAVA car seats recalled over harness safety concerns

This design defect could affect the seat’s ability to keep your child securely restrained in certain conditions.

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News

Tokyo announces free daycare—but will it solve the birthrate crisis?

While free daycare is a critical piece of the puzzle, the data shows that free childcare services alone won’t necessarily inspire more women to have children.

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Infertility

To everyone facing infertility this Christmas: I know the ache of ‘not this year’

As another holiday season comes and goes, I know how easy it is to begin to wonder if you're ever going to be called mom.

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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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Children's Health

Is it norovirus or Shigella? How to tell the difference

Though symptoms can be similar among the stomach illnesses, there are a few ways to tell the virus and bacterial infection apart.

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Women's Health

Feeling dismissed by your doctor? Medical gaslighting can be common in women’s health

And it happened to me. Here are the red flags to look out for.

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Postpartum

The postpartum wellness class every mama deserves

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Home Shopping Guides

35 eco-friendly & sustainable swaps for products you use every day

Every little change makes a huge difference over time.

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Holidays

10 things to let go of these holidays

We can’t control everything, but we can control what we choose to hold on to, and what we choose to let go of.

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Life

My new year’s resolution? To unleash the power of being gentle in a hard world

It will look like: audacious self-acceptance, relentless self-care and radical love.

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Life

The best things we bought in 2024 that make life just a little easier and more joyful

Consider this your sign to finally try that sauna blanket…

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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

The most practical Target collab ever? Meet the limited-edition Bullseye Bogg Bag

And if you want one, don't wait–they'll likely sell out fast!

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