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The rise of walking pneumonia in kids—what parents need to know

As a parent, even a minor cough or sniffle can set off worry, especially when you hear the word "pneumonia." But understanding the symptoms, causes, and prevention can go a long way in easing concerns.

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Reddit sparks debate: Should this 11-year-old be allowed to exclude a classmate from her Halloween party?

In a recent AITA Reddit post, a parent shared that their 11-year-old daughter was hosting a Halloween party, inviting “most of the girls in her class”—but one girl didn’t make the cut.

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Mom’s honest video on respecting the choice not to have kids goes viral (and we’re here for it)

For a lot of people, deciding to be child-free isn’t about rejecting the idea of kids—it’s about being honest about what brings them joy and balance.

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Life

Can men really see the mess? Inside moms’ invisible labor at home

What science reveals about the phenomenon of “dirt blindness."

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News

Mom pleads with Grandma not to kiss newborn on the head in viral TikTok

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Health & Wellness

The rise of walking pneumonia in kids—what parents need to know

As a parent, even a minor cough or sniffle can set off worry, especially when you hear the word "pneumonia." But understanding the symptoms, causes, and prevention can go a long way in easing concerns.

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News

The emotional cost of being first: Study finds higher rates of anxiety in firstborn & only children

New research reveals how birth order may affect your child’s mental health—here’s what to know.

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Health & Wellness

Whooping cough outbreak: CDC reports 5x 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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Mental Health

Kids can have seasonal affective disorder, too

It just may look a little different.

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Women's Health

This little-known side effect impacts nearly 30% of women after breast cancer

Lymphedema causes painful swelling and is a chronic condition.

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Pregnancy

Top baby names 2024: Who’s in, who’s out, and what’s trending

Let’s dive into the top baby names of 2024 and explore some interesting shifts and trends.

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Viral & Trending

My sister ‘stole’ my dream baby name—how do I make peace with it?

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Viral & Trending

Son asks if he’s wrong for not changing his name despite parents’ wishes

"I told them I'm not changing my name because of their name regret."

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Pregnancy

If you didn’t experience “pregnancy glow”, you are not alone

Some of us do, but many others keep waiting in vain.

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News

Are you raising a “living room family” or “bedroom kids?” Inside the viral TikTok trend

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Baby Health

Recall alert 🚨 Dynacare Baby powder recalled due to asbestos concerns

Dynarex Corporation has expanded its recall of Dynacare Baby Powder (14 oz. and 4 oz. varieties) due to potential asbestos contamination, which was discovered through an FDA sampling program.

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News

Mom pleads with Grandma not to kiss newborn on the head in viral TikTok

A new mom’s heartfelt conversation with her baby’s grandmother, asking her not to kiss the newborn, has gone TikTok viral—and it’s easy to see why.

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.

Celebrity News

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.”

Viral & Trending

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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Career & Money

1.2 million parents forced to miss work every month because affordable childcare isn’t available

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News

Reddit sparks debate: Should this 11-year-old be allowed to exclude a classmate from her Halloween party?

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News

Mom’s honest video on respecting the choice not to have kids goes viral (and we’re here for it)

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Sleep Safety

2 million Fisher-Price swings recalled: What parents need to know

All models of the Fisher-Price Snuga Swings have been recalled after five infants died between 2012 and 2022.

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News

Regulators say infant neck floats are unsafe after 2 deaths and dozens of ‘close calls’

Aside from the two deaths, dozens of close calls have been reported.

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Motherly Stories

Is it really true that we’re ‘only as happy as our least happy child?’

Does our joy have a threshold that is set by our children’s situation?

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Motherly Stories

It’s OK if you don’t go to every sports game

We are parents, not superheroes. We cannot be in multiple places at the same time. We cannot do all things or be all things.

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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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Life

Can men really see the mess? Inside moms’ invisible labor at home

What science reveals about the phenomenon of “dirt blindness."

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Life

Washington Post politics reporter Yasmeen Abutaleb on being seven months pregnant on the campaign trail

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Style

Zooey Deschanel’s tips on how to get holiday party-ready (without putting your finger through your tights while your kids are yelling for dinner)

Seriously, we're buying these babies in bulk.

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Motherly Stories

What is the ‘gratitude trap’? How gratitude can keep us stuck

Diminishing your true feelings serves no one—and especially not yourself.

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State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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