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Massachussets free prenatal vitamins

Massachusetts just made birth control and prenatal vitamins free

That’s right—no copays, no surprise bills, just direct access to essential reproductive healthcare.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
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Panda parenting: The lazy-sounding approach that actually works

Give kids freedom, let them problem-solve, and only step in when truly needed.

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Sleep sacks really are the best replacement for loose blankets.

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Lady Gaga says she’s ‘excited’ to be a mom—but admits it’s complicated

“I’m also kind of at war with myself sometimes as I get ready to, hopefully, become a mom soon…"

Updated Mar. 10, 2025

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Snoop Dogg’s daughter gives birth at 25 weeks—her story highlights a serious pregnancy complication

"The princess arrived at 6 months. I’ve cried and cried, I’ve compared and compared, blaming myself because I wasn’t able to give her all that she needed."

Updated Mar. 05, 2025
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Tennessee bill could set precedent in protecting pregnant workers’ health coverage

If passed, Tennessee would be the first state in the country to implement this type of protection.

Updated Mar. 03, 2025
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The best “non-maternity” clothes to help extend your pregnancy wardrobe

Let's be real—pregnancy is expensive enough without dropping hundreds on clothes you'll wear for a few months.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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Celebrity baby name trends: Thematic names that tell a story

Gisele Bündchen and Brittany Mahomes have recently highlighted how thematic naming patterns can be both personal and beautiful, setting trends for parents everywhere.

Updated Feb. 07, 2025
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Panda parenting: The lazy-sounding approach that actually works

Give kids freedom, let them problem-solve, and only step in when truly needed.

Updated Mar. 11, 2025
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Chrissy Teigen’s sweet affirmation ritual with baby Esti is a parenting lesson in love

"You are smart. You are kind. You are strong. You are beautiful. You are capable."

Updated Mar. 11, 2025
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Teenage angst: From ancient Mesopotamia to my living room

Recently, historian Dr. Esmé James shared what's essentially a 4,000-year-old text message from a teenager to his mother.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
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Can a spoonful of butter really help your baby sleep? Experts weigh in on the viral trend

The so-called butter sleep hack reportedly began with U.S. parents before making its way to the UK and New Zealand.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
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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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“Why are there two of you?!” Baby’s hilarious reaction to mom’s identical twin

For a moment, she leans toward her aunt, drawn in by curiosity.

Updated Mar. 11, 2025
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Mom checks baby monitor at 3 a.m.—and is stunned by what she hears

“It went on for about 10 minutes and she was satisfied enough with her progress to go back to sleep.”

Updated Mar. 11, 2025
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Moms are sharing their deepest grief in this viral trend—and it’s gut-wrenching

Approximately 10% to 20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage, and about 1 in 175 births in the U.S. result in stillbirth.

Updated Mar. 11, 2025
Panda Parenting - Mom, Dad, and kids laughing in bed

Panda parenting: The lazy-sounding approach that actually works

Give kids freedom, let them problem-solve, and only step in when truly needed.

Updated Mar. 11, 2025
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Big sister guides little sister through big emotions with a pep talk—pure love in action

She reassures Clementine that she doesn’t have to change her mind, but she does need to communicate kindly.

Updated Mar. 11, 2025
Chrissy Teigen shares positive affirmations with daughter Esti

Chrissy Teigen’s sweet affirmation ritual with baby Esti is a parenting lesson in love

"You are smart. You are kind. You are strong. You are beautiful. You are capable."

Updated Mar. 11, 2025
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Lady Gaga says she’s ‘excited’ to be a mom—but admits it’s complicated

“I’m also kind of at war with myself sometimes as I get ready to, hopefully, become a mom soon…"

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
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Rihanna gave birth in pearls and sunglasses—why every mom deserves to feel powerful in labor

Research shows that women giving birth in environments that help her feel calm and supported is directly tied to positive birth outcomes.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
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Nephew shows up in a full suit to meet baby cousin—and his reason is priceless

“POV: Your nephew shows up to the hospital to meet your daughter in a suit.”

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
More sex can improve women's health

Why more sex might just save your life, according to science

The study found that women who had sex less often showed higher levels of inflammation, which is linked to chronic illnesses like heart disease.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
Massachussets free prenatal vitamins

Massachusetts just made birth control and prenatal vitamins free

That’s right—no copays, no surprise bills, just direct access to essential reproductive healthcare.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
Instagram dad talking about sleeping separately from his wife

Dad of 2 young kids admits he and his wife sleep separately—the trend is growing 

“It’s not a relationship problem—it’s a survival strategy”

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
Alabama Grandview medical center welcomes 13 pound baby

Alabama mom welcomes 13-pound baby—and even doctors were shocked

"And once they actually just said she's just big, I just broke out into tears! It's an amazing experience."

Updated Mar. 10, 2025
Viral TikTok

Teenage angst: From ancient Mesopotamia to my living room

Recently, historian Dr. Esmé James shared what's essentially a 4,000-year-old text message from a teenager to his mother.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
Baby drinking milk

Can a spoonful of butter really help your baby sleep? Experts weigh in on the viral trend

The so-called butter sleep hack reportedly began with U.S. parents before making its way to the UK and New Zealand.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
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Popular stroller fan recalled due to safety concerns

To date, there have been seven reports of children accessing the fan blades, resulting in six laceration injuries.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
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Should toddlers use ipads at restaurants?—The parenting dilemma divides moms and dads 

Some argue that parents have always figured out how to entertain kids without screens, while others point out the struggles of modern life.

Updated Mar. 07, 2025
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New mom pumps at work—is shocked to see what’s inside her pumping room

🫠 “Me just realizing the room I was told to pump in has a camera.”

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This mom’s massive ‘family bed’ is the internet’s latest obsession

The family bed debate is just one piece of a much larger conversation about how families sleep best—and, more importantly, what research actually says about co-sleeping.

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Think raising a baby is expensive? This new number will shock you

And for 15% of moms, baby-related expenses eat up over half of what they bring in.

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