Birth is just the beginning

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Saoirse Ronan and Jack Lowden have welcomed their first child, sharing a rare public moment with fans during a sweet London outing.

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

For many parents, the financial and logistical realities of birth are prompting a bigger question: What does “baby-friendly” actually look like when you’re the one giving birth?

This is a story where time folds in on itself: a child conceived in one century, born in another, sharing DNA with a sister who now tucks her own children into bed.

Even babies can spot a “face” in the shadows—sometimes their imagination sees more than meets the eye

“While you’re sitting in your mesh undies in a hospital bed or…

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

“While you’re sitting in your mesh undies in a hospital bed or…

At first, it looked like punishment: two kids forced to run a mile together. But by the end, the tension was gone, replaced with laughter.

Small, symbolic acts like revisiting old toys or making a playlist of family songs can help a teen feel seen and celebrated without requiring a big budget.

A one-year-old’s spontaneous aisle hug spreads joy, sparks smiles, and reminds us how to teach kids kindness with consent.

Everything Bagel seasoning isn't just a millennial food trend—it might actually be the perfect gateway seasoning for kids of all ages.