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Keep up with the latest news on what matters most to your family, from public health to parenting and maybe some celebrity gossip, too.

mom shower hack

New mom’s viral shower hack is giving parents a game-changing idea

Struggling to shower as a new mom? Kailey Davis’ viral hack shows how a simple trick turned a chaotic moment into a win for both mom and baby

Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton

Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

What causes morning sickness? Studies suggest it’s evolutionary

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Bluey

A mom pulled the plug on Bluey for 3 weeks—what she saw in her kids surprised her

It was about noticing that her twin boys were starting to push boundaries, mimic “naughty” behavior, and spiral into tantrums after episodes ended.

1980s parenting

Parents are ditching screens and reviving these 80s habits—and the results are surprising

Families are weaving those timeless practices into modern life—with a litt le more intention, safety, and heart.

Viral video of daughter caught sneaking cat into ballet class

Twin sneaks family cat into ballet class—and her explanation is priceless

“He’s my best friend!” Cora announced, proudly holding the cat as if she’d solved the world’s biggest mystery.

Mr Rogers on parenting

Mister Rogers reveals the one mistake parents can’t afford to forget

Parenting comes with a constant stream of advice, comparisons, and the quiet…

Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

Tween's drama

Parents call it ‘tween drama’—but experts say it could be something else entirely

Drama is often something deeper: an overwhelmed nervous system that needs support, not punishment.

Rihanna’s family just got bigger—and it’s the news she’s always wanted

Rihanna’s dream of having a daughter has come true — the singer and A$AP Rocky just introduced baby Rocki

Viral 9 year old perfectly writing brand logos

This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Luyendyk newborn baby

After setbacks and a vasectomy reversal, Arie and Lauren Luyendyk welcome their fourth baby

Arie Luyendyk Jr. and Lauren Luyendyk celebrate the arrival of their fourth child, Livvy Rowe, completing their family after a long and emotional journey

Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Mom shares postpartum experience with MIL

Mom draws a line with her MIL after birth—and her skit has new parents cheering

Abbie Hightower’s viral reel shows why new parents often set postpartum boundaries, choosing their own mother over a visiting MIL during the early, vulnerable days

what baby kicks tell you

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

dad shares about reality of texting with teens

‘Please don’t come to graduation’: The teen texts leaving parents in stitches

A viral TikTok of baffling teen texts has parents laughing, cringing, and recognizing the deeper push for independence

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