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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.

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Study confirms what moms with severe pregnancy sickness have long known: The toll is more than physical

The data makes one thing clear: moms deserve real care and emotional support, not dismissal.

mother introducing new food to toddler

The parenting hack that finally gets picky toddlers to try new foods—without a fight

This simple parenting hack shows how toddlers can be encouraged to try new foods without mealtime stress

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3 baby loungers sold on Amazon recalled over deadly suffocation risks—what parents need to know now

Three baby loungers on Amazon recalled for serious safety risks—parents should act immediately.

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Mom gets a texting lesson from her Gen Z son—and wins the internet’s vote

Gen Z creator Jason Saperstone humorously teaches his parents the “right” way to text—focusing on when to use the emphasis or exclamation point tapback

Dad hears “I think it’s my period”—what he does next builds trust at home

One tiny moment, one calm dad, and a powerful lesson in how to turn a child's anxiety into a chance to build trust

Tap a $8 “sticker,” and chores check themselves off—moms are loving this NFC trick

One tiny sticker, a little tap of your phone, and a whole lot of mental load off your plate

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Sprout baby food pouch recalled for possible lead: How to check your lot and what to do

Parents are urged to check their Sprout baby food pouches after a lead-related recall.

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Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

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Justin Bieber just shared his family’s values—and it has parents reflecting on their own

Justin Bieber’s family values list is inspiring parents to reflect on the principles they want to pass on and live by with their children

girl scared of going to the bathroom because of a "dog" looking

Kid says the bathroom window is ‘watching’—dad’s reveal has parents cracking up

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

Sibling fights

Mom sends her boys running to stop their fights—what happens next is parenting gold

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.

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The 18th birthday morning becomes a childhood time capsule—made by a big sister

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.

Toddler making friends with strangers in the market

Shoppers stop as a toddler runs in for a hug—and an aisle turns into a smile line

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

Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

newborn preterm birth

What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

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

Saoirse Ronan takes first stroll as a mom—and fans are celebrating

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

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