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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.

Postpartum - Best friends hugging

Best friend flies across the country to surprise new mom—her reaction says it all

“She is my best friend from growing up. We’ve been friends for 15+ years. This is her first baby and they are doing well!”

Viral TikTok - Big sister comforting little sister gently

Big sister sees little sister struggling—her pep talk is melting hearts

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

Baby drinking milk

Parents swear by this surprising sleep trick for babies—but does it actually work?

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

Viral TikTok nephew wears full suit to meet baby cousin

‘First impressions matter’—why this boy wore a full suit to the hospital to meet his baby cousin

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

Mom talking about grief

This viral grief trend is breaking moms’ hearts—‘Bury me in comfy clothes’

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

Viral TikTok a lady talking about giving birth

Labor & delivery nurse finally gives birth—what shocked her the most

"Before my experience, I had completely underestimated how much energy it actually takes to push."

Toddler folding laundry

This toddler laundry hack is dividing parents—genius or too much too soon?

The video has racked up over 66.7 million views, with many calling it “genius.”

Lauren Luyendyk and Arie Luyendyk Jr. expecting baby no. 4

Lauren & Arie Luyendyk expecting fourth baby after vasectomy reversal: ‘Our last missing piece’

"Our last missing piece," Lauren and Arie captioned their Instagram post, "coming this September."

A drawing

Grieving son cleans out late dad’s desk—what he finds after 25 years will move you

The image of the childhood drawing—a simple sketch of a green figure, likely inspired by an arcade game—hit home for thousands.

Instagram - Mom hears baby practicing sneezing at 3 am

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.”

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."

Lady Gaga holding a Grammy Award

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..."

Rihanna gave birth in pearls and sunglasses

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.

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.

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”

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."

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