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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.

RX kids: A new mom holding her baby

Moms are getting $7,500 for having a baby in Michigan—here’s how it’s transforming lives

What if we just paid women when they have babies? A revolutionary new program is testing exactly that—and it’s already changing lives.

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Toddler meets baby brother for the first time—and instantly loses it

Sibling introductions can be a magical time for parents, but as one TikTok video hilariously proves, they can also be unpredictably funny and adorably chaotic.

8 year old being gift for mom after losing dad

After losing her dad, this 8-year-old’s holiday gesture will leave you in tears

While no child should have to carry the burden of such loss, their resilience and empathy often shine through in remarkable ways.

Dad experiencing mental load

Father of 3 realizes the true weight of his wife’s ‘mental load’ after 8 days alone with the kids

Thompson shared his realization in a heartfelt video after eight days of solo parenting. "I had no idea it felt like this," he admitted.

Stills from a TikTok video where a mom shares her elf on a shelf alternative

This mom’s low-maintenance Christmas hack Is the Elf on the Shelf alternative you’ve been looking for

Elf on the Shelf may be a modern Christmas classic, but let’s be real: not every parent has the time, energy, or creativity to stage elaborate scenes with a mischievous elf every night.

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Is Santa a mom? A hilarious viral video makes the case

In a Viral Tiktok Caitlin Wilder (@wilderbeginnings), argues that the jolly guy in the red suit might just be the unsung hero of every household: a sleep-deprived mom.

Reddit AITA: A picture of a dad comforting his teen

Dad’s viral Reddit post reveals why setting boundaries to protect kids—even from toxic family dynamics—is so hard

Parenting often means walking a tightrope between maintaining family harmony and protecting your child’s well-being.

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Baby twins spend their first day apart—and their nighttime reunion melts hearts

Viral TikTok captures the inseparable connection between twins who frequently share a closeness that’s both fascinating and heartwarming to witness.

Amber Heard

Amber Heard is expecting baby no. 2—redefining single motherhood on her own terms

This baby news comes as Amber continues to live life on her own terms after a tumultuous few years.

Two images of a mom being hugged by her kids after a medical emergency

A 14-year-old saves her mom during a medical emergency while driving home from school

It’s a story of resilience, family bonds, and a teen rising to the challenge in the most critical of moments.

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Dad breaks down in tears after hearing what teachers said about his 4-year-old daughter

Parenting is full of ups and downs, but every so often, a moment comes along that stops you in your tracks and reminds you why this job is the most important one in the world. 

Childbirth - Woman holding her baby who she gave birth to in the back of an ambulance

‘You kept me calm’: Michigan mom delivers baby in ambulance with help from heroic first responders

While Demsey had experienced childbirth twice before, this delivery was a first for everyone involved, including the Clinton Township paramedics who assisted her.

Wicked viral lyrics

Mom’s viral rewrite of ‘Popular’ from Wicked is the empowering anthem we all need

Nika Diwa, a mom and content creator, rewrote the lyrics to deliver a more positive, empowering message for her young daughter.

Average home

TikTok’s ‘normal home’ trend is going viral—and it proves your ‘average’ house is actually amazing

Murphy’s video gained fresh traction recently as more creators are leaning into the trend of showcasing middle-class homes. Murphy, a mom and self-described “keeper of chaos,” walked viewers through her perfectly imperfect middle-class home. 

a picture of Megan Fox

Megan Fox on baby #4—and what it’s really like to raise a big family

Adding a fourth (or fifth, or sixth) baby isn’t just “one more.” It changes your family dynamics, stretches your time, and shifts your perspective on motherhood in ways you might not expect.

A photo of Madonna with her family

Madonna reflects on grief during the holidays: ‘Medicine for the soul’

Surrounded by her six children and her father, the iconic singer reflected on the losses her family has faced this year and how they’re navigating it all together.

Screenshots of Spotify Wrapped

Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here—what yours says about you as a mom

Let’s decode what your Spotify Wrapped says about your life in 2024—and your evolving identity as a snack-fetching, Wiggles-singing, toddler-chasing superhero.

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