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1 month ago
Women

She Was Told Her Tiny Baby Wouldn't Survive. But This Mom Believed: 'That's Not Going to Be Our Story'

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

Women Are Sharing The Shocking Pregnancy Secrets That *No One* Talks About, And I Had No Idea

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Parenting

"I Was Told It Was Normal": 17 "Ugly," Dark Realities Of Pregnancy That Most People Don't Know

Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
5 hours ago

When Pregnancy Meets Body Commentary

Pregnant individuals should prioritize their personal experience and set boundaries against unsolicited comments and touch regarding their bodies.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
Women

She Was Told Her Tiny Baby Wouldn't Survive. But This Mom Believed: 'That's Not Going to Be Our Story'

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

Women Are Sharing The Shocking Pregnancy Secrets That *No One* Talks About, And I Had No Idea

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Parenting

"I Was Told It Was Normal": 17 "Ugly," Dark Realities Of Pregnancy That Most People Don't Know

Parenting
fromIndependent
18 hours ago

My parents help lots with childcare, but they let the kids play on screens too much. Can I raise this without sounding ungrateful?

Grandparents should align with parents on childcare rules, especially regarding screen time.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Family's struggle for answers as baby battles floppy infant syndrome'

A family is enduring significant hardship as they desperately seek a diagnosis for their 14-month-old daughter, who is battling a mysterious, undiagnosed illness. Elyza, the daughter of Yasmin Whittington, 30, from Brechin, Angus, is afflicted by an unknown condition manifesting as persistent sickness, poor feeding, diminished muscle tone, and chronic fatigue.
Medicine
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Fiancee Reconnected With Her Useless Mother. Now She Has Some New "Ideas" About What Our Life Should Look Like.

The couple faces significant disagreements about children, finances, and family relationships, raising concerns about their future together.
#parenting-advice
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 day ago

What To Say When Someone Comments On Your Parenting, According To Experts

Responding to unsolicited parenting advice requires understanding the intent behind the comment.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Parenting

People Love to Help Feed My Baby-Until They Find Out What's in the Bottle

Parents using expressed breast milk for bottle feeding should not feel obligated to disclose contents to helpers or provide formula as an alternative.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 day ago

What To Say When Someone Comments On Your Parenting, According To Experts

Responding to unsolicited parenting advice requires understanding the intent behind the comment.
Health
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

A healthy pregnancy doesn't depend solely on the woman: why the father's health is crucial for child development

Father's health and behaviors significantly impact pregnancy outcomes and child development, challenging the traditional focus solely on the mother.
#parenthood
fromNature
1 week ago
Women

Motherhood derails women's academic careers - these data reveal how and why

fromNature
1 week ago
Women

Motherhood derails women's academic careers - these data reveal how and why

#working-mothers
Women in technology
fromAxios
1 week ago

Working moms are building community beyond parenting

New groups are helping working mothers build community and confidence beyond their roles as parents.
Women in technology
fromAxios
1 week ago

Working moms are building community beyond parenting

New groups are helping working mothers build community and confidence beyond their roles as parents.
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 week ago

How Evidence Matters in a Birth Injury Case - Social Media Explorer

In birth injury cases, the collection of evidence is crucial for establishing liability and demonstrating the extent of harm suffered by the child and family. Without sufficient evidence, it becomes challenging to prove that the injury was preventable and that the healthcare providers failed in their duty of care.
Law
#postpartum-depression
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Can Breastfeeding Reduce the Risk for Postpartum Depression?

Postpartum depression and breastfeeding have a complex relationship, with unmet breastfeeding expectations increasing the risk of maternal depression.
Mental health
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

The Guilt No One Warns You About With Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression involves complex guilt layers beyond sadness, including conflicting emotions about motherhood that result from altered brain chemistry, not personal failure.
Careers
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

Would You Leave A Flexible Job With Free Childcare For More Money?

Supportive partners are essential for working moms, but differing career aspirations can create tension in relationships.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

I spent five months in a mother and baby mental health unit - here's what I want mums to know

Sofii Lewis described her experience, stating, "I knew I wasn't safe. But I didn't think I was out of control." This highlights the confusion many face with postpartum psychosis.
Mental health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

It was as if she left her body'

Dalila's illness had begun about a year earlier. She does not know why she began refusing food, only that she started to see herself differently and could no longer recognise her body as her own.
Health
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

How Parents Can Assess the Health and Safety of Child Care

Child care facility practices significantly impact children's health, emphasizing the importance of stable staff, ventilation, sanitation, and parental engagement.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My Needy Aunt Is Back in My Life. Now She's Got Her Eyes on My Daughter.

Navigating family relationships can be challenging, especially when expectations and memories differ between generations.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

My mother's best advice: go in to bat for the ones you love

A mother's greatest gift was allowing her child to make mistakes without judgment while quietly advocating behind the scenes, rather than offering direct advice.
#motherhood
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

17 Women Who Believed Motherhood Was Their Destiny Are Revealing The Truth About Having Kids

Feeling called to motherhood does not guarantee parenting will suit personal capacities; many mothers face unexpected difficulty, mental-health strain, and work–family tensions.
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago
Parenting

The Phenomenon Of *Finally* Feeling Like Yourself Again... 4 Years Postpartum

Many parents experience a subtle personal reawakening around a child's fourth year after roughly 3–3.5 years of intensive caregiving, restoring energy, interests, and daily ease.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The Ecology of Motherhood

Motherhood mirrors ecological resilience, requiring acceptance of transformation and recovery through challenges akin to natural processes like fire and regeneration.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Parenting

17 Women Who Believed Motherhood Was Their Destiny Are Revealing The Truth About Having Kids

Women in technology
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Motherhood unfiltered: 'There was fear the entire time. It's probably the reason I don't think I'll have another child'

Mother's Day presents emotional complexity for many women, particularly those experiencing infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, or unfulfilled motherhood desires.
Public health
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

Australia may ban infant formula advertising. Here's what the online ads actually say

Australia's federal government is consulting on legislation to restrict infant formula marketing to support breastfeeding rates, which have declined despite high initiation rates.
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

All My Mom Friends Hate My Husband

Friends' critical observations about your husband may reflect their own biases, but could also reveal genuine relationship patterns you've normalized over time.
#parenting
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My Mother-in-Law Thinks This Common Childhood Toy Will Cause My Son to Become Sterile

Stand up for your parenting choices and ignore unsolicited advice from family.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Parenting

My Wife Has a Disturbing Theory About Our 2-Year-Old

If a partner refuses professional help for parenting-related emotional problems, the other parent should plan for solo parenting and prioritize the child's needs and safety.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Parenting

I left a mom group over parenting decisions. I don't regret it.

A mother left a mom group after facing judgment for her parenting style and large family, then redefined community around acceptance and fit.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

We Have 3-Month-Old Twins. I Can't Believe What My Husband Just Volunteered Us for.

Hosting Easter with newborn twins is overwhelming; consider alternative plans for a peaceful holiday.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My Mother-in-Law Thinks This Common Childhood Toy Will Cause My Son to Become Sterile

Stand up for your parenting choices and ignore unsolicited advice from family.
#period-poverty
NYC parents
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Meeting needs of mothers helps care for children

Meeting mothers' basic needs for menstrual products and diapers is essential for supporting child development and family stability, while automated license plate readers create risks for innocent drivers.
NYC parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Meeting needs of mothers helps care for children

Basic sanitary products for mothers and diapers for children should be universally accessible as fundamental human rights, requiring policy changes to provide free menstrual products and permanent publicly funded diaper banks.
NYC parents
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Meeting needs of mothers helps care for children

Meeting mothers' basic needs for menstrual products and diapers is essential for supporting child development and family stability, while automated license plate readers create risks for innocent drivers.
NYC parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Meeting needs of mothers helps care for children

Basic sanitary products for mothers and diapers for children should be universally accessible as fundamental human rights, requiring policy changes to provide free menstrual products and permanent publicly funded diaper banks.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Sent 90 miles after giving birth while 'soaked in urine'

A new mother with postpartum psychosis was forced to travel 90 miles for emergency care due to insufficient specialist mother and baby units, highlighting critical gaps in mental health service accessibility across the UK.
Parenting
fromFlowingData
2 weeks ago

Infertility path from the perspective of mother and child

Infertility and IVF present complex challenges in the journey to parenthood, often contrasting the perception of a straightforward process.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

A Family Science Approach to Parenting

Modern parenting culture emphasizes achievement and comparison, creating emotional communication challenges that stem from broader social patterns of productivity and performance expectations.
Public health
fromLondon On The Inside
4 weeks ago

Why Is Maternity Care Failing Women?

UK maternity care faces critical safety failures, with Louise Thompson campaigning for improvements after nearly dying during childbirth and developing PTSD from complications.
Wellness
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

"It also took so much pressure off me": I spent three days at London's leading postpartum retreat - here's my honest review as a new mum

Postpartum retreats provide new mothers with specialized care including meditation, reflexology, lactation support, and community connection during the vulnerable fourth trimester period.
Mental health
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

Beyond the Clinic: Practical Support for New and Expecting Moms - Social Media Explorer

Prenatal care must address mental health and emotional resilience alongside medical monitoring, with peer support and practical community resources essential for maternal wellness.
Healthcare
fromABC7 New York
1 month ago

NICU baby treated by same neonatal doctor as her mom goes home after 9 months

A premature baby weighing just over a pound was discharged after 285 days in NICU care, treated by the same doctor who saved her mother's life 31 years earlier.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

I Had a Strange, Unsettling Experience Breastfeeding Each of My Four Children. I Finally Figured Out Why.

Breastfeeding triggered intense emotional distress including dread, sadness, and panic for the author across four children, despite lacking physical pain, leading her to switch to formula after brief periods.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

For The Overwhelmed Moms Trying To Do It All, You Can Blame "Institutional Lag"

Afternoon chaos for working mothers stems from institutional lag—outdated systems designed for single-income households with stay-at-home parents that fail to accommodate modern dual-income families.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

A Secret That Some Mothers Will Never Tell

Mothers commonly experience love without liking their children, a stigmatized feeling kept secret due to idealized motherhood expectations that deny natural ambivalence.
Public health
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Hospital Shares Photo of Record-Setting Big Baby

A 13-pound baby boy born at Cayuga Medical Center set a hospital record as the largest baby ever delivered there, while another 4-pound baby was born the same day, demonstrating the wide range of healthy birth sizes.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'Like a trap you can't escape': The women who regret being mothers

Some mothers experience deep regret about motherhood despite loving their children, citing exhaustion, lost identity, and sacrifice as primary causes rather than lack of love for their children.
Medicine
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Tube-Feeding Is A Journey, But One Mom Is Making The Most of It

Tube-feeding families manage unpredictable, ongoing medical challenges, intensive caregiving, and slow, incremental progress while addressing feeding complications and nutritional risks.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

The Best Available Parent

Parental legal authority should be justified by the child's best interests and held by those who would benefit the child most through caregiving.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

A second major medical org has walked back support for gender-affirming care for youth - LGBTQ Nation

The American Medical Association now recommends generally deferring surgical gender-affirming interventions for minors while continuing support for puberty blockers and hormone therapy.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Newborn baby dies after mum not woken for heart rate check

Hospital failure to perform required observations and delayed emergency Caesarean led to newborn Sonny Taylor suffering severe brain injury and dying three days later.
Public health
fromAxios
1 month ago

More pregnant Americans are skipping prenatal care, CDC finds

First-trimester prenatal care in the U.S. declined to 75.5% in 2024, with late or no care increasing to 7.3% nationally, affecting all age groups and most racial and ethnic populations.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

There's No Such Thing as a Child Expert

No true parenting or child experts exist because children are unique, fallible, and inconsistent individuals; expertise in parenting strategies does not equate to understanding your specific child better than you do.
fromDaily Mom magazine
2 months ago

Planning A Nursing Career That Still Fits Family Life

Balancing a nursing career with family life means thinking a few steps ahead, without blowing everything up in the process. Many experienced nurses reach a stage where growth needs to be practical, not disruptive. The appeal lies in finding ways to widen responsibility and keep doors open while staying employable across different settings, all while working around real-world schedules and family commitments. It is less about chasing status and more about building a future that still works on a Tuesday afternoon.
Women
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

"What A World To Bring A Child Into": 23 Women Who Realized They Never Want To Become Pregnant

Some people feel visceral disgust toward pregnancy and childbirth, finding the idea of something moving inside their body profoundly repulsive and nausea-inducing.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Why Returning to Work After a Baby Is Harder Than We Talk About

Returning to work after having a baby requires complete renegotiation of identity and role, with long-term impacts on maternal well-being despite being understudied in research.
Medicine
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Postpartum Mobility: How Long After C Section Can You Drive Without Risk?

Wait at least two to six weeks after a C-section before driving; ensure pain-free movement, ability to perform emergency reactions, and physician clearance.
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

This Mom Says That The Woman With The Happiest Relationships Are "Useless"

"The smartest women with the happiest relationships are the useless women," Dianna Lee begins in her video. "As you can probably tell, I'm a highly capable woman. I'm capable throughout all areas of my life, through my schooling days, to my career, and I attacked my marriage life in exactly the same way. I just executed. I was fast, efficient, and I knew exactly what needed to get done. And in retrospect, it was so wrong."
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Who Gets to Be a Mother?

We'd been working together for years to make my medication regimen-treatment for schizoaffective disorder-safe for potential pregnancy. Under her care, I was tapering off an antidepressant known to cause respiratory distress and hypertension in a newborn. I'd been experiencing wild mood swings, even suicidal thoughts. My beloved doctor's eyes were sad. "I'm saying no to a pregnancy, Meg." Even in the moment, I understood her priority as a physician was to keep me safe. Still, part of me hated her.
Mental health
Medicine
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

After a High-Risk Pregnancy, Mom Names Her Child After the Nurse 'God Placed' in Her Life

A perinatal nurse navigator provides continuous compassionate advocacy and emotional support to high-risk pregnant patients, guiding them through medical and personal crises.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The 'fantastic' baby bundles not every mum will get

Targeted baby bundles with essential supplies will be delivered to expectant families in deprived Welsh areas, but many struggling families outside eligibility risk missing out.
#perinatal-mental-health
Medicine
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

This Mom Is Warning Parents With Kids Who Suck Their Thumbs About "Tongue Cribs"

Prolonged thumb-sucking can cause anterior open bite and alter facial profile, often requiring orthodontic intervention; tongue cribs discourage the habit.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Helping All Moms Survive Labor and Delivery

Black women experience three to four times higher pregnancy-related death or complications risk, driven by racial trauma, discrimination, and distrust in health systems.
fromDaily Mom magazine
1 month ago

5 Pros & Cons To Birth At Home: Home Birth Vs Hospital Birth

When I first found out I was pregnant, I did what most moms do-I started researching. I wanted to make the best possible choices for my baby and myself, and giving birth in a hospital just didn't feel like the safest option. So many women do it, but the more I learned, the more I realized that the reality of hospital birth in the U.S. is even less reassuring than I had thought. I wanted to birth at home.
Public health
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I Had a Baby Much Earlier Than My Friends Did. Now It's Their Turn, But I Remember How They Treated Me.

It sounds like those friendships have ended. You've demoted the people with whom you went to high school (or they demoted themselves) to longtime acquaintances. I'm not making judgments here: It's clear they let you down, and you'd hoped for more from them-I'm not suggesting you not be hurt, or resentful that they're turning their attention to you now, when they need you.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I stayed home while my family traveled because I needed a break. I loved my alone time.

I wouldn't have to answer to anyone or for anything. Not requests for snacks or one more backrub. I wouldn't have to sit rigid, wondering if one of my three kids was creeping out of a bed that wasn't theirs. Or defend my parenting style while my oldest yelled about how life wasn't fair and we must all really hate him,
Mental health
Public health
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Newborn dies after mother drinks raw milk during pregnancy

Raw (unpasteurized) milk can carry Listeria, posing severe risks during pregnancy including miscarriage, stillbirth, preterm birth, or fatal newborn infection.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Seven out of 10 UK mothers feel overloaded, research reveals

Most UK mothers feel overloaded, with nearly half experiencing mental health issues and many facing career disadvantages and heavy caregiving responsibilities.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

She Hired a Babysitter and Came Home to a Mess. Should Sitters Tidy Up?

It's late. I want to go to bed, but instead I'm picking up popsicle sticks and wrappers. I was always taught to leave the place better than I found it. I'm not expecting anyone to fold laundry or scrub floors. But I do expect the mess made during the evening to be taken care of, especially when my kids have been asleep for over two hours.
Parenting
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Why does my baby cry for no reason? A new mom's guide to what's really going on - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Being a new mom can be overwhelming, especially when you can't figure out why your baby is crying. There might have already been a time you ask yourself, "Why does my baby cry for no reason?" You must have missed your baby's subtle signs. If you use a video baby monitor , you can spot their cues quickly and take action immediately before crying starts.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

27 Essentials You'll Need When It's Finally Time To Start Giving Your Baby Real People Food

This stainless-steel bowl is a game changer! It's incredibly durable, so I know it will last for a long time. The silicone suction base is a fantastic feature it keeps the bowl securely in place on the table, preventing any accidental spills. It's definitely a must-have for anyone with little ones. Highly recommend!
Parenting
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I Keep Hearing About One Specific Horrible Part of Being a Parent. There's No Way This Is Real.

Prolonged severe sleep disruption during parenting causes deep exhaustion, fear, and debate over whether night waking is temporary or an enduring aspect of childrearing.
#breastfeeding
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago
Parenting

High School Teacher Details How She Pumps Breastmilk During Class - And How Her Principal Responded

fromTODAY.com
2 months ago
Parenting

High School Teacher Details How She Pumps Breastmilk During Class - And How Her Principal Responded

Parenting
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Our daughter only wants her mum - how can I step in to help soothe her and share the load?

Young children often prefer one parent; gently stepping back and rebalancing caregiving duties prevents caregiver burnout and supports children's developing emotional regulation.
fromDaily Mom magazine
2 months ago

Colic & Reflux: How To Choose A Baby Bottle That Helps

For many American parents, colic and reflux are among the most stressful challenges during the first months of life. Endless crying, discomfort after feedings, arching of the back, spit-up, gas... when a baby is hurting, the entire family feels it. While many factors can contribute to colic and reflux, the choice of baby bottle and nipple plays a much bigger role than most parents realize. Choosing the right baby bottle can greatly influence your baby's feeding experience.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

18 Parenting Norms From Other Countries That Most Americans Don't Pactice

Parenting practices vary widely worldwide—mealtime norms, stranger interactions with infants, and school food and manners differ significantly across cultures.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

If You're Having A Baby Soon, Here Are The 25 Newborn Products That I Couldn't Live Without

Versatile stylish diaper tote with stroller straps, insulated pockets, removable organizer, convertible trolley sleeve, many pockets; five colors and mini size, $220.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

These Are The 25 Newborn Essentials That Are *Actually* Essential

Practical shopping recommendations for newborn essentials—strollers, bouncers, bottles, and a reliable highchair—rooted in experience raising two young children.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My 3-Month-Old Baby is in Daycare-and It's All My Husband's Fault

A mother returns after 12 weeks of maternity leave and is anguished as her husband refuses eight weeks of available paid paternity leave.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Everyone Is Pressuring Me to Make the "Obvious" Choice When It Comes to Childcare. I Don't Want to.

I am a new mom to a very sweet 3-month-old boy. I am lucky to work somewhere with a very generous (for the U.S.) parental leave policy, and am preparing to go back to work when my baby will be 4 months old. I'm looking into childcare options, and feel torn. In our area, daycare is very expensive (everything is expensive), and hiring a nanny will be more affordable. This is very surprising to me, but that's how the numbers seem to be working out.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

I Could Never Gatekeep These 28 Parenting Products From You

These are awesome! I spent hours with a drill and screwdriver installing push-down locks on cupboards five years ago. I now have another crawling baby and those ones are all broken. I was dreading installing new ones and saw these. They literally go on in seconds, the bracket means it lines up perfectly, and the adhesive is strong! My older kids think the magnet key is super fun.
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