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'I think of them every day': Parents who lost 2 triplets live with love, loss

Stacey and Ryan Skrysak's triplets were born at 22 weeks, almost impossibly small; only one child survived. They talk about what it's like living with that...

'This could be us': Why I'm so happy I got to know this teen refugee

In many ways, Sorayya Rezai is a typical teenager — but as a refugee from Afghanistan, she’s been through so much more than most girls her age. Now, with help...

Watch newborn twin brothers bond the moment they are put side by side

They came into the world crying but these brothers stopped the minute after a nurse placed them so that their heads were touching.

This grateful mom knows it takes a village (of milk donors)

After years of chemotherapy and a double mastectomy, this mom was shocked to become pregnant with her second child — and thrilled when friends and strangers...

I caught a glimpse at how quickly you're growing up

I remembered placing your tiny little body into a crib and hoping you would sleep for more than an hour. Now there are times I secretly wish you would wake...

Mindy Kaling's post about her late mother will make you cry... and call your mom

'I have a kid now who is the joy of my life, but each year that goes by, there’s even more I want to tell my mom about.'

'Part of the same village': Women donate breast milk to cancer survivor's baby

After years of chemotherapy and a double mastectomy, Jennifer Campisano was shocked to become pregnant with her second child — and thrilled when friends and...

I want a nap for Mother's Day

With Mother's Day upon us (and the accompanying sappy "I love being a mom #blessed" articles), I thought I should write a more real life post about what motherhood...

Tyra Banks on parenting, nose jobs, and the woman who inspired her success

The model and television personality recently co-authored a book with her mother, a woman she credits with making her the confident woman she is today.

To the woman struggling to face this Mother's Day: You are not forgotten

To the motherless, the childless, the foster mom, the spiritual mom and the mom whose baby is in heaven, this is for you.

Dog visits funeral home for 1 last goodbye to beloved owner

After her owner's sudden death, Sadie was showing many signs of grief — until she had the chance to say goodbye.

At age 88, the 'American Girl in Italy' wrote this message to my 8-year-old son

Before her recent death at age 90, Ninalee Craig — the woman in the famous 1951 "American Girl in Italy" photograph — penned an inspiring message to my little...

'Thankful' shelter dog saved from euthanasia snuggles rescuer during car ride home

Gregory, a 2-year-old beagle who had been scheduled to be put down, couldn't keep his paws off his savior on the way home.

Natalie Morales: ‘My life, redefined’

TODAY’s Natalie Morales’s life changed when she moved across country to become an anchor for “Access Hollywood.” She writes about how her childhood taught her...

Remember, you don't just love each other — you still like each other too

We celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary by going on this beautiful hike. My husband said, "You know, when we get time alone without the kids, I always am...

Ellen Pompeo reveals the important lesson she's teaching her daughters

Ellen Pompeo opened up about teaching her daughters to speak up and why she doesn't care what people think about her.

On nursing for the last time

All of a sudden I looked at the calendar and it had been a week — maybe eight days since I had nursed. I realized it was over. I'd never do it again. And I...

Carrie Underwood’s son was her biggest fan during national anthem performance

The country music star posted a sweet video of her son clapping during her performance of the national anthem before husband Mike Fisher's NHL playoff game....

Actor William H. Macy shares a special moment with daughter before her prom

The "Shameless" star had a heartfelt father-daughter moment.

When infertility doesn't end with a miracle pregnancy

I have learned from experience that there is more than one successful ending to an infertility story.

Nobody wanted this dog with an unusual face until she saw him (and fell in love)

Beau Tox, a sweet yellow Lab with a sunken cranium and close-set eyes, has a new lease on life thanks to a compassionate animal lover.

Thank you, infertility: I hated you, but now I'm grateful

"You see, there are many ways to build a family." April 22-28 is National Infertility Awareness Week.

DNA Day: He found his long-lost brother at school — then took the trip of a lifetime

Kieron Graham discovered his long-lost brother Vincent Ghant lived incredibly close by. (By TODAY with our sponsor Ancestry)

Carrie Underwood's parents celebrate 50 years of marriage — see the cute photos

The country singer once said her parents, along with her husband, are her own personal champions.

'Always have a backup plan': How a stay-at-home mom overcame poverty after divorce

"After 13 years of marriage, four kids, a house in the suburbs, my husband left. My world just changed literally overnight." Mom Jennifer Ball explains how...

Cat walked 12 miles to get back to his family, and they tried to euthanize him

Toby the cat walked 12 miles back to his original family after they gave him away, but they still didn't want him. Now he's found a new, loving home.

To the mom struggling to hold it together

I don't see you because you don't let it show. Like me, you wear a brave mask. You smile to hide your stress, even on the bad days. You get up every day, put...

103-year-old woman gets sweet birthday surprise: a cat in need of a home

Lillian Grant received a precious gift for her 103rd birthday after losing her beloved cat, Sammy, over a year ago.

Mom with rare genetic disorder adopts kids who have it, too

'We loved the idea of giving a home to a kid with PKU because we know how to take care of it.'

Pet chicken helps man heal after death of his dog — and the internet adores them

Dave Cox says he adopted the chicken after his beloved pet dog died. Now, his adventures with Sammi are gaining a big following on Instagram.

Why a bus driver is braiding this 11-year-old's hair every morning before school

This story will warm your heart.

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Grandma gets surprise Justin Timberlake tickets — and she couldn't be more excited

Sarah Watson posted a video of her grandmother opening her Easter basket to reveal tickets to see Justin Timberlake, and it completely made everyone's day....

I haven't always been like this

I am forgetful, distractible and emotionally volatile. I am a mother. I haven't always been. But I am so grateful to be now.

Baby poses in her late father's military uniform in touching photos

Touching photos show a baby girl posing with the military uniform of her father, who was killed in Afghanistan before she was born.

I know why my son has autism

Once in a lifetime, you get the chance to meet a person who is unlike any other person you have ever met. A person who is complicated, and honest, and tenacious,...

Michigan student coach who survived two plane crashes inspires Final Four team

Onetime high school standout Austin Hatch, who survived two plane crashes that killed his entire family, has helped lead the team from the sidelines.

When twins aren't what you were expecting

As we started to think about having a family, there were lots of things we planned for — but there was no way we could have prepared ourselves for this plot...

Carson Daly posts sweet birthday message to his late mother: 'She was special'

The TODAY anchor remembered his late mother, Pattie Daly Caruso, on what would have been her 74th birthday.

You are doing a good job, Mama

I microwaved a frozen pancake for my toddler son and began cutting it up into bite-size pieces. "Good job, Mommy!" he delightfully exclaimed. I let his words...

Teen loans her prom dress to a girl in need and starts an inspiring trend

Her act of kindness inspired thousands of others.

No one told me how hard it would be to say goodbye to a tiny pink sweater

Today, I packed it away for the last time. I folded it up and neatly tucked it inside a plastic tote alongside other clothes outgrown by all three of our daughters....

Courtesy of Perry Martin and Doreen Poreba

Missing cat reunites with owner after 14 years in ‘fairy tale’ ending

When Perry Martin received a phone call from his veterinarian telling him that his missing cat was alive, he was shocked. Thomas Jr. had been lost for 14 years....