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Postpartum night sweats: Also known as your own private summer

Pregnancy

‘Geriatric pregnancy’ isn’t an offensive term

It's time to examine our overall attitude toward aging.

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Your postpartum recovery kit: Feel your best after a C-section

Cesarean section mamas are absolute warriors.

Postpartum

Mom rage is real—and it’s a sign that mothers’ needs aren’t being met

The truth is, anger—real, fist-clenching, heart-racing, uncontrollable anger—is so much more common among mothers than many of us think.

News

Former Chiefs cheerleader’s death after stillbirth raises questions about maternal care

"Expecting somebody who's had a loss to go four weeks in between seeing their care providers… That's the same protocol that's done for a 23-year-old that's very healthy. It can't be a one-size-fits-all."

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Postpartum

Pregnancy apps can help in the maternal mortality crisis. But surveys show they’re failing women

Pregnancy apps should be a lifeline—but they lack much-needed postpartum support.

Celebrity News

David Beckham fangirls over Spice Girls reunion at his wife’s 50th bday and it’s EVERYTHING

Stop right now, thank you very much.

Parenting

Parenting coach shares insightful tips on how to develop self-esteem in children under 5

By the age of 5, a child’s self-concept is already developed.

Viral & Trending

Viral video urges millennial adults to bring back summer bucket lists—and we’re here for it

He has a point about the backflips, though.

News

Trader Joe’s recalls Infinite Herbs organic basil for 29 states and Washington, D.C.

There have been 12 cases of salmonella poisoning so far.

Baby Names

25 ‘Bluey’-inspired baby names parents will love for real life

Say 'G'day' to any of these names!

What To Watch

Anne Hathaway is living her Harry Styles dating fantasy in the trailer for ‘The Idea Of You’

Teenage dreams become a reality for viewers of this R-rated romantic drama.

Women's Health

These are the 6 books I’d gift to new moms

To empower them to tackle the anxiety and stress that comes with motherhood.

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Entertainment

This trailer for ‘Irish Wish’ starring Lindsay Lohan gives off major ’90s rom-com vibes

'Irish Wish' also stars Ed Speleers, Ayesha Curry and Jane Seymour.

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Mother's Day

Why I love moonflowers: A Mother’s Day story

Mother's Day

What do moms want for Mother’s Day? To be left completely alone

It's time to talk about why we just want to be left alone.

Holidays

Go green or go home: 35 festive looks for your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations

It's your lucky day!

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Valentines Day

This Valentine’s Day I’m teaching my daughters about all types of love

My goal is to make them confident that they can celebrate Valentine’s Day whether they have a romantic partner or not.

Valentines Day

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to restart your self-care routine

It’s about self-care and self-compassion, mama.

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Life

3 mindfulness practices to manage stress

Many mindfulness practices can be incredibly effective in small, intentional doses.

Postpartum Products

14 nursing Shirts that feel anything but frumpy

Postpartum Products

All our favorite postpartum pajamas that are soft, cooling and downright luxurious

From nighties to nursing dresses.

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18 stylish swimsuits that make nursing a breeze

From comfortable one-pieces to bold bikinis, we've got the goods, mama!

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Postpartum Products

14 nursing tank tops you’ll wear every single day

They're perfect for layering, great for sleeping and the right styles can even work solo.

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

5 incredible versatile shirtdresses that are 30% off at Target right now

Prices start at $14!

Pregnancy Products

We tried the SKIMS maternity line—here’s what we thought

Thank you, Kim K, for thinking of all of us pregnant and postpartum people.

Family Finances & Budgeting

Money management tips for the sandwich generation

This is a crucial part of financial planning: Talk to your parents about their final affairs before they pass away.

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Motherly Stories

7 essential money lessons to teach your kids

Alexa Von Tobel shares the money mantras she uses with her own children.

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Work & Motherhood

The 5 stages of THE CALL: Realizing you have to balance work & a sick kid

As the saying goes, if you can’t laugh about it you’ll cry, right?

Birth

Costs of Giving Birth in April 2024

As of 2022, the average out-of-pocket cost to give birth with health insurance is $2,854.

Food

Sarah Jessica Parker keeps dessert around to help daughters have a ‘healthier relationship’ with food

"In our house, we have cookies, we have cake, we have everything."

Getting Pregnant

10 foods to increase sperm count, according to a dietitian

If you're looking to boost sperm count and fertility while trying to conceive, make sure your partner knows about these foods.

Home & Food Shopping Guides

Want to try mushroom coffee? Here’s what you need to know

As if you needed another reason to drink your morning go-go juice.

Pregnancy

Eggs during pregnancy

6 reasons you should eat them when expecting.

Home

7 simple ways to make sustainable, eco-conscious changes at home

Caring for our kids’ futures means caring for the environment they will inherit.

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Home Shopping Guides

I’ve labeled everything in my kitchen with this handy label maker

It has 17,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, and it’s SO satisfying.

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Home

Mom shares messy house realities with 3 kids and there’s so much solidarity in the comments

We feel so seen.

Home Shopping Guides

Breathe spring freshness into your home with these budget-friendly Kohl’s finds

We're ready for flowers, warmth and fresh towels, thank you very much.

Marriage & Partnerships

This brilliant piece of parenting advice helped me avoid marital spats in early motherhood

Relationships

Mom of three reveals the one question she needed her husband to ask everyday after work

“We still do this years later, because it helps SO MUCH,” she shares.

Getting Pregnant

What partners can do: 5 strategies to support your partner when trying to get pregnant

Remember & repeat: she is feeling things that I won’t feel.

Miscarriage & Loss

What to say when your friend has a miscarriage

"Remember you are not alone. Be gentle with yourself."

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Marriage & Partnerships

I waited 2 years, 4 months and 12 days for my libido to return after having twins

Not that I was counting.

Labor & Delivery

I captured the emotions of men while watching women give birth—and it was powerful

For every soul we create, there is a soul that we felt a connection with first.

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Children's Health

The White House underscores the seriousness of the formula shortage: “A critically important issue”

In a live interview, Motherly spoke with a White House spokesperson about the specific steps the Biden administration is taking to resolve the formula shortage.

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What To Watch

15 TV shows about kindness for kids

Entertainment with a side of educational learning.

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Viral & Trending

The ‘Coastal Grandmother’ trend is the new aspirational vibe—here’s how to get it

Here's everything you need to know about the Nancy Meyers-inspired social media aesthetic trend.

Career & Money

The U.S. childcare crisis led me to change my career and lean into the village around me

I didn’t want to feel depleted day after day. I didn’t like offering that version of myself to my son or to my husband—and I didn’t like that version of myself for me either.

Life

Dear Google Calendar: This is NOT a healthy relationship

Not to sound melodramatic, but you’re my agenda angel. My daybook dream.

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Parenting

Hindsight: What I wish I would have known as a first-time parent

Let your intuition be your guide because there is no one-size-fits-all solution.

Postpartum Products

14 nursing Shirts that feel anything but frumpy

From casual T-shirts to work-ready blouses, athletic-inspired to boho-chic there's an endless supply of nursing tops to suit any style or occasion.

Postpartum Products

All our favorite postpartum pajamas that are soft, cooling and downright luxurious

From nighties to nursing dresses.

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