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Bala’s first-ever maternity collection proves prenatal fitness can be chic *and* functional

The fitness brand that made ankle weights cool again just reinvented pregnancy gear.

Top 100 baby boy names of 2024

From bold and classic to fresh and globally inspired, these are the names that captured hearts and topped birth announcements last year.

Top 100 baby girl names of 2024

hether you're expecting your own little bundle of joy, helping a friend brainstorm, or simply curious about current naming trends, this list has something charming for everyone.

A mother-in-law just showed the world what true support looks like

A simple act of kindness, a cheeseburger delivered with love, has sparked a global conversation about an often-maligned figure: the mother-in-law.

You won’t believe what this 14-year-old dog did when she heard a crying baby

There’s something deeply touching about watching a senior dog, once a mother herself, try to step in again. No hesitation. No training. Just care.

New infant lounger safety rules are here—what every parent needs to know

No parent wants to believe a baby product on the market could pose a real danger—but that’s exactly what investigations into infant loungers have revealed.

One dad’s powerful response to his son’s anger is teaching a lesson every parent should hear

When it comes to raising emotionally aware children, especially boys, the gentle presence of a father can be a powerful force.

The surprisingly emotional story behind these grandma-inspired Adidas sneakers

Tomato recall expands across 14 states—check your fridge for these products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall on tomatoes due to potential Salmonella contamination

Ms. Rachel helps kids learn to speak—but it’s what she says to moms that stays with you

Ms. Rachel knows the emotional weight we carry as parents, and she carries it too.

Mom stunned after 8-year-old uses her phone to order $4,200 worth of lollipops

Liam wanted to throw a backyard carnival for his friends and hand out lollipops as prizes.

Protected: Parents are calling this app “the only screen time I don’t feel bad about”

Connie Britton opens up about single motherhood, guilt, and the power of community

The actress and advocate joins Motherly co-founder Liz Tenety to reflect on identity shifts, solo parenting, and what it means to ‘get your pink back.’

The way this 9-year-old carries his baby brother? We weren’t ready

He scoops up the baby with that perfect combo of strength, care, and pure big brother energy.

Rihanna showed up late to the Met Gala—and dropped the biggest surprise of the night

Rihanna, in a sculpted black corseted Marc Jacobs gown, revealed she’s expecting her third child with A$AP Rocky.

This teacher’s PB&J lesson started with jelly on her arm—what came next was unforgettable

In a TikTok video that's rapidly winning the hearts of parents and educators alike, she transforms a potentially dry writing lesson about descriptive language into an unforgettable, laugh-out-loud experience involving bread bags, globs of peanut butter, and jelly-covered arms.

Former middle school teacher shares the things she couldn’t say—but wishes parents knew

Former teacher Maggie Perkins has struck a nerve with parents everywhere in her viral TikTok where she shares the hygiene issues educators notice but can't always address directly with families. H

15 things on sale we’d absolutely buy ourselves for Mother’s Day

Because we believe two things: You should never hesitate to treat yourself and you should never pay full price.

Mom surprises her grandparents with twin pregnancy—50 years after they had twins of their own

A recent pregnancy announcement wasn't just personal news – it was a beautiful echo of her grandparents' past.

Mom lets her toddler play quietly—what she finds in his room leaves her speechless

Bolts. Crib slats. Absolute disassembly. It’s giving Tool Time meets IKEA After Dark. The only thing missing is a tiny hard hat.