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From breastmilk to brain development, researchers are making huge strides in understanding the science of motherhood. Get the scoop at Motherly.

It’s Science: Fall babies are better athletes

Mamas due in the fall: Hope you’re up for a future as a soccer mom. ⚽️

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Benefits of pets for kids actually start during pregnancy, study finds

Researchers found advantages for the babies of both dog and cat owners.

Updated Aug. 01, 2022
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Allowing kids to embrace big emotions is good parenting—and it’s science

New research shows how parents respond to children’s moods has big implications for those children’s later mental health.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

New studies: Drinking coffee helps you live longer and WHAT ☕️

Drinking a cup of coffee could be the key to living to see our great-grandchildren. ☕️

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

5 Reasons Saying No Will Make #momlife Better

What if saying "no" could actually make you a happier mama?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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8 ways to boost male fertility

Lifestyle changes that could help beef up those swimmers.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
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6 pregnancy-safe bug repellents

How to keep your skin (and baby) safe from bugs this summer.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

Wellness Spotlight: Amanda Freeman

SLT’s founder (and single mama) shares her top healthy advice.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
2 year old boy lying on a bed using a tablet, wondering how screen time affects babies

It’s Science: Here’s how screen time affects your baby

In this electronic age, how much is too much during those first few years?

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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