It’s Science
From breastmilk to brain development, researchers are making huge strides in understanding the science of motherhood. Get the scoop at Motherly.
6 important reasons why moms need to (unapologetically) prioritize their sleep
3. Because skipping sleep doesn't make more time.
It’s science: How your child’s social skills set the stage for success
Achievement is driven by both cognitive ability and non-cognitive characteristics, like emotion regulation.
It’s science: Breast milk can provide surprising health benefits for life, mama
Scientists now believe that maternal exposure to pathogens prior to pregnancy can influence infant health and permanently alter offspring immunity by programming their immune system.
The (very good) reason why so many people insist on telling pregnant women how hard parenting is
Giving unsolicited advice is just one parent's attempt to help another parent avoid the challenges they went through.
Wow–first American baby born from a uterus transplant from a deceased donor
A team of amazing doctors made it happen.
That newborn baby scent is addictive—science explains why
In an evolutionary sense, that amazing baby smell helps keep babies alive, and in a physiological sense, it can even help mothers relax.
The scientific reason why pregnant women create a ‘safety bubble’ of personal space
Can everybody just give her some room, please?
Kate Mara is refreshingly honest about her emergency C-section
But she says that looking back, she wouldn't do a thing differently.
It’s science: An early bedtime for men leads to healthier sperm
It's nice to be reminded that men's lifestyles have a significant impact on fertility too
It’s science: Why pregnant women should sleep on their left side
Did you sleep on your left or right side, mama? 🤰🏽
The scientific reason why most women always feel cold
Who is always changing the thermostat in your house, mama?
Why the American Psychological Association says parents shouldn’t spank their kids
Corporal punishment doesn't work. Here's what does.
Born before 1989? You might need another measles vaccination
Back in the day, one shot was the standard protocol, but one shot of the MMR vaccine isn't as effective as two.
It’s science: Being barefoot boosts your kid’s development
I realized I was scared of all the wrong things when I insisted my kids leave their shoes on at the park.
What moms need to know about CBD
We break it all down for you, mama.
Beards and bacteria: How germy is Daddy’s face?
Is human facial hair really harboring more bacteria than pet fur or a toilet?
It’s science: Why ‘Baby Shark’ gets stuck in your head (forever)
Your brain is hardwired to do it.
It’s science: Picture books are best for little brains
It's called the Goldilocks effect.
This viral photo shows just how much bacteria is on children’s hands
But parents don't need to panic—because letting our kids get dirty is actually good for their health.
It’s science: These are the best kinds of books to read to infants
"When parents label people or characters with names, infants learn quite a bit," says Lisa Scott, co-author of the study.