researchers are exploring ways to predict risk earlier. A newly launched at-home blood test, Encompass™.
Meet Maycember: the term exhausted moms are circulating online to name the very real chaos that descends as the school year ends.
The fitness brand that made ankle weights cool again just reinvented pregnancy gear.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall on tomatoes due to potential Salmonella contamination
American mothers are in crisis, but they’re not asking for applause. They’re asking for support.
"There I was, bawling, and he was laughing, and it actually was pretty funny."
What makes this moment even more heartwarming isn't just the pint-sized performer's gusto—it's the thunderous support from her schoolmates, parents, and teachers.
As these nurses continue caring for expectant mothers, they’re also preparing to become new moms themselves.
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Introducing her toddler to 90s cartoons led to not only better behavior but also improved sleep.
Slower-paced narratives allow children to process information at a natural rhythm.
Here’s a seasonal guide to the best kids' movies coming out in 2025.
The volume and spectacle of Independence Day fireworks can be a frightening experience for your little one.
These 4th of July dessert recipes are so easy, kids of any age can pitch in!
"The National Fire Protection Association says that sparklers account for more than one-quarter of emergency room firework-related visits."
Bring on the fireworks and good food!
The babies at Illinois' Advocate Children's Hospital look great in red, white, and blue.
Simple ways to take something off her plate—today and every day.
The elastic waistband—once fashion's dirty little secret—is now the feature we're actually looking for.
Ruby Jean Photography's "Goddess Project" is taking social media by storm with stunning images of women over 70 transformed into mythical goddesses.
As the cost of child care now averages over $11,000 per year per child—double that in some cities—most American households can’t survive on a single income.
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.’
A groundbreaking study discovered that girls exposed to a woman running a viable campaign for a visible political office were significantly more likely to vote as adults
Imagine trying to buy a car seat and realizing it costs more—not because it got fancier, but because it got taxed.
Over 25,000 units of Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale & Thyme Vegetable Purée—sold exclusively at Target—have been recalled due to concerns about elevated lead levels.
Warning: these might be too cute to eat.
Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it would cancel nearly $1 billion in funding for two federal programs.
Roughly half of the 41 baby formulas tested contained potentially harmful levels of contaminants.
In the TikTok, Flom's wife gives a casual tour of their decidedly not casual home, starting with a foam pit in their master bedroom
Get ready to transform your family's laundry process.
He even makes his own lined paper—a detail TikTok can’t get over.
It's more than just a sweet gesture—it's a reminder of the kind of neighbors we all hope to have. Or better yet, the kind of neighbors we all can be.
A pediatrician—and grandma—holds up a tiny device that costs just around $20—and parents everywhere are calling it a game-changer
Newborn boundaries can be tough to enforce—especially when you're a first-time mom and your extended family can’t wait to meet the baby.
The video opens with a gut-punch: “I had an amazing husband… but I was incredibly frustrated and burnt out from our marriage and from motherhood.”
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Read NowThe moment was short and simple. But when Ruthie posted the clip to TikTok with the caption “You’d think it’s been years! They’re so cute. 🥹🫶🏼”, it struck a collective nerve.
Simple ways to take something off her plate—today and every day.
Across Reddit, users shared moving stories from their childhoods that reveal one powerful truth: it’s not about being a perfect parent. It’s about showing up.
The elastic waistband—once fashion's dirty little secret—is now the feature we're actually looking for.
For moms especially, it’s not just an aesthetic vibe. It’s science-backed. It’s seasonal. And it might be the exact reset our nervous systems have been begging for.
Even our most trusted friendships can hold comparison, performance, and grief—for the choices we made, and the ones we didn’t.
Ruby Jean Photography's "Goddess Project" is taking social media by storm with stunning images of women over 70 transformed into mythical goddesses.
Let me be clear: this isn't just another diaper bag—it's essentially a portable command center for parents.
The truth is, "helicoptering" comes easy to me, even when I know it's good for my children to work hard, face obstacles, and experience the pride of genuine achievement.
Let's be real—pregnancy is expensive enough without dropping hundreds on clothes you'll wear for a few months.
Hugging a stuffed animal or weighted plush can reduce cortisol levels and lower anxiety.
Johansson, 40, didn’t hold back when recounting her early postpartum days.
Becoming a mother stripped me bare. My body took a beating from growing a human. It took another beating bringing that beautiful human into the world.
You should be proud. Proud of the way you mother.
"It's time to turn your home into a cozy haven and create spaces in your home that you look forward to re-charging in."