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mom kissing her baby showing that a mother's love is the most powerful thing

A mother’s love is the most powerful force on earth

I truly believe we mamas have the potential to change the world.

Updated Apr. 04, 2023
mom hugging baby - you don't have to be a perfect mother

Your child doesn’t need a perfect mother—just a peaceful one

A “peaceful mama” isn’t a mama that is void of negative feelings.

Updated Mar. 27, 2023
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The 12-Hour Mom Workout

(Who Needs a Gym When You Have Young Kids?)

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Sex secrets from hot mama behind the Museum of Sex

Including one sexy thing you can do for your partner today and Sarah’s best tips for tired, busy parents. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

An ode to my 20s on the eve of my 30th birthday—thank you

Here’s to tea parties instead of keg parties, and the (sleep) hangovers caused by up-all-night teething children.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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How to world travel with baby

5 things you need to know before you hit the international road.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022

5 ways to rock spring cleaning—with your partner’s help

Who knew tidying up could be so romantic?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
kid with grandma

Why I’m learning to let grandma ‘spoil’ my kids—a little bit

The rules can seem to go out the window when grandparents are around. I’m learning to keep calm and call grandma. 

Updated Jan. 21, 2022

Summer’s chicest products for your outdoor soirée

From kitschy hotdog melamine plates to a sexy fire pit, Motherly has you covered for all your summer shindigs.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Why I’ll never forget our labor & delivery nurse

When I look back on my daughter’s birth, you are there as the background player who actually made it all possible.

Updated Apr. 25, 2024

5Qs with Lauren

Bump Envy

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

My secret? Sometimes I miss my best friend—my husband

My husband—my best friend, my roommate—is sometimes the person I miss the most. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Want to thrive at work? Take more ‘me time’

Working motherhood expert Allyson Downey talks overcoming guilt and what it really takes to thrive.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022

Planning a pregnancy? Here’s what you need to know about Zika virus

As of now, the United States is NOT considered an area with ongoing Zika Virus transmission.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Bookmark this: The Squeaky Clean Cheat Sheet

Keep your home non-toxic and your baby’s skin safe with this easy and important info.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Pregnancy Skin Solutions

Follain's Tara Foley shares 4 reasons you should revamp your pregnancy skincare routine.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

This mom and startup CEO is creating the Uber for baby goods

Sarah is working hard to balance family and her growing business allowing families to borrow high quality baby gear.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

How to tell your boss you’re pregnant

Here’s the Plan’s author helps you take control of the office discussion.

Updated Nov. 23, 2021
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