Motherly – A wellbeing brand empowering mothers to thrive

How to stay cool during pregnancy: Real mom tips + smart new products

Updated Jun. 12, 2025

Our Partners, Pregnancy

Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Updated Jul. 11, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health

Style

23 Motherly-approved deals from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

We browsed everything so you don't have to, and rounded up a selection of products we're more than willing to pay full price for.

Updated Jul. 14, 2025

Style, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Postpartum

New mom compares postpartum in a Mexican vs. American household—and the difference is everything

She opens up about the stark contrast between her American mother’s approach to postpartum and that of her Mexican mother-in-law, and how that difference reshaped her understanding of what new mothers truly need.

Updated Jul. 11, 2025

Postpartum, Birth

News

Midwives could cut maternal deaths nearly in half—this new data shows what’s standing in the way

Updated Jul. 08, 2025

News, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Parenting

How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025

Parenting, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Updated Jul. 11, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health

jwoww on son's sensory processing disorder

Health & Wellness

“I just remember crying”: JWoww shares the airport moment with her son that changed everything

"We were sitting in TSA, and he decided he didn’t like that. He ripped my glasses off, broke them, and head-butted me."

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Celebrity News, Mental Health, News

Health & Wellness

JWoww’s postpartum psychosis journey inspired a haunting film—because no one believed her

"Whether it's real or not, it's real to that person," she said.

Updated Jul. 02, 2025

Health & Wellness, Celebrity News, Mental Health, News

Health & Wellness

Dad’s mental health in the first two years has a lasting impact on kids, new study shows

“The association between paternal mental illness and poorer child development was robust.”

Updated Jun. 27, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

a baby sleeping in a basket - French baby names

Pregnancy

French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

Pregnancy, Fertility Prep More, Getting Pregnant, Journey

Pregnancy

New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

Pregnancy

News

Toddler picks up mom’s nickname for dad… and won’t stop using it

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Chalk, a squirt gun, and 18 minutes of peace: A mom’s low-key win goes viral

As hilarious and relatable as the tweet is, it touches on a deeper conversation resonating with exhausted moms everywhere.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Chris Pratt with daughter Lyla - Stepparent

Parenting

“It can feel thankless—but it’s a really important job”: Chris Pratt on the emotional weight of stepparenting

“Stepparenting is extra confusing because you aren’t a parent, you’re not a nanny, you’re not an assistant.”

Updated Jul. 16, 2025

Parenting, Celebrity News, News

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Viral & Trending

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

News

Menopause care is finally getting a national spotlight—and lawmakers are stepping up

Updated Jul. 16, 2025

News

News

Mom checks the baby monitor—and sees something she’ll never forget

Updated Jul. 16, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Parenting

“It can feel thankless—but it’s a really important job”: Chris Pratt on the emotional weight of stepparenting

“Stepparenting is extra confusing because you aren’t a parent, you’re not a nanny, you’re not an assistant.”

Updated Jul. 16, 2025

Parenting, Celebrity News, News

Child Learn & Play

A neighbor, a hose, and a group of kids—this summer scene is melting hearts across the internet

In a world of curated family vacations and $500 birthday parties, this video gave us something far more precious.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025

Child Learn & Play, Child, Parenting

Birth

A mom donated her uterus to help another woman carry a baby—now they’ve met the child they made possible

Sara had donated her uterus so that Emma, who was born without one, could experience pregnancy.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025

Birth, Birth Stories, Parenting

Parenting

Going on a cruise this summer? 7 safety tips every parent should know before setting sail

The best time to talk about cruise rules? Before the ocean is involved.

Updated Jul. 09, 2025

Parenting, Safety

pregnant woman with hand on her belly- motherly top pregnancy stories

Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

Make memories while building lasting knowledge with these fun and easy ideas.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

Watch Now

Our Latest Podcast Episodes

The Motherly Podcast

Connie Britton on Motherhood, On Screen and Off

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Family Physician Dr. Emily Briggs on How to Protect Your Kids from the Recent Measles Outbreak

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Dr. Kisha Davis on motherhood, medicine & the power of prevention

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Redefining Women's Health with Maven’s Kate Ryder

Listen Now

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

This Is Birth

We started our curated This is: Birth film series to give representation to the many varied ways that women give birth. Shot by talented independent videographers, these birth films can be a resource for the expecting mama or anyone who is curious to see what birth really looks like.

Mom Hacks

Motherly's Mom Hacks video series is hacking you way through motherhood. Work smarter, not harder, mama

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

Life

State signs historic bill to protect children from silent threat

This legislation is a major win for parents and kids alike.

Updated Dec. 28, 2023

Life, Children's Health

mother holding newborn baby in hospital bed and smiling possibly after using laughing gas for labor

Labor & Delivery

More women are using laughing gas for pain relief during labor—here’s why

According to ACOG, nitrous oxide "reduces anxiety and increases a feeling of well-being so that pain is easier to deal with."

Updated Aug. 30, 2022

Labor & Delivery, Women's Health

Adoption

Adoptive parents: How to level up in 2024

Search for birth parent voices to better understand and honor your child’s origins.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Adoption

woman giving birth to baby with labor and delivery nurse nicu mama babies

Motherly Stories

5 ways I became a better labor & delivery nurse by being a NICU mama

You may not be physically close to your baby but I will do everything in my power for you to feel close to them.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Motherly Stories

Mom talks about son's stuffed giraffe on tiktok

Viral & Trending

Boy reunites with beloved stuffie after accidentally leaving it in Paris—grab a tissue

The internet was used for good that day.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Viral & Trending

TikTok grandma explaining natural mouse repellent solution

Life

Grandma shares easy, nontoxic method to keep mice out of your home

Babs’ tip is particularly valuable for those living in cold climates who experience an onslaught of critters in their garages or cabinets during the winter.

Updated Dec. 28, 2023

Life, Home

Celebrity News

Kate Winslet says she was told to settle for the ‘fat girl roles’ early in her career

She was even called by the name "Blubber" at one point.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Celebrity News

Black Woman With CTG Belt Giving Birth Black Maternal Mortality

Women's Health

Black moms are dying in childbirth. Why aren’t we talking about the reasons behind this crisis?

This burden should not fall on expectant mothers.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Women's Health, Black Lives Matter

Celebrity News

Yes, Serena Williams’ 4-month-old baby has a workout routine

"We all work out in this family."

Updated Dec. 29, 2023

Celebrity News

Viral tweet about the 'family sick bowl'

Viral & Trending

The internet is divided over the concept of a ‘family sick bowl’

Does YOUR family have a designated bowl for such matters?

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

Grandma’s reaction to her granddaughter’s name is absolutely uncalled for

"I simply cannot imagine being a family member who’s being INFORMED of a newborn’s name, and thinking you should have input."

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Viral & Trending, Baby Names

Olympic athlete talks about cellulite on TikTok

Viral & Trending

Cellulite, shmellulite—an Olympic athlete has a message for all of us with a few bumps on our legs

Cellulite is normal and doesn’t reflect fitness levels. Full stop.

Updated Dec. 21, 2023

Viral & Trending

mother and baby play together on the bed - first year postpartum data

Fourth Trimester

What I learned analyzing data from my first year postpartum

Everyone’s postpartum experience is different, but one thing is clear: it’s hard work.

Updated Oct. 09, 2024

Fourth Trimester, Postpartum

katherine heigl and family- katherine heigl

Celebrity News

Katherine Heigl is teaching her daughters not to be people-pleasers, and it’s everything

The working mom is sharing priceless wisdom.

Updated Dec. 28, 2023

Celebrity News

woman and her dog- my dog saved me while i was postpartum

Motherly Stories

My dog saved me while I was postpartum—but I had to let him go

I carried him through his hardest final chapter, just like he carried me through my hardest chapters so many times before.

Updated Dec. 12, 2023

Motherly Stories

Our Partners

Boost your family’s health in 2024 with these essential wellness products

Whether you're growing your family or working on your personal glow-up.

Updated Jan. 11, 2024

Our Partners, Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Ariel Tyson gives birth on toilet on TikTok

Viral & Trending

Mom gives birth on the toilet in viral TikTok—and that’s not the only surprise

"Caught my 9lb baby over the toilet."

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

Woman goes viral for admitting she doesn’t close her blinds at night

"Why do you think people are looking through your blinds? When is the last time you looked in someone’s house? I’m telling you, people are not looking into your house."

Updated Dec. 21, 2023

Viral & Trending