Motherly – A wellbeing brand empowering mothers to thrive

Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

kids eating cereal for breakfast - healthy cereals for kids

Nutrition

10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Nutrition, Back To School

Child Shopping Guide

American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

Child Shopping Guide

News

Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

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

Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

Our Partners

Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Getting Pregnant

China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility

Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Infertility

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

This sister duo created the most viral baby product on Instagram—and changed the game of snot-sucking

Updated Aug. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Pregnancy

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025

Pregnancy

Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025

Pregnancy, News

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. 25, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Parenting

When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Most parents are now going into debt to raise their kids—and it’s reshaping family life

Parenting, in 2025, is starting to feel like a luxury purchase.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

This 9-year-old’s first words to his foster baby brother will stay with you

“It was a Sunday and he wanted to stay in his Sunday best, suit and tie, to meet his newborn foster baby brother,” Garcia said.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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

The joy in a baby’s smile: What a viral reunion teaches us about infant bonding

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Big brother gathers his friends to walk sister to kindergarten—moms can’t stop crying

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

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

Birth Stories

They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Birth Stories, Baby, Birth, Parenting

Parenting

Why sixth grade is the year your tween’s confidence needs the most protection

The “sixth grade social shake-up” is real—here’s how parents can help their kids navigate it.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, Child, Teen, Teen Issues

Parenting

When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

In the reel, Mom is working, cooking, or maybe just sitting down for 90 seconds of peace, and the kids are calling her nonstop.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Big brother gathers his friends to walk sister to kindergarten—moms can’t stop crying

There’s something about the mix of big-hearted protectiveness, sibling teamwork, and tiny hands holding tight that makes this clip impossible to scroll past without smiling or tearing up a little.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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

Allyson Felix on Motherhood, Medal Wins, and Fighting for Moms in Sports

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Nadia van de Walle Wants Financial Confidence for Every Mom

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Chrissy Teigen on the Mess, Magic, and Meltdowns of Motherhood

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Connie Britton on Motherhood, On Screen and Off

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

woman pouring cough syrup for her sick son - sick days

Work & Motherhood

Sick of sick days? So is my boss

There is no real rest for working parents, particularly mothers.

Updated Jan. 05, 2024

Work & Motherhood, Motherly Stories

man pouring glass of beer men should avoid alcohol when ttc

Health & Wellness

Men trying to conceive should avoid alcohol for at least 3 months, research shows

One study finds it takes longer than previously thought for the effects of alcohol to clear.

Updated Jan. 06, 2024

Health & Wellness, It's Science

women are calling out medical gaslighting TikTok

Women's Health

Viral TikTok shows stark differences between how men and women are treated in healthcare

Medical gaslighting in women's health shouldn't be a constant problem, but sadly it is.

Updated Jan. 05, 2024

Women's Health, Viral & Trending

baby sleeping in mothers arms at home - walking then sitting is one way how to get a baby to sleep

It's Science

It’s science: This 5-minute routine can help your baby fall asleep faster

New research shows a specific (but simple!) routine could help parents get a crying baby to sleep.

Updated Jul. 26, 2024

It's Science, Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

woman outside closing eyes peaceful - mindfulness practices

Life

3 mindfulness practices to manage stress

Many mindfulness practices can be incredibly effective in small, intentional doses.

Updated Jan. 09, 2024

Life, The Holidays

Parenting

9 parenting Substacks worth your precious inbox space

Apologies to your ‘inbox zero’ goals.

Updated Jan. 04, 2024

Parenting, Work & Motherhood

Parenting

To the mom who loves motherhood—but misses her freedom, too

Motherhood is a catch-22

Updated Sep. 03, 2024

Parenting, Motherly Stories

thoughtful woman working at home women's time

Self Care

The resource we aren’t talking about: Women’s time

While we all only have 24 hours in a day, women spend 40% more time caregiving than men.

Updated Jan. 04, 2024

Self Care, Motherly Stories

covid or cold child blowing nose on couch

Children's Health

Is it the flu, RSV, a cold, allergies or Covid?

It's like the least-fun guessing game ever.

Updated Sep. 18, 2024

Children's Health, Covid

not sharing last names with kid - kayla sully on instagram

Viral & Trending

Mom shares excellent advice on what to do if your kid doesn’t share your last name in viral video

She also encouraged others to share their stories and suggestions.

Updated Jan. 05, 2024

Viral & Trending, Parenting

Viral & Trending

Dad gets major flack over Reddit post about demands for nanny on family vacation

"A few hours off a day is not more childcare. That's abuse."

Updated Jan. 05, 2024

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

This mom’s ‘potty training hack’ is getting seriously mixed reviews on TikTok

Some people just weren’t on board with it.

Updated Jan. 05, 2024

Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

Daughters share how their divorced parents got back together in real-life ‘Parent Trap’

"Everything from the past fell away and I realized that family was all that mattered."

Updated Jan. 04, 2024

Viral & Trending

mom securing baby in car seat- winter car safety

Car Seat Safety

Car seats and bulky coats: What you need to know about winter car safety

Bulky layers can cause seatbelt straps to loosen.

Updated Jan. 05, 2024

Car Seat Safety

woman explainer on tiktok modern fatherhood

Viral & Trending

Mom of four explains why some men aren’t prepared for modern fatherhood in viral video

“Men love the idea of a house and a wife and kids, but they were not prepared for the amount of work that it takes to actually have all those things.”

Updated Jan. 04, 2024

Viral & Trending