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Microplastics in a plate

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
Nordstrom Sale

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
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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

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

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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
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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
Ultrasound

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
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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
a baby looking at a drawer for nicotine pouches

This common household item poisoned thousands of toddlers—and the risk is still rising

Most cases involved toddlers under 2 years old, and more than 98% occurred in the home.

Updated Jul. 21, 2025
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Popular nursery chair recalled for overheating hazard—here’s what parents need to know

So far, 37 incidents have been reported, including one minor injury. No fires or property damage have been reported.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025
Brent-Rooker

MLB player feeds his baby during the Home Run Derby—then shuts down the critic who questioned it

Rooker’s small act of caregiving briefly stole the show—and sparked a larger conversation about parenting.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025
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PBS Kids might disappear—and with it, one of the last screen-time tools parents trust

Losing PBS Kids means losing a trusted educational foundation for millions of families.

Updated Jul. 21, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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

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

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Adriana Lima swiftly shut down rude comments about her postpartum appearance

“Thanks for your concern,” the supermodel said in response to the digs about her appearance.

Updated Nov. 16, 2023
Grandma hosts teen breakfast club

These teen boys support a grandma who lost her grandson in the sweetest way

Grandma Peggy has 20 to 30 teens show up for breakfast every week.

Updated Nov. 16, 2023
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Melatonin use soaring in kids and teens, researchers find

Nearly 1 in 5 kids now take melatonin for sleep, while experts call for more research on safety.

Updated Nov. 15, 2023
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My neurodivergent child has turned me into a neurodivergent parent 

There’s nothing more intimate and personal than the relationship you have with your child.

Updated Nov. 27, 2023
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‘The Hills’ star Whitney Port opens up about her surrogate’s two miscarriages

Whitney and her husband have been open about their struggles to conceive, including multiple miscarriages.

Updated Nov. 15, 2023
Girl playing with water beads

Lawmakers are calling for a nationwide ban on water beads

These dangerous beads can kill children. So why are they still around?

Updated Nov. 15, 2023
Kim Kardashian and kids all pose together

Kim Kardashian reveals she sees a child psychologist for advice on raising her kids

Kim Kardashian opened up about being a single mom and feeling "challenged" by parenting her four kids.

Updated Nov. 15, 2023
Triplet mom talks about NICU bills on TikTok

Mom of triplets reveals her $2 million NICU bill in viral TikTok

"That doesn't include any of my prenatal care, any of my high-risk specialty visits, nothing. That is strictly for our hospital stays."

Updated Nov. 15, 2023
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Anne Hathaway says she was told her career would ‘fall off a cliff’ after 35—um, WHAT?

"When I started out as a child, I was warned that my career would fall off a cliff at the age of 35, which is something I know a lot of women face."

Updated Nov. 15, 2023
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Dads should relax about their daughters’ clothing choices, an expert says

In an excerpt from her new book, author Kimberly Wolf shares that girls’ clothing choices are often more innocent than parents assume.

Updated Nov. 15, 2023
Family thanksgiving prep

Here’s how to prep your kids for those awkward family holiday dinner conversations

Family drama, politics, and conversations that come out at the dinner table that are probably better dealt with at any other time of the year.

Updated Nov. 14, 2023
Mom decorating for Christmas

TikTok Mom shares she’s breaking up with ‘aesthetic Christmas’ in favor of color

No more sad beige—colorful Christmas is back and it’s magical.

Updated Nov. 14, 2023
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Jill Biden will lead first-ever Initiative on Women’s Health Research

"Research on women’s health has been underfunded for decades,” Dr. Biden said. “Many conditions that mostly or only affect women, or affect women differently, have received little to no attention."

Updated Nov. 14, 2023
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More U.S. mothers are seeking midwife care over traditional OBGYNs for their babies’ births

We have to be able to trust our providers if we are going to be able to give birth the way we want to.

Updated Nov. 14, 2023
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