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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
Mom talking about Postpartum USA vs Mexico

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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a baby sleeping in a basket - French baby names

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
a pregnant woman in a car

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. 15, 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
pregnant mom sleeping

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
Chris Pratt with daughter Lyla - Stepparent

“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
A grandpa playing with kids

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
Uterine transplant

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
cruise ship safety

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
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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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.

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I just left teaching: Here are 5 things that will stick with me forever

After a decade of teaching, I’ve realized: once a teacher, always a teacher.

Updated Apr. 24, 2023
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Mom’s viral video is a scary reminder of how inappropriate YouTube Kids can be

One mom recently went viral for showing how easily a scary or potentially unsafe video can worm its way into the YouTube Kids algorithm—and potentially past your own security settings.

Updated Apr. 28, 2023
woman's hand picking up a box of tampons from a store shelf

New data reveals the troubling reason tampons have gotten so much more expensive

“The price of a regular box of Tampax has gone up from $9 to $11.”

Updated Apr. 20, 2023
mother smiles after c-section - hypnobirthing for c-section

How I used hypnobirthing for my planned C-section

People having C-sections are deserving of a positive birth experience, too.

Updated Apr. 21, 2023
mother smiling with son celebrating his birthday party without goodie bags

A case for retiring the birthday party goodie bag

I love to throw birthday parties but continue to wonder, are goodie bags really worth it for moms already stretched so thin?

Updated Apr. 27, 2023
mother comforting daughter at home on bed - how to talk to teens about suicide

Talking to teens about suicide and self-harm can save lives

But there are insidious myths that often prevent parents from having these conversations.

Updated Aug. 07, 2024
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My 5-year-old asked to go plant-based: This is what we learned

If your child would like to make a similar choice, here are tips and takeaways from our experience as we supported our daughter in her meat-free journey.

Updated Apr. 21, 2023
mom kissing daughter spreading awareness on how to help families with autism

My son has autism: Here are 5 things you can do to help families like ours thrive

I believe that people are inherently good, and any missteps when dealing with autism come from people with good intentions just not sure what to do or say.

Updated Mar. 25, 2024
mom teaching her child sustainable habits by using Stasher bags

I made these simple sustainable tweaks to my family’s lifestyle—and we’re happier for it

Here’s how simple changes in your daily routine can create a big impact for your children and the world they live in.

Updated Apr. 26, 2023
mom hugging her two kids - peaceful parenting helps parents and kids

3 ways ‘peaceful parenting’ helps us heal alongside our kids

In committing to growth alongside our children, we get to re-parent ourselves.

Updated Apr. 21, 2023
Ralph Yarl's mom comments on her son's shooting

Ralph Yarl’s mom says her son is ‘replaying the situation over and over’ after being shot

She also said her son is able to communicate "when he feels like it."

Updated Apr. 19, 2023
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