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Child Learn & Play

Body language expert shares 3 simple ways to raise socially skilled kids

Updated Oct. 06, 2025

Child Learn & Play

Postpartum

A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025

Postpartum, News

Grandparents & Extended Families

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships

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Work & Motherhood

Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

Updated Oct. 09, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast

Health & Wellness

Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Pregnancy

Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News

News

One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy

Viral & Trending

The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety

Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, Celebrity News, 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.

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Parenting

Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Work & Motherhood

This mom brought her baby to a meeting—and reminded us what true workplace support look

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Baby wouldn’t stop crying—and this mom found a way to stay present through the noise

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Safety

Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Safety, Parenting

Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety

Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending

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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.

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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Children's Health

FDA finally sets limit on arsenic in apple juice

But critics say the guidance doesn’t go far enough.

Updated Jun. 06, 2023

Children's Health, News

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Fitness

Yes, parenting is yoga

“We are practicing yoga every time we remember to take a deep breath during our child’s meltdown.”

Updated Jun. 06, 2023

Fitness, Motherly Stories

Dad on TikTok jokes about gentle parenting

Viral & Trending

This dad’s version of ‘gentle parenting’ is all about making his kids cringe—and it’s hilarious

"How do you feel about another child?"

Updated Jun. 06, 2023

Viral & Trending

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Viral & Trending

Disneyland debuts their new Ariel princess—and fans are EMOTIONAL

The live-action story princess is giving classic Disney magic.

Updated Jun. 06, 2023

Viral & Trending

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Parenting

5 tips for raising a puppy with kids, according to a professional dog trainer

Create a more enjoyable experience for your family and successfully navigate the puppy stage with these tried-and-true tips.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Parenting

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Parenting

The benefits of encouraging kids to embrace their differences

What if we taught our kids to look at their differences as a strength instead of a weakness?

Updated Jun. 12, 2023

Parenting

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Fitness

5 easy yet effective postpartum strength-training exercises

Rebuilding and returning to fitness is a journey. Here's where to start.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Fitness, Postpartum

Still from the Duggar documentary 'Shiny Happy People'

Viral & Trending

These are the most shocking moments from ‘Shiny Happy People’ everyone’s talking about

There were a lot of shocking revelations in the 4-part docuseries.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Viral & Trending, What To Watch

Viral & Trending

Hold onto your broomsticks, because ‘Hocus Pocus 3’ is officially happening

The Sanderson sisters will be returning to our screens and hearts before you know it.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Viral & Trending, What To Watch

Child Learn & Play

How to take a nature walk with kids–plus, a free printable activity

Nature walks can deepen your child's connection with the environment, improve concentration, spark creativity, and more. Learn how to make the experience a memorable one.

Updated Jun. 01, 2023

Child Learn & Play

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Child Learn & Play

Activities for a 4-year-old: Fostering your child’s development

From hopscotch to moon rocks, here are 10 fun ideas to keep your little one busy.

Updated Jun. 14, 2023

Child Learn & Play, Parenting

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Child Learn & Play

Activities for a 3-year-old: Fostering your child’s development

Alphabet soup, anyone?

Updated Jun. 08, 2023

Child Learn & Play, Parenting

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Home

TikTok mom shares ‘amazing’ hack for cleaning glass without leaving streaks

“Amazing cleaning hacks that actually work.”

Updated May. 31, 2023

Home, Life

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Toddler Learn & Play

Activities for a 2-year-old: Fostering your toddler’s development

Who's ready for a pom pom party or cute coffee date?

Updated Jun. 08, 2023

Toddler Learn & Play, Parenting

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Parenting

To the mamas who just want to raise ‘good’ kids

As a parent educator and parenting coach, here are a few things I’ve learned (and recommend to the parents I work with) to help set your children up for success.

Updated Jun. 05, 2023

Parenting