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Ilana Glazer’s new grassroots initiative wants every mom at the polls
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Tick season 2026 is the worst in years—here’s how to actually protect your kids, according to an expert
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The 5-minute reset a PT recommends for every new mom’s wrecked back–and how to protect yourself long term
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Science says morning sickness could mean you’re having a girl
The old wives' tale turns out to have some real data behind it.
732K people watched this weird pregnancy cravings Thread go viral. Here’s the science behind why it hit so hard.
The line between "my body is speaking" and "I might need a blood test" is thinner than you think.
Cameron Rogers wants you to know you’re not the only one googling “WTF is happening to my body” at 2 A.M.
We sat down with Cameron to talk about what it feels like to share your body's most radical transformation while you're still in it.
12 common questions about pregnancy yoga, answered by experts
Prenatal yoga can be a steady anchor through every trimester. Here are clear, confidence-boosting answers to the questions parents ask most, so you can practice safely and feel good in your changing body.
Parents spend 3 days building a rainbow ice igloo, transforming yard into a winter wonderland
This is a masterclass in snow-day parenting.
6-Year-Old Stuns Mom with Heartfelt Valentine’s Day Gesture
Modeling small acts of kindness for kids can make all the difference.
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Rebel Wilson announces she and Ramona Agruma are expecting baby No. 2
8 working moms share how they find work-life balance
Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave
Raising kids in the age of AI doesn’t have to feel like doom. Here’s why.
Civil rights attorney, Google alum, and mom of four Michele Jawando makes the case that parents are the most powerful force in shaping what AI becomes for the next generation.
1 in 5 moms are going hungry so their kids don’t have to
According to a nationwide poll, moms across the country are struggling to feed their families, and making sacrifices no mother should ever have to make.
The case for “good enough” parenting: Why doing less might be the smartest move you make
A growing number of families are loosening their grip in the name of sanity.
More than half of girls are scared of adulthood. As a mom, I get it — and I refuse to let that be the end of the story.
New data from Girl Scouts of the USA confirms what many of us feel in our bones: growing up feels terrifying right now. Here’s what we can actually do about it.
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Mom isn’t OK with neighbor kids playing in her yard without permission, sparks internet debate
“Who's side are you on? Am I crazy, or is my husband just too nice?”
Breastfeeding at work is hard. Here’s how employers can make it easier
Too many companies make it difficult or downright impossible for working moms to continue breastfeeding.
American moms are finally returning to the workforce after years of constant roadblocks
The rise of telecommuting has afforded everyone, especially moms, the flexibility to perform their jobs on more favorable terms.
25 great Halloween costume ideas for siblings
These costumes go together like Mario and Luigi, Wednesday and Pugsley, or a rock, paper and scissors.
A psychologist’s tips for the mama sending her child to school for the first time
As you prepare your child for a transitional milestone, you should also prepare yourself.
I’m learning a second language to connect with my child—here’s why
This is what we do to love our children: We choose to enter their world and remind them of how much they enrich ours.
Jessica Simpson says she’s ‘in denial’ about one of her kids walking in on her and her husband
"It's good to keep the romance there, even with three kids on top of our head."
Making—and keeping—mom friends is easier than you think, say Cat & Nat
You might just need to tweak your definition of friendship.
You simply *have* to watch this grandma’s reaction to her child’s triplet pregnancy reveal
"Grandma is grandma-ing so hard, bless her heart."
How to make hiking with kids actually fun—for everyone involved
You can help kids love hiking with the AllTrails family-friendly trails list, created exclusively for Motherly.
Does period underwear actually work? Study finds most period products have less capacity than advertised
Inaccurate absorbency claims may mask more serious health issues, researchers say.
5 simple ways to head back to school sustainably
Have a more sustainable back-to-school season with these tips and tricks that reduce waste, save money, and protect the planet.
Yes, you can teach your kid to like audiobooks
Screen-free entertainment that can help build their reading comprehension? Yes, please.
7 best mother-son trips for an unforgettable time
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New survey shows 91% of women on LinkedIn report receiving unwanted sexual advances
About 91% of female LinkedIn users have received romantic advances or inappropriate messages at least once.
Zuranolone is a huge triumph for PPD—but it could negatively impact women’s health research
The first-ever FDA-approved pill for postpartum depression is a landmark achievement, but it could come at a high cost for women in more ways than one.
Charlotte’s powerful monologue about invisible labor in ‘And Just Like That’ is absolute perfection
Charlotte York Goldenblatt has something to say!
The best Montessori toys for 4-year-olds, according to an expert
Foster your child’s healthy growth and development at home with Montessori toys for 4-year-olds.