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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.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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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.

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What To Read

25 exciting kids books coming out in 2023 to look forward to

Laugh, learn and love reading even more than ever with these books for kids.

Updated Aug. 04, 2023

What To Read, Child Learn & Play

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

15 cult beauty products that live up to the hype

There's a reason these have permanent spots on our bathroom counters.

Updated May. 24, 2024

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Beauty & Style

What To Read

The most anticipated books to read in 2023

It’s time to make a whole new TBR list for those stolen moments when you can be alone with a good book.

Updated Jan. 09, 2023

What To Read, Life

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Travel

How to deal with a toddler tantrum on a plane

In the short term, I wanted the embarrassment and shame to stop for me. However, in the long run, I want my child to grow up using her voice and embracing all of her feelings, not repressing them.

Updated Jan. 09, 2023

Travel, Motherly Stories

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Women's Health

Birth control linked to higher rates of depression in teens with ADHD

Young women with ADHD who took the pill were 6 times more likely to develop depression than those without ADHD who also took birth control.

Updated Jan. 09, 2023

Women's Health, Teen Health

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Children's Health

I wasn’t prepared for my kids’ flu days this year

I felt pulled in every direction.

Updated Jan. 06, 2023

Children's Health, Motherly Stories

A vigil for Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin

Viral & Trending

Fans raise over $6 million for Damar Hamlin’s toy drive after his critical injury on the field

On average, about 2.5 donations were being made every second in that initial 17-hour span.

Updated Jan. 06, 2023

Viral & Trending

Celebrity News

Kelly Osbourne welcomes her first child!

New mama alert!

Updated Jan. 06, 2023

Celebrity News

Adoption

15 Children’s books to help kids understand adoption

A mulberry bird, a fox, even a baby fruit bat… all characters who were adopted and learn that families come in all colors, shapes, and sizes.

Updated Jan. 06, 2023

Adoption, Child Shopping Guide

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News

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is expanding in the most beautiful way for California kids

She's a national treasure!

Updated Jan. 06, 2023

News, Celebrity News

Viral TikTok about toxic wellness culture

Viral & Trending

Viral TikTok perfectly calls out ‘toxic wellness’ culture in timely new year reminder

"New Years Day is the Superbowl for #toxicwellness."

Updated Dec. 23, 2024

Viral & Trending

Valentines Day

The best Cupid-approved Valentine’s Day decor from Target that’s all under $20

Tis the the season of pinks and reds and lots of love. XO!

Updated Jan. 17, 2025

Valentines Day, Home Decor

Motherly Stories

My mental health as a parent of a child with a disability

I am a work in progress, just like everyone else.

Updated Jan. 01, 2023

Motherly Stories, Mental Health

Viral & Trending

‘Don’t Weigh Me’ cards help empower patients at the doctor’s office

These cards can help patients feel empowered to address fatphobia and weight stigmas in the medical field.

Updated Dec. 22, 2023

Viral & Trending, Health & Wellness, Life, News

Our Partners

It’s science: Getting enough protein is especially important for moms

Because nourishing yourself should be a priority.

Updated Mar. 22, 2023

Our Partners, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

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Our Partners

Not all protein is created equally. Here’s what to look for.

Knowledge is power.

Updated Jan. 04, 2023

Our Partners, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Food

Sustainable homemade baby food recipes that use what you already have

Making your own baby food is easier than you think. Here are the best (and tastiest!) recipes to start with, using what you already have in your fridge.

Updated Jan. 01, 2023

Food, Home