Motherly – A wellbeing brand empowering mothers to thrive

The Kids’ Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

Arshiner’s Teddy Bear & Friends Collection isn’t just another round of kids’ clothes—it’s soft, durable, and playful enough to keep up with real childhood chaos. With styles dropping Sept. 15 on Amazon, this might be the rare collection both parents and kids agree on.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

Our Partners, Child Shopping Guide, Shop, Toddler Shopping Guides

News

A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

Entertainment, News, Viral & Trending, What To Watch

Dr. Becky shares menu hack for school year

Viral & Trending

Dr. Becky has a helpful breakfast hack that will save your sanity on busy mornings

"Try it. It's magic"

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Health & Wellness

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

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting

Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

Children's Health, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, News, Parenting

Health & Wellness

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

News

What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Birth, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025

Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Pregnancy

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025

Pregnancy

Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

News

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

News

What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Birth, Pregnancy

Baby sleeping in crib with a bug on her leg

News

When mom instincts meet motherhood fears: The moment a spider tested one mother’s courage

A parenting video that had everyone holding their breath

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Baby, 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.

Celebrity News

Saoirse Ronan takes first stroll as a mom—and fans are celebrating

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Celebrity News, Birth, News

Baby

This 5-month-old’s hair has strangers stopping in their tracks

Updated Sep. 11, 2025

Baby, News, Viral & Trending

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

News

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

Parenting

New Mexico becomes first state with free universal child care—what families can expect on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 11, 2025

Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting

pregnant woman with hand on her belly- motherly top pregnancy stories

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

Watch Now

Our Latest Podcast Episodes

The Motherly Podcast

[ENCORE EPISODE] Jennifer Wallace on breaking the chains of toxic achievement culture

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Breaking the Argument Hangover with The Freemans

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Allyson Felix on Motherhood, Medal Wins, and Fighting for Moms in Sports

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Nadia van de Walle Wants Financial Confidence for Every Mom

Listen Now

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

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.

Mom Hacks

Motherly's Mom Hacks video series is hacking you way through motherhood. Work smarter, not harder, mama

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

Christmas

10 truly magical Christmas photo ideas for a unique and fun holiday card

Find inspiration for your family's Christmas card

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

Christmas, The Holidays

A baby sleeping with an insert image of an infant head-shaping pillow

News

FDA issues safety warning for parents about infant head-shaping pillows

The FDA is warning parents that head shaping pillows may be dangerous for infants.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

News, Health & Wellness

Travel

Your next hack for traveling with kids: Rent your baby gear when you get there

Leave the baby gear at home next time you travel! BabyQuip's got you.

Updated Jan. 25, 2024

Travel, Baby

Ashley Graham poses with her twins and shows her "new" stomach

Celebrity News

Ashley Graham shares Instagram photo of her ‘very different’ stomach after carrying her twins

“You look very different from what I’m used to."

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

Celebrity News

mom unfolding the sparrow munckin stroller

Baby Shopping Guide

The Munchkin Sparrow Stroller finally converted me to umbrella strollers

I folded up my travel system stroller for the last time.

Updated Nov. 03, 2022

Baby Shopping Guide

Ina Garten and her husband Jeffrey pose on the red carpet

Celebrity News

Ina Garten shares hilarious story of husband Jeffrey’s accidental—yet PERFECT—sext

This is perhaps the most on-brand sext of all time.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

Celebrity News

Season 12

Actress Diane Kruger on her new children’s book, storytelling and why we need to better support moms in the U.S.

“In a way, she showed me who I really am.”

Updated Dec. 12, 2024

Season 12

Christmas

Gather around the tree for these 10 entertaining Christmas games for kids

From candy toss to a candy cane hunt, prepare for giggles and lots of fun.

Updated Nov. 16, 2022

Christmas, Child Learn & Play

school shooting solutions-mom and daughter

News

School shootings will not be solved by identification forms and DNA kits

We have to stop focusing on what to do after the fact and prevent these tragedies now.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

News, Parenting

mom looking at options for online therapy on computer next to her child

Mental Health

5 online therapy options that are ideal for busy moms

Research, book and attend therapy sessions, all from the comfort of your couch—maybe without even lining up childcare.

Updated Dec. 29, 2023

Mental Health

christmas card collage - how to display christmas cards

Home Decor

12 festive and fun ways to display Christmas cards

Homemade garlands and wreaths, oh my!

Updated Nov. 20, 2023

Home Decor, The Holidays

pregnant woman doing yoga poses to induce labor at home

Labor & Delivery

Try these 4 yoga poses to induce labor—safely

Ready to get things moving? Experts say these yoga poses can help.

Updated Feb. 01, 2023

Labor & Delivery, Fitness

Celebrity News

‘Bachelorette’ alum Emily Maynard on her son’s Down syndrome diagnosis: ‘I was in shock’

Her son was born in August and stayed in the NICU for a little over a month.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

Celebrity News

Christina Applegate poses on the red carpet for the SAG awards

Celebrity News

Christina Applegate opens up about battling MS while filming ‘Dead To Me’ season 3

She was diagnosed with MS in 2021.

Updated Nov. 15, 2022

Celebrity News

mom eats dinosaur nuggest with kids as she read tips for feeding kids

Food

Just serve the dinosaur chicken nuggets, says this food writer and mom

The cohost of the podcast Pressure Cooker says there’s too much pressure around feeding kids. Make food fun when you can!

Updated Mar. 17, 2023

Food

Meghan markle and prince harry with archie and lilibet

Viral & Trending

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry juggling the absolute chaos of two toddlers in the morning = all of us

The mom of two opened up about life as a busy, working mom.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

Viral & Trending

Amy Adams and Patrick Dempsey in the 'Disenchanted' trailer

Viral & Trending

The trailer for the ‘Enchanted’ sequel is FINALLY here—15 years after the OG movie

15 years after 'Enchanted' premiered, we finally have the sequel!

Updated Nov. 03, 2022

Viral & Trending, What To Watch

mom with sleepover anxiety dropping kid off and giving a kiss

Parenting

Nervous about your kid’s first sleepover, mama? A therapist shares 4 tips for easing your anxiety

"It's one of the most challenging times to be a parent right now, and the need to feel like we can keep our children safe is stronger than ever."

Updated Nov. 29, 2022

Parenting, Motherly Stories

teenage girl taking a nap while doing homework - teens and sleep

Teen Health

Teens need more sleep—and using bright light therapy could help

Adolescents need 8 to 10 hours of shut-eye for optimal physical health, emotional wellbeing, and strong academic performance.

Updated Nov. 03, 2022

Teen Health, It's Science

Christmas

My family is celebrating Christmas in November this year

This is one of many boundary lines we’ve drawn with family during the holidays.

Updated Nov. 02, 2022

Christmas, Motherly Stories

1 … 100 200 219 220 221222223 224 225 … 300 400 500 600 700 800 … 873

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Newsletter Branded

Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

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

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

Our Latest Podcast Episodes

Motherly's Podcast Series

Our Video Series

Motherly's Podcast Series

Explore More