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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
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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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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
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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. 17, 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
a baby looking at a drawer for nicotine pouches

This common household item poisoned thousands of toddlers—and the risk is still rising

Most cases involved toddlers under 2 years old, and more than 98% occurred in the home.

Updated Jul. 21, 2025
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Popular nursery chair recalled for overheating hazard—here’s what parents need to know

So far, 37 incidents have been reported, including one minor injury. No fires or property damage have been reported.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025
Brent-Rooker

MLB player feeds his baby during the Home Run Derby—then shuts down the critic who questioned it

Rooker’s small act of caregiving briefly stole the show—and sparked a larger conversation about parenting.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025
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PBS Kids might disappear—and with it, one of the last screen-time tools parents trust

Losing PBS Kids means losing a trusted educational foundation for millions of families.

Updated Jul. 21, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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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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How to raise an organized kid, according to an expert

Children are born with the ability to be organized, but it’s up to us to help them develop the skills.

Updated Aug. 17, 2022
Women protest for abortion rights

We need to talk about the Kansas landslide vote to preserve abortion rights—because it’s HUGE

Kansas voters protected abortion rights and blocked Republicans pushing for a ban.

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
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I hosted a motherhood gathering—and it was a life-altering experience

My heart is truly full to have been able to share space with other mamas and their little ones.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
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Drew Scott perfectly explains the unexplainable feelings of new parenthood

"It unlocks a side you didn't know you had," Scott says of becoming a parent. "You think you know."

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
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Chrissy Teigen is pregnant—almost 2 years after the loss of her son Jack

Nearly two years after the heartbreaking loss of her son, Jack, Chrissy Teigen has announced she's pregnant again. In the very emotional announcement, she shares photos of her baby bump for the first time, too.

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
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13 routines & activities to prep kids for back-to-school

3. Improve your bedtime and technology routines

Updated Aug. 28, 2023
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It’s time to stop feeling guilty about school lunches

Here are 10 tips for making school lunch work for you, rather than just a lot of work.

Updated Jan. 18, 2023
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16 Barbiecore-inspired products to boost your mood and freshen your vibe

From bubblegum-hued baby gear to date-night worthy holographic pumps, pink is the new black.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
Hilary Duff on the Kelly Clarkson show

Hilary Duff’s warning to new parents about newborn life is 100% spot ON

“Just wait two weeks. They don’t know they’ve entered the world yet.”

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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You might be experiencing trauma these days, and you aren’t alone

Viewing motherhood through the lens of trauma might make you feel more validated.

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
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I wish I hadn’t spent so much time as a single mom hoping the days away

I wish I had learned to live in the moment a little more and appreciate the solitude for what it was.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
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I love seeing my child develop personal relationships with family members

And it’s just another thing that makes me proud to be a mother—witnessing him become his own person with his own relationships and the opportunity to create his own memories. 

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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2 major studies show drinking coffee *is* good for you

Go ahead and pour yourself that second cup, mama.

Updated Sep. 27, 2024
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Gentle parenting is the only tool that works with my strong-willed child

We’re the soft cushion below them. When they need to unravel, they choose us.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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How do I raise my kids to extend grace in today’s cancel culture?

How do I encourage my kids’ fire to fight injustice, yet also encourage them to see people as imperfect beings who are, for the most part, trying their best?

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
Mandy Moore on the red carpet for This is Us

Mandy Moore can’t get an epidural during birth due to rare blood disorder

Moore is expecting her second baby later this fall.

Updated Aug. 05, 2022
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Dear employers of dads—it’s time to make a change

While we’ve made incredible strides in terms of how companies support working moms,  we are lagging in terms of how the corporate world supports and perceives working dads.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
Rene Syler

This is Motherhood: Former TV anchor Rene Syler on being a “Good Enough Mother”

“Why were we acting like parenting was some kind of event that you got a medal for?”

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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