Motherly – A wellbeing brand empowering mothers to thrive
×
child independent play

A national poll reveals what’s missing from our kids’ playtime—and it’s not toys

Are screens and safety fears stealing our kids’ playtime? A new poll says yes

Updated Oct. 21, 2025
mom speaking to premature baby

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
teacher affirmations - Motherly

This first grade teacher’s daily affirmation is the pep talk we all need

A viral video reminds us why elementary school teachers deserve every ounce of our respect—and a significant raise.

Updated Oct. 20, 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.

Read the report
cesarean delivery

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025
Charlie Puth

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
Sofia richie grainge

Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
mom speaking to premature baby

Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
Motherhood without mom

For 1 in 3 new moms, motherhood begins without a mother’s support—and it’s reshaping how we understand postpartum care

These statistics tell a story of absence—of mothers longing for guidance that once felt guaranteed.

Updated Oct. 24, 2025
SNAP benefits

Families brace for empty grocery cards as a government shutdown drags on

For millions of parents, that quick EBT balance check is really a check on whether there’s enough for milk, bread, and dinner tonight.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025
nick jonas opens up about fatherhood

Nick Jonas opens up about what terrifies him as a girl dad

Nick Jonas opens up about the one thing that terrifies him as a girl dad—and it’s a fear every parent can relate to in the age of social media.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025
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.

Read More Details
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.

Read More Details
video podcast flower - Motherly

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

Watch Now

Our Video Series

It's Science

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.
origin

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

Explore More

girl working on tablet - money apps for kids

8 money apps for kids to help teach them about money management

Build healthy, lifelong financial habits.

Updated Sep. 27, 2022
girl opening fridge - easy meals for kids

10 easy meals your tween can make themself

Empowering your child to cook for themselves is an all-around win.

Updated Jan. 05, 2023
mother breastfeeding baby at home; regular breastfeeding is helpful for mastitis management

Ice for mastitis? New breastfeeding guidelines change everything we thought we knew

An updated clinical protocol from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine offers new recommendations on dealing with everything from oversupply to plugged ducts—including common tactics that they say hurt more than help.

Updated Feb. 16, 2023
two kids walking to school wearing backpacks - do bulletproof backpacks work

Will a bulletproof backpack insert actually help protect your child?

Demand for bulletproof backpacks is soaring as kids start school again. Here's what experts have to say.

Updated Aug. 23, 2024
young girl holding phone and crying — calling 911

Study shows a whopping 91% of children are unable to call 911

New researchshows 91% of elementary school-age children don't know how or when to call 911.

Updated Sep. 23, 2022
Screenshots of scrunchy moms (crunchy mom + silky mom) on TikTok

Are you a ‘scrunchy mom?’ TikTok’s parenting trend is all the rage

This judgment-free and balanced approach to motherhood is the breath of fresh air we all could use. 

Updated Sep. 23, 2022
mom holding newborn baby taking paid family leave

It’s time for employers to stop penalizing parents who take paid family leave

Paid family leave has made me a better leader, teammate, and more passionate human.

Updated Jan. 17, 2023
woman wrapped in towel washing her face over sink, showing intentional morning routine for moms

How to build an intentional morning routine to help find yourself again

Because motherhood is often a rush—but that doesn't mean you have to get lost in the thick of it.

Updated Dec. 29, 2023
Lizzo giving acceptance speech at Emmys 2022

Lizzo gives emotional acceptance speech after Emmy win: ‘This is for the big girls’

"All I wanted to see was me in the media, someone fat like me, Black like me, beautiful like me."

Updated Sep. 23, 2022
Bernetta Knighten headshot

This is Motherhood: Life coach and blogger Bernetta Knighten on starting her own nonprofit organization supporting foster youth

"The main purpose of The Knighten Project was to make dreams come true for everyday people."

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
tiktok screenshots kate middleton- prince louis

Kate Middleton shares Prince Louis’ sweet words after Queen Elizabeth’s death

Even the littlest children somehow know exactly how to comfort their families.

Updated Sep. 23, 2022
momfluencer filming in her kitchen while holding baby

Research shows the toxic effect ‘momfluencers’ have on our mental health

A new study shows that images of “idealized motherhood” can increase your anxiety, envy and sense of comparison, among other things.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
cheerful women in bathing suits at the beach showing real women bodies

Does praising ‘real’ celebrity bodies actually help normalize regular ‘real’ bodies?

My fear is that we as a society have gotten so acclimated to hiding behind filters and only sharing the staged versions of ourselves, that we forgot how being genuine and authentic is not a revolution, but a normalcy.

Updated Sep. 27, 2022
granddaughter hugging grandma - loss of grandmother

Here’s to the grandmothers who have shaped generations of women and mothers

In light of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, I am reminded of the passing of my own grandmother and the importance of grandmothers all across the globe.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
kids sitting on a couch playing video games

5 ‘energy vampires’ to unplug right now to save on energy

Save money by doing nothing but pulling the plug.

Updated Sep. 10, 2022
woman against a brick wall looking up at the sky

4 phrases confident women tell themselves when they don’t get the job they dreamed of

It’s not always easy to stay upbeat and positive, especially when you don’t get the job you want.

Updated Sep. 10, 2022
little girl cleaning up - how to teach kids to clean up

I no longer pick up after my kids: Here’s how I taught them to do it themselves

"Somewhere right now there is a mom cleaning up a mess right after she cleaned up said mess."

Updated Mar. 07, 2023
benefits of propolis and bee ingredients

Here’s how bee ingredients can support your kids’ immune health this fall

You're going to want to know what royal jelly and propolis do.

Updated Jan. 17, 2023
×