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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 reaching out to open a drawer containing 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. 18, 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
pbs defunding vote

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. 17, 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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Do I need to give my baby vitamins? A dietitian shares what you need to know

Your infant gets most of what they need from breastmilk or formula—but there are a few important exceptions.

Updated Feb. 28, 2024
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14 100-piece puzzles to bust kid boredom

The sweet spot of challenging and engaging.

Updated Jan. 27, 2025
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‘And Just Like That’ has been renewed—here’s what we want to see in season 2

The good news? More Che Diaz. The bad news? More Che Diaz.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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One mama’s important message: Normalize all the ways you can feed your baby

Normalize breastfeeding, formula, bottle feeding and pumping. Or a combo of all. And most importantly: Normalize not shaming yourself for how you feed your baby.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
BA.2 variant: mother helping son wear a face mask

Everything parents need to know about Omicron’s BA.2 variant

The Omicron subvariant will likely cause an uptick in cases. But will it cause another surge?

Updated Apr. 28, 2022
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson confirmation hearing

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s remarks on working motherhood go viral

Fellow working mamas are shouting out Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's statement to her daughters.

Updated Apr. 07, 2022
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This bridesmaid was pumping in the wedding photos—with the bride’s full support

"Rachael has always been supportive and knew exactly what I needed as she had already been down that road…So I was pumping four times a day at the time of her wedding. One was while we were getting ready and the other was right before the ceremony. I was trying to squeeze in a session while Amber photographed the groom and groomsmen." 

Updated Oct. 12, 2020
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This mom’s post about marriage is so raw and relatable

"I cried last night as I asked my husband if he was tired of me. Because I'm tired of me some days. Pregnancy and birth are hard. Raising babies is hard. But I think the hardest is losing yourself…"

Updated Jan. 29, 2020
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Pediatric dermatologist Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness on skin health from newborns to teens

Board certified pediatric dermatologist and CPO of Stryke Club, Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness joins the Motherly Podcast to discuss skin health.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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Kylie Jenner shares emotional new video from her son’s birth

The new mama of two shared an incredible video full of unseen footage on her YouTube channel.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022
Postpartum anxiety: sad mom holding newborn

Postpartum anxiety might be invisible to you—but it’s very real to me

The thing about postpartum anxiety that makes it so misunderstood is that it’s invisible to you—but it’s very real to us.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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To my friends who aren’t mothers yet: Here is what I need you to know

You don’t get it yet. And that’s OK. You’re navigating other areas of your life right now while I'm navigating motherhood. And it's not easy.

Updated Nov. 09, 2022
Jergens recall Ultra Healing Lotion

Here’s what you need to know about the Jergens recall

Some types of Jergens moisturizer have been recalled because of possible bacterial contamination.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
motherhood: mom sleeping with two young children

Motherhood is the longest time—and also the shortest time

Motherhood isn’t one or the other; it’s a combination of both, a recipe of everything. It’s all encompassing and it’s going so fast.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
Only child: young child with two adults

I am an only child mothering an only child—please don’t feel sorry for us

I understand now more about how deeply proud my own mother was of our “three pea pod,” as she named our small family, and how hard she worked to defend it.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025
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Annia on being a therapist and not going to therapy for postpartum depression

"I didn't quite know the name for what I had since even within therapist circles, we don't talk about postpartum depression enough. I just knew that something wasn't right."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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16 of the most relatable mom life memes on the Internet

Being a mom isn’t easy, but it sure does bring laughter into our lives.

Updated May. 31, 2022
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