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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
Grandparents

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
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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

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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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
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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
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Grandparents

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
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Mom lets grandparents break the rules—and it’s winning hearts online

When it comes to childcare, sometimes letting grandparents do their thing is the best parenting hack

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

e. And a 9-year-old teacher whose mantra—“It takes process”—is turning everyday lessons into heartwarming TikTok magic.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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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
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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
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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
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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
Find a Village: sad mom holding baby

Here’s the truth, mama: We never stop needing our village

Keep looking for your village. Keep building your village. And keep being the village for others.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
Single moms buy house together

These 4 single moms are raising their kids together in 1 house—and it sounds like a dream

"There is almost a spiritual safety net every day here. I could be my worst self, I could be my best self, and they see me for who I am, and it's OK."

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
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Breastfeeding is no easy journey—but I gave it my all

I realize that my story is not about failure. It’s not failure when you try your hardest. This is about how we need to support and help moms to get better at breastfeeding and avoid mental health capitulation.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
Feeling weary: exhausted mom with head in hands

To the weary and exhausted mama—you aren’t alone

Hey mama, You’re doing the best you can. You’re loved. You’re resilient. You’re strong.

Updated Mar. 18, 2022
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