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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
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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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A maternal-health expert explains why Cardi B’s honesty about pregnancy depression matters

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
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One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 09, 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
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A mom bought her daughter new shoes—then faced the reality of what safety means in America

“I had to break it to her that I’m so sorry, mama,” she says quietly in the video. “We can’t bring those to school.”

Updated Oct. 09, 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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Sometimes, motherhood is just too much

I have to imagine you feel this too. I have to believe that these feelings, these days of mine are felt by others. I’m saying it out loud because this rawness is so very real, it’s oh so real, and I can’t cover it up.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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This is Motherhood: Sonia Smith-Kang on embracing multiculturism

In the first episode of The Motherly Podcast's This is Motherhood bonus series, Joyce Brewer talks with Sonia Smith-Kang on her children's wear line, Mixed Up Clothing, and raising kids in a multilingual, multicultural household.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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7 things people don’t tell you about raising teens

What I’ve realized about the teen years is that, like all stages of parenting (and life, for that matter), they are a Both/And experience.

Updated Jan. 25, 2023
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To my husband: When motherhood gets tough, you make it easier

I know that most times I am our child's safe haven, but at the end of each day, you are mine.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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Lin-Manuel Miranda offers hilarious ‘cure’ for children obsessed with ‘Encanto’

"Have the songs of 'Encanto' brought your life to a joy-filled, yet grinding halt?"

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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How to keep your relationship strong when one of you has health struggles

When a surgeon's medical error left her with long-term medical issues, Lorena Junco Margain had to learn how to manage not just her physical health, but the health of her relationship, too.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022
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Kourtney Kardashian says IVF medication made her feel menopausal and depressed

Kourtney, 42, revealed that she and her Travis, 46, are hoping to expand their family.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
Overwhelmed mom: Mother carrying sleeping daughters

From a mom of older kids to a new mama: It won’t always be this hard

To those mamas who feel exhausted and stuck, like things will never get easier, let me tell you: things will get easier.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
'Don't Say Gay' Florida students walk out in protest

Students across Florida stage walkouts in protest of ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill

The bill would ban “classroom discussion about sexual orientation or gender identity” in primary schools.

Updated Sep. 06, 2022
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Our children may never know all we do—but they will know our love

I know you may not know it, but you are seen. You are needed. You are wanted.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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Hippity-hoppity! 12 Easter coloring pages for kids

What better way to count down to the spring holiday than with a fun activity like Easter coloring pages?

Updated Feb. 23, 2024
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Being a working mom is my identity. But can we drop the label?

Being a working mom is my superpower. But the term “working mom” is outdated, ineffective at capturing who we—moms—all are, and is dismissive of all parents.

Updated Oct. 13, 2023
Burnout: young woman with head in hands

What moms are feeling is so much more than ‘burnout’

'Burnout' is a bite-sized buzzword for a really complex and layered issue.

Updated Aug. 26, 2022
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