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Child Learn & Play

Body language expert shares 3 simple ways to raise socially skilled kids

Updated Oct. 06, 2025

Child Learn & Play

Postpartum

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

Postpartum, News

Grandparents & Extended Families

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

Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships

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Work & Motherhood

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

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Updated Oct. 06, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast

Health & Wellness

Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting

Viral & Trending

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

Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, News

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Grandparents & Extended Families

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships

Viral & Trending

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

Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy

Work & Motherhood

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

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Viral & Trending

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

Parenting

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

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Motherly

Mom loses her patience—but what she does next is teaching parents everywhere

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Motherly, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Grandparents & Extended Families

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

Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships

Parenting

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

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

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

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This classroom chant about “private parts” is stirring debate—but experts say it may save lives

How we talk about body boundaries matters as much as what we say.

Updated Oct. 07, 2025

Parenting, News, Safety, Viral & Trending

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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.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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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.

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Motherhood Understood

Leilani on postpartum depression after a traumatic birth experience

Progress was slow, but I remember the day my medication began to work. It felt like I could finally see colors, like, "OH, this is how everyone else is experiencing the world."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherhood Understood

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Child Learn & Play

If your child is afraid of the dentist, this toy may help

Brushing teeth has never been this fun.

Updated Jan. 09, 2023

Child Learn & Play, Toddler Learn & Play

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Life

Parsley Health’s Dr. Robin Berzin wants moms to start listening to their bodies

"Your body has wisdom and a message for you."

Updated Dec. 12, 2024

Life, Health & Wellness, Podcast

News

If you’ve been thinking of signing up for Amazon Prime, do it before this date to avoid paying more

The retail giant announced they'll be raising prices for the first time in four years.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

News

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Meghan Trainor’s viral ‘expectation vs. reality’ TikTok is 100% accurate

Ah, life with a toddler. We feel seen.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

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The beginner’s guide to ethical eating—for the good of the earth & your taste buds

From farm to table, ethically made products are better for the world.

Updated Jul. 20, 2022

Our Partners

Our Partners

Supporting family farms is possible wherever you live—and tastes better, too

You can shop small while shopping at your grocery store.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022

Our Partners

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Marriage & Partnerships

I miss how easy and fun sex was before my infertility struggles

Here’s how I found that place again.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022

Marriage & Partnerships, Infertility, Journey

Season 10

Parsley Health’s Dr. Robin Berzin on How Moms Can Prioritize their Health

Dr. Robin Berzin, founder and CEO of Parsley Health, joined the Motherly Podcast to address a failure she saw in the healthcare system.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024

Season 10, Podcast

Baby Names

Let’s talk about Bruno—and 40 other Encanto-inspired baby names

Revel in these Colombian baby names inspired by Disney's latest hit.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022

Baby Names, Entertainment, Pregnancy

Parenting

As California’s First Partner and a mother, here’s how I’m addressing tech addiction in kids

Conversation and connection are critical ingredients to building and sustaining healthy relationships between kids and technology.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, Safety, Teen, Teen Issues, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

News

Jennifer Lopez is teaching her kids about “healthy relationships” after reuniting with Ben Affleck

“If you're good on your own, you really can have a beautiful relationship.”

Updated Feb. 03, 2022

News, Celebrity News, Life

Valentines Day

11 adorable Valentine’s Day breakfasts to make with your kids

Because it’s never too early to have sugar on Valentine’s Day!

Updated Jan. 31, 2025

Valentines Day, Food

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Health & Wellness

I’m pregnant with my second baby and feeling ambivalent about it

Ambivalence in pregnancy is not only common, it’s normal. Here’s how I’m processing.

Updated May. 24, 2023

Health & Wellness, First Trimester, Getting Pregnant, Life, Mental Health, Pregnancy, Second Trimester

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News

Snort Oh Goody! ‘Peppa Pig Live’ is coming to a stage near you

Come join Peppa Pig on an exciting camping trip in the woods with George and her school friends, including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022

News, Entertainment, Life

Viral & Trending

8-year-old boy wrote a book and hid it in his town’s library—and it’s a HIT

"I wanted to put my book in the library center since I was 5, and I always had a love for books and libraries. I've been going to libraries a lot since I was a baby."

Updated Feb. 02, 2022

Viral & Trending, Life, News