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Child Learn & Play

25 phrases to inspire confidence in your child

5. "You can do hard things."

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

Child Learn & Play, Child, Parenting

mom teaches about minding your own business

Parenting

Why thousands of parents are obsessed with this playful lesson on ‘minding your business’

“This is your business. This is her business.”

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Car Seat Safety

Hundreds of thousands of car seats pulled: What parents need to know now

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Car Seat Safety, News, Parenting, Safety

News

AI can now scan a mammogram and reveal a woman’s 5-year cancer risk—what moms should know

This technology could give mothers greater agency, earlier signals, and more opportunities—not just more anxiety.

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

News, Motherly

Pregnancy

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

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

Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

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

Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Celebrity News

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Viral & Trending

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

Miscarriage & Loss

Kylie Kelce starts to tell a happy story, then remembers the appointment that changed everything

A rare, candid account of pregnancy loss, plus gentle resources for parents carrying grief privately.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Miscarriage & Loss, Celebrity News, Getting Pregnant, News

Toddler

Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, 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

Why thousands of parents are obsessed with this playful lesson on ‘minding your business’

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Mom hits record as her son shares a truth about parenting that’s stopping people mid-scroll

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

Mom braces for chaos—but her toddler’s response to the crying baby stuns her

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Toddler

Viral & Trending

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

Parenting

Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting

Toddler

Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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.

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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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Single Parenting

I’m a divorced mom, but don’t tell me my kids live in a ‘broken home’

I'm proud of the home I've made for my children, because let me tell you, single motherhood isn't easy.

Updated Feb. 24, 2023

Single Parenting, Community & Friendship, Divorce, Relationships

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Children's Health

Actually, please do let your kids play with their food

Here’s how to make food fun again.

Updated Jun. 30, 2023

Children's Health, Child, Child Nutrition, Food, Health & Wellness, Nutrition, Parenting

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Marriage & Partnerships

Marriage is imperfect because people are imperfect—and that’s okay

Thanks to the hard work of raising kids, we’ve learned that to be a good teammate doesn't mean perfection.

Updated Nov. 08, 2022

Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships

Entertainment

CoComelon is getting a Spotify podcast—with stories, NOT songs

CoComelon Story Time will be an interactive storytelling show for preschoolers!

Updated Jan. 18, 2022

Entertainment, Life, News

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Celebrity News

Someone told Melanie Lynskey to lose weight, and the cast of ‘Yellowjackets’ was NOT having it

Don't mess with the Yellowjackets.

Updated Aug. 26, 2022

Celebrity News, Entertainment, Life, News, What To Watch

Our Partners

The 20 best and buzziest books of 2021 for moms

These all deserve a spot on your bookshelf.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Our Partners, Entertainment, What To Read

Life

Babywearing did so much for my mental health when I became a mom of 2

Babywearing is about much more than keeping your hands free.

Updated Feb. 21, 2023

Life, Baby Shopping Guide, Mental Health

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Motherhood Understood

Hanna on PPD and PPA after undergoing an emergency hysterectomy after giving birth

“At this point, it’s her uterus or it’s her life.”

Updated Oct. 18, 2022

Motherhood Understood

Parenting

Dear middle child: You fill a special spot in my heart

Please know that I see you, my little love, even on those days when my eyes are drawn to your brother or sister because they are a little more vocal, or require my immediate attention.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022

Parenting

pandemic birth decline: mother kissing baby's head

Adult

The pandemic robbed me of my dream for another baby

And I’m not alone. Motherly's 2022 State of Motherhood survey revealed the largest percentage of moms ever who say they do not plan to have more children.

Updated May. 04, 2022

Adult, Pregnancy

Viral & Trending

Mom-to-be asks parents to share why they love having kids—and they DELIVERED

Your heart will grow three sizes reading each response to this question.

Updated May. 31, 2022

Viral & Trending, Life, News

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Toddler Shopping Guides

Ready to potty train? Here’s your shopping list

In the Parenting Olympics, Potty Training can be both a sprint and/or a marathon. Here's what you need to get it done.

Updated Mar. 22, 2023

Toddler Shopping Guides, Toddler Milestones

Christina Ricci posing with husband on red carpet

Celebrity News

Christina Ricci learned what her baby’s name was on Instagram

Apparently she and her husband hadn't agreed on a name yet, but he shared one anyway out of excitement!

Updated Jan. 14, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

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It's Science

I’m a climate scientist: Here’s how climate change directly impacts mothers and babies

We must confront the truth about how climate change harms pregnant women.

Updated Apr. 06, 2022

It's Science, Pregnancy

Life

Covid vaccines may cause temporary menstrual cycle changes, says new study

A look at cycle tracking data from thousands of women shows that vaccination may cause a late period.

Updated Jun. 23, 2022

Life, Adult, Covid, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Bethanie Garcia holding her baby while wearing a bra and underwear

Viral & Trending

This mom is calling out all the body-shamers who told her to ‘get a tummy tuck’

"I share what I share with the hope that someone else who is out there struggling with their body image can see that it’s possible to love yourself and appreciate your body, no matter the shape or size."

Updated Dec. 03, 2022

Viral & Trending, Life, News