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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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Nutrition

10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Nutrition, Back To School

Child Shopping Guide

American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

Child Shopping Guide

News

Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

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

Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

Our Partners

Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Getting Pregnant

China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility

Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Infertility

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

This sister duo created the most viral baby product on Instagram—and changed the game of snot-sucking

Updated Aug. 15, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Pregnancy

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025

Pregnancy

Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025

Pregnancy, News

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Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

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. 25, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Parenting

When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Most parents are now going into debt to raise their kids—and it’s reshaping family life

Parenting, in 2025, is starting to feel like a luxury purchase.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

This 9-year-old’s first words to his foster baby brother will stay with you

“It was a Sunday and he wanted to stay in his Sunday best, suit and tie, to meet his newborn foster baby brother,” Garcia said.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

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.

News

The joy in a baby’s smile: What a viral reunion teaches us about infant bonding

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Big brother gathers his friends to walk sister to kindergarten—moms can’t stop crying

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

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

Birth Stories

They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Birth Stories, Baby, Birth, Parenting

Parenting

Why sixth grade is the year your tween’s confidence needs the most protection

The “sixth grade social shake-up” is real—here’s how parents can help their kids navigate it.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, Child, Teen, Teen Issues

Parenting

When kids call for mom nonstop, this dad knew exactly what to do

In the reel, Mom is working, cooking, or maybe just sitting down for 90 seconds of peace, and the kids are calling her nonstop.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Big brother gathers his friends to walk sister to kindergarten—moms can’t stop crying

There’s something about the mix of big-hearted protectiveness, sibling teamwork, and tiny hands holding tight that makes this clip impossible to scroll past without smiling or tearing up a little.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Parenting, News, 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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Parenting

Looking for Black Talking Dolls? This Line Is Perfect for You

Niya Dorsey’s Brains & Beauty Dolls say 20+ empowering affirmations.

Updated Jun. 08, 2022

Parenting, Child, Child Shopping Guide, Life, Toddler, Toddler Shopping Guides

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Toddler Learn & Play

5 easy Montessori activities to keep kids entertained this holiday season

Here are some easy "boredom busters" from an expert!

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Toddler Learn & Play, Holidays, Journey

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Parenting

Kind kids have parents who follow these 9 habits

Looking for ways to cultivate kindness, mama? We've got you covered.

Updated Mar. 31, 2023

Parenting

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What To Watch

17 kid-friendly Christmas movies the entire family can snuggle up to

Holiday classics, hot cocoa and festive pajamas for a wondrous movie night

Updated Nov. 20, 2023

What To Watch, Christmas

Viral & Trending

Disney Cruise Line requiring all guests 5+ to be vaccinated against Covid in 2022

Guests who are not vaccine-eligible due to age will be required to provide proof of a negative COVID test taken between 24 and 72 hours before departure.

Updated Nov. 17, 2021

Viral & Trending, Covid, News

Baby Names

80 powerful baby names that mean strong

Parenthood is a test of emotional and physical strength like none other—and baby names that mean strong, mighty, or powerful feel uniquely appropriate to motherhood.

Updated May. 28, 2024

Baby Names, Journey

Thanksgiving

How to respect Indigenous history while celebrating Thanksgiving with your family

6 specific ways to bring tradition up to speed.

Updated Oct. 26, 2023

Thanksgiving

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Women's Health

Extended Breastfeeding: 13 Black Women On Why They Breastfed Beyond 1 Year

Extended breastfeeding happens in our community, too!

Updated Aug. 14, 2024

Women's Health, Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

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Shop

How to dress your bump this holiday, according to Motherly Editors

Updated Nov. 17, 2021

Shop, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Holidays Shopping Guides

Birth

These are the best birth photos of 2021—and they’re breathtaking

These are the winners of the International Association of Professional Birth Photographers 2021 Birth Photography Image Competition.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022

Birth, Birth Stories, Journey, Life, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Britney Spears says she’s ‘thinking of having another baby’ in sweet Instagram post

"I'm thinking about having another baby!!! I wonder if this one is a girl … she's on her toes reaching for something … that's for sure."

Updated Nov. 17, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

Holidays

50 actually great gifts you can still get from Amazon (that don’t scream “I bought this yesterday”)

Thanks to quick shipping, they'll still arrive on time!

Updated Dec. 12, 2024

Holidays, Holiday Gift Guides, The Holidays

Holiday Gift Guides

25+ unique gifts (for the entire family!) you won’t see on any other gift guide

Everyone's a winner when you gift these goodies.

Updated Nov. 09, 2023

Holiday Gift Guides, Christmas

Viral & Trending

Hold onto your wands, there’s going to be a Harry Potter reunion

The 20-year reunion special will premiere on New Year's Day!

Updated Nov. 17, 2021

Viral & Trending, Life, News, What To Watch

Viral & Trending

Brace yourselves, parents: ‘Baby Shark Live!’ tour is coming in 2022

Get out your wallets (and your earplugs)!

Updated Nov. 16, 2021

Viral & Trending, Life, News

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Covid

More than 1.5 million kids have received their first Covid vaccine

The pediatric vaccine rollout is off to a swift start.

Updated Oct. 02, 2022

Covid, Child, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life

Toddler Shopping Guides

Smallbirds are back and we want them in every color

Sustainable meets adorable.

Updated Jul. 19, 2022

Toddler Shopping Guides, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

News

Aveeno Baby’s new Eczema Equality campaign is the resource BIPOC parents need

Although Black babies are 1.7 times more likely to suffer from eczema, it's difficult to find resources that feature anything other than white skin. Until now.

Updated Oct. 08, 2021

News, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life, Viral & Trending