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balancing safety and curiosity - Motherly

Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Mother's touch explained

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
is melatonin safe for kids

Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025
10 tips from a therapist - Motherly

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 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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rhett family baby no. 5 annoucement

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Willa’s ‘You’re pregnant?’ and Ada’s ‘With who?’ make Thomas Rhett’s baby news utterly priceless.”

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Physiological Changes During Pregnancy Based on Oura Data

Your body knows first: What Oura’s massive pregnancy study reveals about the science of intuition

Every pregnant person has felt it: that sudden wave of exhaustion, a racing heartbeat while climbing the stairs, or sleep that feels both deeper and lighter.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Financial Truths Before Maternity Leave

5 financial truths every mom should know before maternity leave

Maternity leave math is confusing, even when you have benefits. Here's facts that matter most and simple steps to take so your paycheck, premiums, and plans stay on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
kieran culkin baby no 3

Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Kieran Culkin once wasn’t sure about having kids — now he and Jazz Charton are celebrating their third

Updated Nov. 05, 2025
the invisible load explained by a dad

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
inexpective gift ideas for kids

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Kendra Austin’s viral clip about hanging out without spending a dime

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

The “no-buy / low-spend hang” trend is sweeping TikTok, proving that connection matters more than cash—and moms everywhere are taking notes.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Make Adoption Celebrated

9 supportive rituals that make adoption feel celebrated

Your family’s story deserves to be honored. Simple, repeatable rituals help you mark milestones, nurture connection and keep your child’s identity at the center.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

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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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Proxy voting bill

Why it’s time to let new moms vote by proxy 

Proxy voting is a practical solution to an outdated problem.

Updated Apr. 03, 2025
alabama - Motherly

Alabama’s paid parental leave law is a monumental step—now let’s make it for everyone

“In Alabama, we are committed to strengthening families and supporting those who serve our state,” said Governor Ivey.

Updated Apr. 03, 2025
Hungary income tax

Hungary gives full income tax exemptions to moms with two or more kids—what if the U.S. did the same?

Since 2020, Hungary has granted a full personal income tax exemption to mothers raising four or more children.

Updated Apr. 03, 2025
mums in 40s

A historic shift: More babies now born to women over 40 than to teens

According to a brand new report from the CDC’s National Vital Statistics System, births among women in their 40s have more than tripled since 1990, while the teen birth rate has plummeted to a historic low.

Updated Apr. 03, 2025
Mom talking to her baby

This mom’s monologues to her baby aren’t just going viral—they might actually rewire baby’s brain

No sing-song voice. Just a constant, hilarious stream of consciousness, delivered to an adorable baby girl with all the intensity of a therapy session.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
Toddler

Toddler grabs the Swiffer and straps in his baby—what he does next has the internet cheering

This viral video is more than just cute content. It’s a joyful, messy, mop-wielding reminder that boys need space to practice caregiving, too.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
A mom in the grocery store with baby

Mom wears her baby to the grocery store—and finds herself at the center of an unexpected social experiment

But the video highlights something deeper: the moment you step out in public with a baby on your body, you become a magnet—for connection, commentary, and sometimes scrutiny. 

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
A mom unboxing Toy Story toys

Mom unboxes her 30-year-old Toy Story toys—and her toddler’s joy is straight out of a Pixar movie

The clip shows Adrienne retrieving a box of her Toy Story toys from 1995 and introducing them to her Toy Story-obsessed toddler.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
chili pregnancy

Spicing up your pregnancy: How chili may lower gestational diabetes risk

Recent research suggests that incorporating chili into your diet might offer unexpected benefits, particularly in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
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25 Easter egg DIY decorating ideas that go beyond the traditional dye kit

Looking to up your Easter egg decorating ideas? These DIY ideas will brighten your basket this year.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
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Kylie Kelce welcomes baby girl No. 4—‘Whoop, there she is!’

Kylie Kelce and her husband, retired Philadelphia Eagles legend Jason Kelce, have officially welcomed their fourth child

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
NICU baby

Doctors weren’t sure he’d survive—now one of the world’s smallest babies is finally going home to Minnesota

Born at just 8 ounces, Bilal spent his first year defying the odds in the NICU—now, he’s going home to join his four siblings.

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
Toddler

Toddler hears his dad call him ‘best friend’—his emotional response has us in tears

The toddler, caught in the powerful moment, blinks back tears. So do we. And, apparently, so do millions of others.

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
Book and author

The messy, hilarious truth about new motherhood—told in painfully funny comics

Barnicoat shares the inspiration behind her book, the moments that shaped her storytelling, and the lessons she wishes she had known as a new mother.

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
parenting new

‘It’s not lying; it’s rebranding’: One mom’s clever pitch turned dinner into a win

 Nicole Ramirez’s viral post proves what moms have known forever: parenting is mostly marketing—and sometimes, a little rebranding goes a long way.

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
A mom waiting in her car

This mom let her 7-year-old order Chick-fil-A alone—and the lesson hit home

Wells stride into a Chick-fil-A solo mission-style—no parent, no phone, and no GPS tracker clipped to his hoodie.

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
parenting new

Teacher pulls mom aside after school—what her son said left her speechless

TikTok creator Aurora McCausland (@auroramccausland), whose recent video has parents everywhere simultaneously cringing and cackling.

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
dad and daughter

Mom dreads leaving her baby for work each morning—what Grandpa does next is melting hearts

For Sarah Lorsung Tvrdik, 40, her father’s quiet act of love has made all the difference in that painful transition.

Updated Apr. 01, 2025
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