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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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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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
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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
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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
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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
AI bots

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 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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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Why a shacket is the fall staple you need ASAP

And 13 styles we can't get enough of.

Updated Sep. 18, 2023
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23 great toddler books they’ll adore

These books will help your toddler love learning to read!

Updated Mar. 28, 2022
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Free diapers for a year?

Yes, you can legitimately win free baby items for subscribing to Motherly's newsletter.

Updated Sep. 14, 2021
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11-month-old baby feeding schedule & expert advice

As your baby's diet continues to shift from liquid to more solid foods, being adaptable will continue to serve you well.

Updated Feb. 13, 2023
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10-month-old baby feeding schedule & expert advice

At 10 months, your little one will probably be keeping a close eye on what you eat—and will want to try a bite, too.

Updated Mar. 30, 2022
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9-month-old baby feeding schedule & expert advice

Depending on your baby's interest in solid foods, their appetite for breast milk or formula may start to decrease or feedings will space out. This can be bittersweet!

Updated Feb. 13, 2023
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Gabrielle Union shares grief over choosing surrogacy: ‘I wanted the experience of being pregnant’

"I smiled, wanting to show I—we—were so happy and grateful. But part of me felt more worthless."

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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Unvaccinated mom died before meeting newborn she delivered while intubated

Her unvaccinated husband only got a "quick glimpse" of his baby before he, too, died from COVID a short time after. The couple leaves behind five children total.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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Why isn’t my baby talking yet? 7 ways to encourage speech from a speech language pathologist

Worried about a possible speech delay? Deep breaths, mama. Here's what to know.

Updated Apr. 04, 2022
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12 tips for peacefully parenting your strong-willed child

Here's how you can transform the power struggles between you and your strong-willed kiddo.

Updated May. 30, 2023
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I’m married. I’m a mother. I had an abortion in Texas.

Abortion looks different for everyone but collective trauma is real.

Updated Jun. 24, 2022
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Dear September 11 babies: Your birth was a bright spot in a dark time

A message to babies born on and around September 11, 2001.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Britney Spears was tormented for being postpartum, full stop

She was a vulnerable new mama struggling with her mental health, and society left her to the wolves.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022
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28 space-themed items for the ultimate kids’ room

These looks are out of this world!

Updated Sep. 10, 2021
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I was pregnant on 9/11. 20 years later, here’s how I found hope after that day

I wore yellow on that fateful day, and wearing it years later reminds me that hope is the guide we have in a storm.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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PFAS exposure may significantly affect male fertility

Recent studies have revealed that environmental toxins known as PFAS may lower sperm count and reduce sex drive in men. Here's what you need to know.

Updated Nov. 01, 2021
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