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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

Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

Updated Oct. 09, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

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

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

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

Pregnancy

Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News

News

One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy

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

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Parenting

Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Work & Motherhood

This mom brought her baby to a meeting—and reminded us what true workplace support look

A working mom nervously brought her baby to a meeting—but instead of judgment, she found laughter, care, and a glimpse of what family-first workplaces could be

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

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

Parenting

Baby wouldn’t stop crying—and this mom found a way to stay present through the noise

Remember babies co-regulate, so if their parent is in an elevated state, they are likely to stay in that state longer as well.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, 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.

Pregnancy

Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News

Safety

A mom bought her daughter new shoes—then faced the reality of what safety means in America

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Safety, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

News

One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy

Parenting

Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

A 3-year-old’s reason for watching her dad’s workout has every girl dad laughing—and slightly bracing for the future

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Work & Motherhood

This mom brought her baby to a meeting—and reminded us what true workplace support look

A working mom nervously brought her baby to a meeting—but instead of judgment, she found laughter, care, and a glimpse of what family-first workplaces could be

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

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

Parenting

Baby wouldn’t stop crying—and this mom found a way to stay present through the noise

Remember babies co-regulate, so if their parent is in an elevated state, they are likely to stay in that state longer as well.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Safety

A mom bought her daughter new shoes—then faced the reality of what safety means in America

“I had to break it to her that I’m so sorry, mama,” she says quietly in the video. “We can’t bring those to school.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Safety, News, Parenting, 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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Life

Watch this little boy steal everyone’s heart as he greets each Disney Princess in viral TikTok

The look on each princess's face as she notices this little guy? PRICELESS.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Life

Living with PCOS taught me how to love and accept my body

I gained a deeper understanding of my body's limits and strengths, and I wouldn't change a thing.

Updated Sep. 19, 2022

Life, Health & Wellness

Life

Halsey on skipping Met Gala: ‘I only had my baby 7 weeks ago’

Fans were wondering why the singer didn't attend the famous NY fashion event.

Updated Aug. 26, 2022

Life, Celebrity News, News

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Halloween

28 pumpkin carving ideas to celebrate spooky season

Grab a PSL, pull up a chair and try these pumpkin carving ideas.

Updated Oct. 11, 2022

Halloween

Style

Why a shacket is the fall staple you need ASAP

And 13 styles we can't get enough of.

Updated Sep. 18, 2023

Style, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Little Sleepies just launched their holiday prints—and they won’t last long

Get your shopping fingers ready!

Updated Sep. 13, 2022

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, The Holidays

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Style

The 19 most comfortable bras you won’t want to fling off at the end of the day

You don't have to put up with bras you hate.

Updated Mar. 06, 2025

Style, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

What To Read

23 great toddler books they’ll adore

These books will help your toddler love learning to read!

Updated Mar. 28, 2022

What To Read, Toddler Learn & Play

Parenting

Free diapers for a year?

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

Updated Sep. 14, 2021

Parenting

Baby

7-month-old feeding schedule + expert advice

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Updated Feb. 17, 2023

Baby, Parenting

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Four to 12-Month-Old Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

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

Four to 12-Month-Old Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

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Four to 12-Month-Old Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

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

Four to 12-Month-Old Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

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Four to 12-Month-Old Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

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

Four to 12-Month-Old Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Life

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

Life, Celebrity News, News

Life

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

Life, News, Viral & Trending