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It’s Science: This is the best time to shower if you want to fall asleep faster

According to recent research, treating bathing as a nighttime ritual can help exhausted moms get the quality sleep they need.

11 backpacks for moms who still carry all the things

When you don't need a diaper bag, but still need a hands-free solution chock full of pockets.

The 8 most common food allergies mamas should have on their radar

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Only 10% of lactation consultants are Black—here’s how one brand is working to close the gap

Willow's new scholarship fund aims to help eliminate financial barriers and expand diversity in the lactation industry.

It’s science: Giving experiences instead of toys boosts your kid’s intelligence & happiness

There's no need to stress about getting them everything on their wishlist. Spending time with your kids is far more valuable.

Why this mama declared her hospital room a ‘No Breastfeeding Zone’

Breasts and breast milk don't define motherhood. Love does, and Koziel has plenty to give.

Elle Moxley on Building a More Inclusive Society for Our Kids

Elle Moxley is the Founder and Director of the Marsha P. Johnson Institute, which advocates for Black Trans people, as well as the co-founding member and former strategic partner of the Black Lives Matter network. In this special episode, Elle shares her story with Liz, offers insight into how parents can help build a more inclusive society, and talks about the Marsha P. Johnson Institute's new partnership with H&M.

Willow Pump CEO Laura Chambers Wants to Bring Dignity Back to Breastfeeding

In this episode, Liz speaks with Laura Chambers, the CEO of Willow Pump about Willow's breakthrough, mobile breast pump and why we need to put mothers at the center of our conversation within our culture. Laura also talked about her struggles with burnout and discussed some of the innovative work programs she's creating to help nourish her workers.

As an Afghan interpreter, I sought refuge in the US. Family is everything to me—and I’m desperate to save mine

In this personal essay, an Afghan man living in the US shares his plight as his family flees Afghanistan.

Your kid’s drop-off meltdowns are normal—here’s what experts do about them

Validating feelings, dispelling fears and incorporating secret handshakes (!) can help all involved.

75 Florida doctors gather to beg people to get the COVID vaccine

"We are exhausted. Our patience and resources are running low and we need your help."

Lakers gift adorable care packages to newborns and families for ‘Kobe Day’

"On this special day, we want to honor Kobe and celebrate you."

Chelsea from ‘Teen Mom 2’ is not here for people commenting on her tween daughter’s body

"It makes me sick, honestly."

How do I find the right sperm donor?

Queer midwives Marea Goodman and Ray Rachlin walk through the pros and cons of choosing a sperm donor to start your family.

Baby Dove’s new initiative takes aim at closing the Black maternal care gap

From providing financial support to access doula care to a line of baby care products for melanin-rich skin and hair, this is so important.

10 surprising benefits of having fewer toys

Good news: You don't have to keep panic-buying stuff online to keep the kids busy.

Embrace the magic of threenagers: 10 reasons why 3 year olds rule

1. They're confident.

Heng Ou on Why Moms Need Postpartum Healing

In this first episode of Season 8 of The Motherly Podcast, Liz speaks with Heng Ou, the author of the book The First 40 Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother and the founder of Motherbees, which is a food and lifestyle company that supports women through every stage of motherhood.

How to balance screen time: Finding what’s right for your family

Here's how I'm using Google's Family Link parental controls to set digital ground rules.