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Tylenol when pregnant

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
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Tylenol when pregnant

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
what baby kicks tell you

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Parenting apps

Parenting apps can plan the party and write the note—but they can’t give what matters most

41% of parents say they’re often so stressed they can’t function.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
1980s parenting

Parents are ditching screens and reviving these 80s habits—and the results are surprising

Families are weaving those timeless practices into modern life—with a litt le more intention, safety, and heart.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

Updated Sep. 26, 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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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.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022
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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.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025
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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."

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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Lakers gift adorable care packages to newborns and families for ‘Kobe Day’

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

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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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.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022
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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.

Updated Aug. 25, 2021
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10 surprising benefits of having fewer toys

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

Updated May. 27, 2022
Heng Ou

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.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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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.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022
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3 simple ways to teach your kids to share when they don’t want to

You can't make your kids share, but you can show them how.

Updated Dec. 21, 2022
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6 things *not* to say to the mama who’s struggling with breastfeeding

Toxic positivity has no place here. Here's what to say instead.

Updated Dec. 02, 2022
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Getting COVID-19 during pregnancy can mean a higher risk of preterm birth—and maternal death

What every pregnant woman needs to know about preventing COVID-19 now.

Updated Dec. 08, 2021
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More than 23,000 Georgia students in quarantine weeks into school year

The data includes positive cases as well as students and staff in quarantine.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
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Mom captures sweet first day of school moment in viral TikTok

The video has more than 3 million views, probably because this is what we all need right now.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
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