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Child Learn & Play

25 phrases to inspire confidence in your child

5. "You can do hard things."

Updated Oct. 01, 2025
Child Learn & Play, Child, Parenting
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Parenting

Why thousands of parents are obsessed with this playful lesson on ‘minding your business’

“This is your business. This is her business.”

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Car Seat Safety

Hundreds of thousands of car seats pulled: What parents need to know now

Updated Oct. 02, 2025
Car Seat Safety, News, Parenting, Safety
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News

AI can now scan a mammogram and reveal a woman’s 5-year cancer risk—what moms should know

This technology could give mothers greater agency, earlier signals, and more opportunities—not just more anxiety.

Updated Oct. 01, 2025
News, Motherly

Health & Wellness

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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

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

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Health & Wellness Shopping Guide
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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
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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
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Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety
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Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting

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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Pregnancy

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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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Pregnancy

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
Pregnancy, News
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Celebrity News

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
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy
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Celebrity News

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
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

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Postpartum

A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Postpartum, News
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Parenting

Mom films midnight bedtime routine—what viewers say next sparks a parenting firestorm

Emily’s video struck a chord because it made parents reflect on their own evenings. Some saw a relatable slice of life; others saw red flags.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Kid reacts to teacher's email to his parents
Viral & Trending

A teacher sends an unexpected email—what a family reads aloud brings everyone to tears

When a simple email from Wyatt’s teacher landed in the inbox, the family paused, smiled, and teared up

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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.
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Viral & Trending

Polar-opposite twins meet a puddle and parents can’t stop laughing

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play
Pet reveal
Viral & Trending

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting
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Miscarriage & Loss

Kylie Kelce starts to tell a happy story, then remembers the appointment that changed everything

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Miscarriage & Loss, Celebrity News, Getting Pregnant, News

Parenting

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Parenting

Mom films midnight bedtime routine—what viewers say next sparks a parenting firestorm

Emily’s video struck a chord because it made parents reflect on their own evenings. Some saw a relatable slice of life; others saw red flags.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Kid reacts to teacher's email to his parents
Viral & Trending

A teacher sends an unexpected email—what a family reads aloud brings everyone to tears

When a simple email from Wyatt’s teacher landed in the inbox, the family paused, smiled, and teared up

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting
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Viral & Trending

Polar-opposite twins meet a puddle and parents can’t stop laughing

We all come into the world with innate differences in how we process the environment. For twins, those contrasts can feel especially stark.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play
Pet reveal
Viral & Trending

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting
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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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One-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

How much sleep does a two-week-old baby need?

Rest easy: here's our guidance for your newborn baby's sleep.

Updated Apr. 15, 2022
One-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules, Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules
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One-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

How much sleep does a three-week-old baby need?

Updated Apr. 15, 2022
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One-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

How much sleep does a four-week-old baby need?

Expert guidance tips on your newborn's sleep schedule.

Updated Jan. 20, 2023
One-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules, Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules
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Four-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

How much sleep does a 15-week-old baby need?

We're providing expert guidance tips on your newborn's sleep schedule.

Updated Apr. 19, 2022
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Three-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

How much sleep does an 11-week-old baby need?

We've rounded up expert guidance tips on your newborn's sleep schedule.

Updated Apr. 19, 2022
Three-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules, Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules
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Baby

How much sleep does a nine-week-old baby need?

Expert guidance tips on your newborn's sleep schedule.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
Baby, Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules, Parenting, Three-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules
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Three-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

How much sleep does a 10-week-old baby need?

Expert guidance tips on your newborn's sleep schedule.

Updated Apr. 19, 2022
Three-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules, Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules
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Two-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

How much sleep does an eight-week-old baby need?

Expert guidance tips on your newborn's sleep schedule.

Updated Apr. 19, 2022
Two-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules
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Home Shopping Guides

22 on-trend home decor items to freshen up your nest—without breaking the bank

When rotating decor is your self-care.

Updated May. 17, 2022
Home Shopping Guides, Home Decor
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Parenting

15 mama-innovated products that are total gamechangers

Because moms know what moms need.

Updated Mar. 01, 2022
Parenting, Baby, Shop
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The Holidays

Target just revealed their top 50+ toys for the holidays 🎁

We got a sneak peek. 👀

Updated Nov. 09, 2022
The Holidays
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The nipple ointment our midwife recommends to all of her patients

Really, she can't recommend it enough.

Updated Jan. 07, 2022
Shop
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Food

8 surprising + delicious breastfeeding snacks

BRB, eating all of the food.

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
Food, Life, Pregnancy Products
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Life

What is chestfeeding? (And why it’s so important)

Plus, how we can better support the people who choose to do it.

Updated Dec. 14, 2021
Life
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Two-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules

How much sleep does a seven-week-old baby need?

Expert guidance tips on your newborn's sleep schedule.

Updated Apr. 19, 2022
Two-Month-Old Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules, Baby Sleep Guides & Schedules
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Parenting

3 reasons not to ignore your child’s tantrums (and what to do instead)

Have you ever been advised to ignore tantrums? Here's why experts say there's a better way.

Updated Dec. 22, 2022
Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play
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Life

An Afghan refugee gave birth on a U.S. evacuation plane

She gave birth just moments after landing, in the cargo bay of a U.S. Air Force C-17 aircraft.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Celebrity News

Ashley Graham’s 1-year-old son swims like a pro—all on his own!

Everyone is in awe of Ashley Graham's tiny son basically swimming like an Olympian.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
Celebrity News, Life, News
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Life

Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is officially approved by the FDA

This is the first COVID-19 vaccine to be subject to a full review by the FDA.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022
Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Child

All your questions about kids & face masks, answered

We asked doctors and epidemiologists the biggest questions parents have about wearing masks at school–including which face masks are most effective, and how to get kids to wear them.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
Child, Children's Health, Covid, Health & Wellness, Life
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