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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
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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
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

Health & Wellness

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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
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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
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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. 10, 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

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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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
Miscarriage rates
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
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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
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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

News

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Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety
Teaching about periods
Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending

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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Parenting

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

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Work & Motherhood

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

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

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

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

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Safety

Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Safety, Parenting
HART
Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety
Teaching about periods
Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, Celebrity News, News, 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.

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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Life

Joanna Gaines emotionally addresses accusations of racism and homophobia

The Fixer Upper stars have faced criticism for a lack of inclusivity on their show and within their church.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Life

The Princess Diana statue honors her most meaningful role—’mother’

The 60th birthday statue was unveiled today by Prince William and Prince Harry.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Life

Prince Harry admits life with two kids is ‘a bit of a juggle’—because YEP

We love a relatable royal dad!

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Birth Stories

9-year-old girl delivers her baby sister at home in incredible birth story

"It was fun. She looked really pretty," Aakayla said.

Updated Jan. 23, 2023
Birth Stories, Birth, Life, News, Pregnancy, Viral & Trending
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Entertainment

Jennifer Weiner wants women to be taken seriously: ‘Women are just as complex + nuanced + interesting as men’

In an exclusive interview with Motherly, Weiner discusses her latest novel, writing female characters and the Me Too movement.

Updated Jul. 01, 2021
Entertainment, Life
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Celebrity News

‘Loki’ star reveals how she’s able to breastfeed on set

This photo of Sophia Di Martino's costume is everything.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Celebrity News, Life, News
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Baby Names

July Baby Names: 20 Favorites

For the sunny, independent baby.

Updated Jul. 05, 2024
Baby Names, Pregnancy
Maternity shorts
Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

11 cute & comfy maternity shorts to look (and feel!) cool this summer

From maternity bike shorts to casually chic twill, here are the maternity shorts we've got our eyes on.

Updated Jun. 24, 2024
Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Pregnancy Products
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Life

Fast-acting mom saves her child from getting hit by Tour-de-France crash

Mom. Of. The. Year.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
Life, News, Viral & Trending
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Viral & Trending

Breastfeeding athletes can now bring babies to the Olympics after moms speak out

Initially, COVID restrictions wouldn't allow nursing athletes to bring their babies to the games.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
Viral & Trending, Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Life, News, Parenting, Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas
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Life

This heptathlete competed in Olympic trials at 5 months pregnant

The mom-to-be competed in SEVEN grueling track + field events 18 weeks into her pregnancy.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life
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Life

Watch these babies see the world for the first time post-pandemic

#Pandemicbaby is my favorite thing on TikTok right now.

Updated Oct. 04, 2022
Life
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Safety

How to identify a riptide at the beach this summer

A Facebook post on riptide precautions has been going viral, and for good reason.

Updated Jun. 05, 2024
Safety, Parenting
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Parenting

How to keep up a Montessori routine while traveling

Ready to take a vacation but not to break your baby's Montessori routine? Read these tips from a Montessori expert.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022
Parenting
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Food

15 fun + easy summer recipes for kids

Looking for a boredom-busting summer activity? Check out these easy recipes for kids.

Updated Jun. 30, 2021
Food, Life
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Parenting

This mama just gets it: “Motherhood is freaking hard”

"There aren't any trophies in motherhood. We're all just doing the best we can, with what we have."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Parenting
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Adult

Daycare closures forced 600,000 moms to leave their jobs during the pandemic

Without reliable childcare, hundreds of thousands of women were forced to choose between their careers and their children.

Updated Oct. 17, 2021
Adult, Child, Covid, Life, News
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Safety

The overlooked safety issue parents need to know about

The House of Representatives just voted to pass legislation to make furniture safer for our kids.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
Safety, Life, News, Parenting
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Our Partners

A new parent’s ultimate guide to social media

Is it safe to post pictures of baby? What's okay to share and what's TMI?

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
Our Partners, Baby, Baby Health, Life, Parenting
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Toddler Shopping Guides

The best learning towers for independent toddlers

The more they can reach, the more they can help.

Updated Mar. 18, 2025
Toddler Shopping Guides, Toddler Learn & Play
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