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Microplastics in a plate

Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Updated Jul. 11, 2025
Nordstrom Sale

23 Motherly-approved deals from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

We browsed everything so you don't have to, and rounded up a selection of products we're more than willing to pay full price for.

Updated Jul. 14, 2025
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New mom compares postpartum in a Mexican vs. American household—and the difference is everything

She opens up about the stark contrast between her American mother’s approach to postpartum and that of her Mexican mother-in-law, and how that difference reshaped her understanding of what new mothers truly need.

Updated Jul. 11, 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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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
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Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
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A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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“It can feel thankless—but it’s a really important job”: Chris Pratt on the emotional weight of stepparenting

“Stepparenting is extra confusing because you aren’t a parent, you’re not a nanny, you’re not an assistant.”

Updated Jul. 16, 2025
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A neighbor, a hose, and a group of kids—this summer scene is melting hearts across the internet

In a world of curated family vacations and $500 birthday parties, this video gave us something far more precious.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025
Uterine transplant

A mom donated her uterus to help another woman carry a baby—now they’ve met the child they made possible

Sara had donated her uterus so that Emma, who was born without one, could experience pregnancy.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025
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Going on a cruise this summer? 7 safety tips every parent should know before setting sail

The best time to talk about cruise rules? Before the ocean is involved.

Updated Jul. 09, 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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8 great Montessori climbing toys for your little mountaineer

Climbing is one of the most fun exercises for kids–and they can do it safely at home!

Updated Aug. 01, 2023
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Arlo The Alligator Boy’s Bertie is the plus-size character I needed as a kid

As a parent and as a fat woman, I was instantly drawn to Bertie.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Gal Gadot shares her daughters’ reactions to finding out she was pregnant

Her oldest daughter Alma was less than thrilled with the news.

Updated Jan. 27, 2022
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Jordana Brewster opens up about infertility, surrogacy and her path to parenthood

The "Fast & Furious" actress is teaming up with Clearblue to normalize the conversation around conception.

Updated Jan. 05, 2022
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Whitney Cummings wants to change the way we talk about vaginas

She's partnered with Annovera birth control, and we got an exclusive video interview to learn more.

Updated May. 03, 2023
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The verdict is in, but it doesn’t change my reality

There's still so much work to be done.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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4 foods I never thought would pass as dinner until I became a parent

An excerpt from the newly-released Modern Mom Probs by Tara Clark.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Climate change harms moms and babies—but we can do something about it right now

Climate change is a factor in worsening Black maternal health, but there's a solution.

Updated Apr. 04, 2022
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It’s official: the CDC says you don’t have to wipe everything down

And if you're cleaning with disinfectants, the practice may actually cause more harm than good.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Emilia Clarke has written a comic book with a single mom superhero

"We're always calling mothers superheroes, and I'm like, what if they were? What if they legitimately were superheroes?"

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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8 things I want you to know about infertility

It's important to normalize infertility challenges.

Updated Mar. 28, 2022
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4 lies I believed about morning sickness—before I had it myself

If you've never had morning sickness before, here's the DL on what it's really like.

Updated Nov. 04, 2022
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This multi-functional nightlight is a bedtime must-have

The Hatch Baby Rest light and sound machine will solve bedtime issues for babies, toddlers, and big kids.

Updated Apr. 19, 2022
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Chrissy Teigen says Meghan Markle reached out to her after the loss of her son Jack

She also talks about what Meghan Markle is really like in real life.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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There’s a new push to ban the sale of crib bumpers

What you need to know to keep your baby safe, mama.

Updated Apr. 21, 2021
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The one recipe I actually inherited from my mom: the sick kid meal

We tend to turn to the same foods to serve our sick kids as our own parents did.

Updated Dec. 16, 2021
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President Biden spoke to George Floyd’s daughter following yesterday’s guilty verdict

"Daddy did change the world," Biden told Gianna Floyd.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Omsom’s spice packs saved my dinner routine—and possibly my marriage

Salt and pepper was the extent of my food seasoning—and it was kind of a problem.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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15 great children’s books about the environment to read for Earth Day

Help your little ones save the planet this Earth Day.

Updated Apr. 22, 2025
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