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’90s summers were the best summers—here’s how to recreate the magic

When we talk about the summers of our youth, we often do so with the wistful sigh of nostalgia. We want our kids to experience that same magic. And they can.

Updated Jun. 05, 2024

Motherly Stories

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Career & Money

Summer break is costing parents more than just time—here’s how debt is becoming the new normal for child care

“As much as they’d love to take a bunch of time off during the summer to spend with their kids, that just isn’t a realistic thing for most Americans…"

Updated Jul. 24, 2025

Career & Money, Work & Motherhood

Style

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

Style, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

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News

Most premature baby ever born celebrates his first birthday

“We’re incredibly proud of how far Nash has come.”

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Midwives could cut maternal deaths nearly in half—this new data shows what’s standing in the way

Updated Jul. 08, 2025

News, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Parenting

How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025

Parenting, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness

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

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health

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Health & Wellness

“I just remember crying”: JWoww shares the airport moment with her son that changed everything

"We were sitting in TSA, and he decided he didn’t like that. He ripped my glasses off, broke them, and head-butted me."

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Celebrity News, Mental Health, News

Health & Wellness

JWoww’s postpartum psychosis journey inspired a haunting film—because no one believed her

"Whether it's real or not, it's real to that person," she said.

Updated Jul. 02, 2025

Health & Wellness, Celebrity News, Mental Health, News

Health & Wellness

Dad’s mental health in the first two years has a lasting impact on kids, new study shows

“The association between paternal mental illness and poorer child development was robust.”

Updated Jun. 27, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

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Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

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. 25, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, Fertility Prep More, Getting Pregnant, Journey

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy

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News

When your poolside snack is interrupted by a surprise guest (and no one knows who’s more startled)

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

The hilarious lunch order that sums up firstborn vs. secondborn vibes

“CHICKEN CHICKEN AND CHICKEN!”

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Finally, a law that gets it: Washington requires changing tables in all public restrooms

Washington's new law, passed by the state legislature and signed by Governor Jay Inslee, requires all new public buildings to install baby changing stations in every restroom: men’s, women’s, and gender-neutral.

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Baby, Parenting

Health & Wellness

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.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

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.”

Viral & Trending

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.

News

Khloé Kardashian sparks debate about nannies—and why moms still feel so judged

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Celebrity News

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News

Parents can’t get enough of this baby’s ‘Jurassic’ phase—here’s why it’s actually kind of genius

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Most premature baby ever born celebrates his first birthday

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Finally, a law that gets it: Washington requires changing tables in all public restrooms

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Baby, Parenting

Parenting

Your odds of having a boy or girl might not be 50/50—here’s what affects it

For families raising all boys or all girls, this might offer a scientific explanation.

Updated Jul. 23, 2025

Parenting, Baby, Birth, Life

Parenting

She left the family vacation five days early—what happened next reignited a parenting firestorm

When one mom shared she tapped out of her family vacation five days early, it felt instantly recognizable.

Updated Jul. 23, 2025

Parenting, Life

Parenting

5 million backyard pools recalled after fatal child drownings—what parents need to know

Certain above-ground pools from Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup are being recalled due to a safety issue linked to multiple child drownings. Here’s what families should check—and how to get a free fix.

Updated Jul. 23, 2025

Parenting, Safety

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

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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Celebrity News

Fans say Lena Dunham’s new plus-size clothing line isn’t as inclusive as it should be

People are questioning the affordability and inclusivity of Lena Dunham's new capsule collection.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Celebrity News, Life, News

Child Shopping Guide

6 ideas for indoor gardening with kids

Turns out, you don't need a backyard to teach your child the benefits of gardening.

Updated Jun. 07, 2022

Child Shopping Guide, Child Learn & Play

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Toddler Shopping Guides

8 Montessori-inspired bath toys that turn bath time into a learning experience

Even bath time can be an enriching experience for kids.

Updated Aug. 08, 2023

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Celebrity News

Chrissy Teigen’s mom is dedicating her cookbook to her late grandson

Chrissy Teigen's late son, Jack, will be honored in the most beautiful way by his grandmother.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

Food

Here’s what you need to know about the impending ketchup shortage

Does your kid love ketchup? You'll want to read this.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Food, Life

Parenting

How to keep your kids safe online

Knowledge and open communication go a long way.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Parenting

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Motherhood Understood

Cath on experiencing postpartum depression as a mental health professional

After my son was born, all I wanted was sleep. But I was scared of closing my eyes for fear of something happening to him during that time. I couldn’t shut my mind off from all the irrational thoughts running through it.

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

Motherhood Understood

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

These are the nutrients your child needs for optimal brain development, according to a developmental neurobiologist

Your baby's first three years are critical for brain development.

Updated Mar. 29, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips, Nutrition

Meal Planning & Shopping

I made the viral baked feta pasta for my toddler and this is what happened

TikTok loves it, but what about little kids?

Updated Feb. 04, 2022

Meal Planning & Shopping, Food, Life, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Nutrition

Celebrity News

Maren Morris slams ‘snap back’ culture + it’s something every mom should hear

"The pressure we put on mothers to 'snap back' is insurmountable and deeply troublesome," the country star says.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

Celebrity News

A fond farewell to the Duke of Hastings, Regé-Jean Page

Thanks for getting me through my pandemic funk.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022

Celebrity News, Entertainment, Life, News, What To Watch

Parenting

This mom became an autism awareness advocate during the pandemic

"I found that sharing my story with others was incredibly healing."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Parenting

Celebrity News

Katy Perry’s new mom confession is so relatable

The new mom is changing up her grooming routine to make more time for her baby.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

Parenting

American parents are among the most burnt out in the world, a new study says

One researcher behind the study is imploring moms and dads to stop trying to be "the perfect parent."

Updated Aug. 26, 2022

Parenting, Mental Health

Life

The basketball coach and mama who pumped breastmilk during the NCAA Championship is inspiring us all

"For those of you who think this is too much information," sideline reporter Holly Rowe said, "I'm just gonna tell you this: let's normalize working mothers and all that they have to do to make it all happen."

Updated Aug. 30, 2022

Life, News, Viral & Trending