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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
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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
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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Most premature baby ever born celebrates his first birthday

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

Updated Jul. 25, 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. 25, 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
Girl or boy

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
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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
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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
a baby looking at a drawer for nicotine pouches

This common household item poisoned thousands of toddlers—and the risk is still rising

Most cases involved toddlers under 2 years old, and more than 98% occurred in the home.

Updated Jul. 21, 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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What is the child tax credit? What parents need to know in 2021​

And what's the difference between the child tax credit and a dependent credit?

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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Grandma, we desperately miss you

A year into the pandemic, my family is profoundly feeling their grandparents' absence.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Katherine Heigl changed her mind about having more kids because of the pandemic

She's not alone: the COVID baby boom is looking more like a baby bust.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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TikTok’s “tell me your child is pooping without telling me” challenge is cracking us up

We can't get enough of the little grunts and groans

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Dr. Seuss’s family members disagree on whether to pull problematic books from sale

Like much of America, the two stepdaughters of Dr. Seuss have differing opinions on the decision to stop selling six of his most controversial books.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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12 women-owned businesses that make life easier for mamas

And you can find them all in the Motherly Shop!

Updated Feb. 16, 2022
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Ashley Graham gets hilariously real about her postpartum baby hairs

We love it when Ashley Graham keeps things real. Very real.

Updated Nov. 21, 2022
Hatch Belly Oil

The HATCH Mama collection is everything your pregnant body needs right now

Their oil is the only thing that stopped my belly from itching as it grew bigger.

Updated Aug. 03, 2021
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Did COVID impact your finances in 2020? Here’s what you can do about your taxes

From payment plans to free tax help, here are some options you might have.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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NBC News’ Hallie Jackson wants the world to know how hard it is to be a mom in the pandemic

The news correspondent became a new mom last year and knows the struggles firsthand.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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President Biden: Teachers must be prioritized for vaccines—right away

The push is all about treating educators like the essential workers they are.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Feeling abandoned by her kids’ school district amid the pandemic, this mom became her children’s champion

This California mother is sharing her journey to getting her three children the services they need during the pandemic.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Katharine McPhee was scared she’d relapse into disordered eating during pregnancy​​

The singer says it was her "biggest challenge" during her pregnancy.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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3 lies about my postpartum body I’ve tried hard to unlearn

Let's just stop collectively talking about mothers getting their bodies "back."

Updated Feb. 21, 2023
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Happy birthday, COVID baby

It was just a few weeks before your birth when the whole world changed.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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Your breast growth in pregnancy might predict your baby’s sex

Plus, here's how your baby's sex impacts your breast milk composition.

Updated Dec. 21, 2022
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Why this midwife never says ‘natural birth’

I refuse to tell someone who has just given birth that their experience was anything less than a breathtaking feat of nature.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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6 Dr. Seuss books won’t be published anymore because of racist images

"These books portray people in ways that are hurtful and wrong," said Dr. Seuss Enterprises.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
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