PCOS has a new name. It’s about time.
This month, after more than a decade of advocacy and input from over 14,000 patients and health professionals, polycystic ovary syndrome officially got a new name.
I tested the only FDA-approved OTC bladder leak solution at trampoline class. It passed.
One in three women experience urinary incontinence postpartum. Most just live with it. They don't have to.
If you’ve lost yourself in motherhood, there’s a name for what you’re feeling
We hand new mothers a narrative about the happiest time of their lives, and then act baffled when they feel alone in ways they can't explain
The lake towns that are basically mini Hamptons (without the price tag)
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PCOS has a new name. It’s about time.
This month, after more than a decade of advocacy and input from over 14,000 patients and health professionals, polycystic ovary syndrome officially got a new name.
If you’ve lost yourself in motherhood, there’s a name for what you’re feeling
We hand new mothers a narrative about the happiest time of their lives, and then act baffled when they feel alone in ways they can't explain
A neuroscientist explains how to finally quiet mom guilt
A leading neuroscientist explains why that relentless voice isn't your fault—and what you can actually do about it.
Tick season 2026 is the worst in years—here’s how to actually protect your kids, according to an expert
From backyards to playgrounds, ticks are showing up in places parents don't expect. A physician-founder breaks down what's different this year, how to do a real tick check, and what to do if you find one.
What skincare actually matters in your 20s and 30s, according to an esthetician
An expert breaks down what’s worth your time, money, and energy — and what isn’t.
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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Science says morning sickness could mean you’re having a girl
The old wives' tale turns out to have some real data behind it.
732K people watched this weird pregnancy cravings Thread go viral. Here’s the science behind why it hit so hard.
The line between "my body is speaking" and "I might need a blood test" is thinner than you think.
Cameron Rogers wants you to know you’re not the only one googling “WTF is happening to my body” at 2 A.M.
We sat down with Cameron to talk about what it feels like to share your body's most radical transformation while you're still in it.
12 common questions about pregnancy yoga, answered by experts
Prenatal yoga can be a steady anchor through every trimester. Here are clear, confidence-boosting answers to the questions parents ask most, so you can practice safely and feel good in your changing body.
Parents spend 3 days building a rainbow ice igloo, transforming yard into a winter wonderland
This is a masterclass in snow-day parenting.
6-Year-Old Stuns Mom with Heartfelt Valentine’s Day Gesture
Modeling small acts of kindness for kids can make all the difference.
Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents
Rebel Wilson announces she and Ramona Agruma are expecting baby No. 2
8 working moms share how they find work-life balance
Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave
Raising kids in the age of AI doesn’t have to feel like doom. Here’s why.
Civil rights attorney, Google alum, and mom of four Michele Jawando makes the case that parents are the most powerful force in shaping what AI becomes for the next generation.
1 in 5 moms are going hungry so their kids don’t have to
According to a nationwide poll, moms across the country are struggling to feed their families, and making sacrifices no mother should ever have to make.
The case for “good enough” parenting: Why doing less might be the smartest move you make
A growing number of families are loosening their grip in the name of sanity.
More than half of girls are scared of adulthood. As a mom, I get it — and I refuse to let that be the end of the story.
New data from Girl Scouts of the USA confirms what many of us feel in our bones: growing up feels terrifying right now. Here’s what we can actually do about it.
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A pep talk for pregnant mamas from a doula—you can do this
This is a historic moment. YOU are the women giving birth to babies born during a global pandemic. YOU are superheroes.
How should I modify my workouts while pregnant?
According to a personal trainer.
11 summer toy deals to snag on Amazon Prime Day
Because what's a backyard without a (discounted) bounce house?
13 craft supplies under $20 we’re buying on Amazon Prime right now
To keep your kiddos busy + happy for hours.
10 real truths about the Fourth Trimester, mama
2. You are not going to enjoy every minute, and that's okay.
Swelling in pregnancy—why it happens and when to worry
Swelling, also called edema, in pregnancy is incredibly common—and usually not a cause for worry.
Your postpartum recovery kit: Feel your best after a vaginal birth
Here’s what you need to know to have the best possible postpartum recovery
Ask Motherly: My newborn cries whenever I’m not holding them—what do I do?
When you've got a 'velcro baby,' the struggle is so real.
It’s 2022, but for American mothers, it’s still the 1950s
Once a woman in America becomes a mother, our society transports her back in time. In an instant, generations of sexist ideas and structures descend back upon her.
Khloe Kardashian talks about the challenges of surrogacy amid wanting more kids
"I thought it would be a much easier process. And it's not. It's challenging for me."
Bindi Irwin announces social media break to protect her mental health
The new mom to 12-week-old Grace says she needs "some time to focus on the happiness that is my family."
Katy Perry shares video of Orlando Bloom serenading her in the delivery room
The pop star shared the never-before-seen video in a sweet Father's Day post dedicated to her fiancé.
Prime Day isn’t the only sale in town: Target Deal Days are here
We've got you covered with all the savings, mama.
This mama reminds us that motherhood can be lonely, but we’re not alone
"I'll forever be grateful to this mama for helping me nourish my baby and helping me get through one of the hardest times of my life. "
Meghan Markle celebrates ‘The Bench’ for showing ‘another side of masculinity’
The Duchess of Sussex hopes readers see her debut children's book as 'a love story.'
World’s most premature baby, given 0% odds of survival, celebrates first birthday
Baby Richard weighed less than a pound when he was born 131 days premature.
How to advocate for yourself at medical appointments
If you feel your voice isn't being heard or there is refusal to hear and answer your questions, it's time to get a new doctor.
Are my pregnancy cravings normal? A dietician explains what you should know
Your cravings might be your body's way of telling you something.
The best foods to support your postpartum recovery
We're breaking down your nutrition needs for those first few weeks postpartum.