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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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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Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
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Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
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Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
AI bots

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 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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Pack your rain boots—a Peppa Pig theme park is coming to Florida

We can confirm that yes, there WILL be muddy puddles.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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Mr. Potato Head is going gender-neutral with a new name—sort of

You'll still be able to buy a Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head. But come this fall, you'll also be able to buy a gender-neutral family set of Potato Heads.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 grown-up cartoons to watch after the kids go to sleep

These are just a little more sophisticated than Daniel Tiger.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This TikTok on virginity has gone viral for all the right reasons

"It does not change your worth, it does not change who you are"

Updated May. 20, 2022
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To my child, who keeps asking if there was a pandemic when I was little

"Was there germ-time when you were in kindergarten?"

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This mom’s simple parenting trick is going viral because it works every single time

Remember this one the next time your little one is inconsolable.

Updated Oct. 02, 2022
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19 adorable Easter pajamas for babies and kids that make egg-cellent egg hunt attire

From sweet baby zip-ups to cozy sets and even a few ear-laden rompers.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025
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​I wanted to believe that buying sperm was simple—it was anything but

Here's what I learned about choosing a sperm bank and a donor.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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You’re not imagining it: Mothers need friendships to thrive

Missing friends is another factor that makes this pandemic so hard on moms.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Age-appropriate chores, according to a Montessori expert

Practical life activities help children gain coordination and practice independence.

Updated Jun. 07, 2024
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10 fast and easy books to read even when you don’t have a ton of me time

These books are page-turners that will suck you in.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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‘Forest kindergarten’ gets kids outside and into nature

The trend is growing in popularity across the country—but what is it?

Updated Mar. 17, 2023
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This family found 5,000 Fentanyl pills inside their child’s thrift store toy

The parents got more than they bargained for when they bought a Glo Worm doll for their daughter.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I won’t parent the same way again after the pandemic is over

It's been a year of "wait and see".

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Focus on you

You've got a lot on your mind right now, but we're here to remind you that you deserve to be front and center. Lavish yourself with loving attention right now. Focus your energy on you. No matter what happens in the weeks to come, you are the star of this show—and we are totally star-struck by you.XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Wondering if you can eat something right now? Find out what foods to avoid in pregnancy (and probably start now, just in case!).

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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