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Toddler Learn & Play

Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Toddler Learn & Play, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler

Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Child Sleep

Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Child Sleep, Toddler Sleep

News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Motherly

7 signs your tween is asking for independence and how to honor it

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Children's Health, Teen, Teen Issues, Tweens

Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Taking care of each other isn't just charity. It's how we build power.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Health & Wellness

Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

Children's Health

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

That drop represents thousands of children who may never experience a life-threatening reaction.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

dog alerts mom about son's low blood sugar

Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

A thump at the door, a stare, and seconds later—Mom knows her son’s blood sugar is dropping. Ducky, their service dog, spotted it first

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Pregnancy

5 financial truths every mom should know before maternity leave

Maternity leave math is confusing, even when you have benefits. Here's facts that matter most and simple steps to take so your paycheck, premiums, and plans stay on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Pregnancy, Second Trimester

Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Kieran Culkin once wasn’t sure about having kids — now he and Jazz Charton are celebrating their third

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Troian Bellisario and Patrick J. Adams pregnancy announcement

Celebrity News

Troian Bellisario and Patrick J. Adams share they’re expecting baby No. 3—with a love letter to their future child

Patrick J. Adams’ heartfelt love letter to his unborn child perfectly captures the wonder, uncertainty, and endless love that comes with welcoming a baby

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Motherly

8 ways dads-to-be can truly show up during the third trimester

Eight concrete ways dads-to-be can show up in the third trimester. Learn warning signs, practice labor support and prep the fourth trimester. Practical, calm and evidence-based.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Pregnancy, Third Trimester

Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Troian Bellisario and Patrick J. Adams share they’re expecting baby No. 3—with a love letter to their future child

Patrick J. Adams’ heartfelt love letter to his unborn child perfectly captures the wonder, uncertainty, and endless love that comes with welcoming a baby

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Parenting

A teacher used a vase to explain grief to her fourth graders—and parents everywhere are learning from it

When Ryan Brazil told her students, “We make space for each other,” she offered a truth that extends well beyond her classroom.

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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

CDC expands pasta recall after 6 deaths: What parents need to know

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

parents concerned about youth online safety

News

McAfee report uncovers a new kind of ‘stranger danger’ and it’s closer than you think

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

boy signs to stranger for the first time

News

When a stranger signed to her son, this mom saw years of love and learning come full circle

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

A teacher used a vase to explain grief to her fourth graders—and parents everywhere are learning from it

When Ryan Brazil told her students, “We make space for each other,” she offered a truth that extends well beyond her classroom.

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

CDC expands pasta recall after 6 deaths: What parents need to know

The CDC has expanded a pasta recall tied to Listeria deaths—parents are urged to check their freezers now

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

News

McAfee report uncovers a new kind of ‘stranger danger’ and it’s closer than you think

Updated Nov. 04, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

Getting Pregnant

12 supportive phrases moms navigating surrogacy deserve to hear

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Surrogacy

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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.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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We started our curated This is: Birth film series to give representation to the many varied ways that women give birth. Shot by talented independent videographers, these birth films can be a resource for the expecting mama or anyone who is curious to see what birth really looks like.

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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Mama and mini outfits we can’t wait to rock this spring

From Easter celebrations to family photos, we've got your look on lock.

Updated Mar. 10, 2024

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Parenting

Mom 101: 10 ways to make diaper changes easier

8. Use distraction

Updated May. 19, 2022

Parenting, Baby

Baby

Not sure about cloth diapers? 4 reasons to consider a switch

Here's why so many moms swear by cloth diapers.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Baby, Parenting

two kids laying in bed- baby's sleep schedule

Real Sleep Stories from Real Mamas

5 lies I believed about sleep before I became a mom

We HAVE to get some sleep. Somehow.

Updated Dec. 22, 2022

Real Sleep Stories from Real Mamas, Parenting

Health & Wellness

It’s official! CDC says vaccinated grandparents can visit their grandkids

We still need to be very careful, but this is a big step.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Health & Wellness, Life

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Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

The REAL reason why ‘sleep when the baby sleeps’ doesn’t work for moms

I need little pockets of time to check in with myself and make sure that I am doing okay, too.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas, Baby Sleep Tips

Celebrity News

Meghan Markle shares pregnancy mental health crisis in Oprah interview

Updated Jan. 14, 2022

Celebrity News, Health & Wellness, Life, Mental Health, News

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

6 lies I believed about pumping before I had to exclusively pump

All my children were bottle fed, and I was very unprepared for it.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas, Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Celebrity News

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are having a baby girl!

The couple says their second child is a girl, and with her birth, their family will be complete.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

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Life

Ask Motherly: How do you help a breastfeeding baby take a bottle?

Motherly's co-founders offer game-changing, life-changing advice for nursing moms who want to introduce a bottle. (Because mama, we've been there).

Updated Dec. 20, 2022

Life

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Why does my breastfed baby want to feed SO frequently?

Number 14—Your baby is having a growth spurt.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby, Baby Feeding Tips, Parenting

News

Moms don’t feel represented in society. Motherly wants to change that

Our annual State of Motherhood survey is about giving a voice to a generation of mothers and making sure we all feel seen.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

News

pregnant black woman sitting on the edge of a hospital bed

Women's Health

Black, pregnant, and suffering from asthma? What you need to know

And how the Momnibus Act is aiming to provide resources.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Life, Pregnancy

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Baby Names

50 baby names inspired by women who have changed the course of history

Raise a trailblazer.

Updated Feb. 23, 2024

Baby Names

Life

This lawmaker voted against kindergarten funding: it makes it ‘easier for mothers to come out of the home’

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life, News

News

This plan to get moms paid for their work is gaining steam

Over 100 prominent celebrities have already signed on to support The Marshall Plan For Moms. Now, Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tammy Duckworth have introduced a resolution supporting the plan.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

News, Career & Money