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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
Mother's touch explained

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
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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
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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

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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Soon To Be Dads

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
Things To Know About C-Sections

10 things seasoned moms want you to know about C-sections

Ten mom-tested truths about C-sections, backed by leading medical guidance, to help you plan your birth, advocate in the OR and recover with confidence.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
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New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025
Charlie Puth

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 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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State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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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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Shay Mitchell is ‘nervous’ to have baby #2 for mental health reasons

The actress is getting candid about her desire to give her daughter a sibling—and the major fear that's affecting her decision to have another baby.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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Halsey slams speculation about her pregnancy

"Why is it ok to speculate and pass judgment about fertility?" asked the pregnant singer.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Cassandra on surviving a traumatic birth followed by PPD during a pandemic

How would she fare without me if I got sick? And even worse–what if she got sick?

Updated Feb. 01, 2023
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This ‘Home-Office’ playset is going viral, and honestly, we are here for it

Kids like to pretend play by imitating their parents, why not give them a toy that allows them to do exactly that?

Updated Mar. 01, 2021
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Johnson & Johnson plans to test its newly approved vaccine in infants

As the United States begins distribution of a third COVID-19 vaccine, Johnson & Johnson is planning expanded clinical trials that include infants and pregnant women.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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