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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
Morning sickness research

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
Diwali

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 2025
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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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Mama who took bar exam while in labor finds out she passed: ‘I took part of the exam sitting on towels’

"The midwives and nurses were so invested in helping me not only become a mom but also a lawyer," said Hill.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022
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The coziest maternity sweaters that exist are on sale right now 🙌

Snatch one up before they're gone.

Updated Dec. 08, 2020
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I thought 2020 would be the year I got everything I wanted

Now I know it's the year I appreciate everything I have.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Gained weight during the pandemic? Yeah, we all have

This article is the warm, non-judgmental hug you need.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Our favorite viral good news stories of 2020

Here are a few of the good news headlines we loved in 2020.

Updated Dec. 08, 2020
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Her 53-year-old mom became her surrogate, then she got pregnant, too

Now this family has welcomed two baby girls less than two months apart.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
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Why Kristen Bell + Dax Shepard are honest with their kids about Santa

But it hasn't diminished the magic of Christmas in their home.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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It’s our birthday! Motherly turns 5 today!

You've got this. And we've got you.

Updated May. 03, 2023
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Jeanette on getting help for postpartum depression, anxiety and intrusive thoughts

"My husband did the majority of the childcare and while it killed me to see the exhaustion and worry in his eyes, I just didn’t care enough to help."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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We created an at-home movie theater for our toddler (and it was so easy)

If we can't go to the movies, then we'll have the movies come to us with an at-home movie theater.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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This is the ornament I didn’t know I needed this holiday season

There's nothing more precious and more fleeting than tiny footprints.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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We were quarantining with our son way before the pandemic

During the first year of his life, a simple cold could have become a serious problem for him. So we made our world small.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Having kids can boost your happiness, help you find meaning in life

Science proves what we already know, mamas.

Updated Dec. 07, 2020
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Here’s how you can watch The Nutcracker in 2020

This holiday season, you can watch the Christmas classic from the comfort of your own home.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Study: More than one-third of children with COVID-19 are asymptomatic

New study suggests reported COVID-19 cases are "likely just the tip of the iceberg."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Bekah Martinez is speaking out about mom-shamers and it’s something we all need to hear

The reality star isn't afraid to make the uncommon choice, and she spoke to Motherly about how she makes it all work.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
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Former kindergarten teammates debut on the U.S. women’s national soccer team together

The star athletes went from being kindergarten teammates to playing together for Team USA

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These 5 things make exclusively pumping way more doable

I learned enough from my years of pumping to create this must-have list.

Updated Mar. 14, 2022
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