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A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
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What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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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
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Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
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Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 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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Your family could stay in the iconic toy store FAO Schwarz

It is partnering with AirBnB this holiday season.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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To the woman forced to become a SAHM because of the pandemic—I see you

I, too, am grieving a loss of self that I clawed and bled and fought to earn as a working mother in this society—an identity that seemingly disappeared overnight, largely without my consent.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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6 gifts that will spark your child’s curiosity about the world

A gift that sparks a child's curiosity is a gift that keeps on giving.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
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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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