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California just drew a line in the sand on AI and kids—here’s why it matters everywhere

California’s new AI law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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Turns out running with your stroller might actually protect your body more than you think

Think stroller runs are risky? A new study shows they may actually protect your joints and reduce injury risk—yes, running with baby can be smart

Updated Oct. 15, 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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Stanford research reveals the powerful role of a mother’s voice in premature babies’ development

Every story, song, or word helps their brain connect language and emotion in ways that last well beyond infancy.

Updated Oct. 17, 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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TikTok video shows why a mother hasn’t moved her daughter’s shoes in three years — and the grief behind them

A mother’s daughter left her shoes in the same spot three years ago — and she hasn’t moved them since, finding comfort and connection in the midst of grief.

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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The simple restaurant rule this dad swears by—and the surprising skill it’s teaching his kids

This dad’s simple “restaurant rule” is going viral for teaching kids confidence, empathy, and social skills—one order at a time

Updated Oct. 16, 2025
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Beyond ‘gentle’: How today’s parents are blending parenting styles—and breaking cycles

Modern parents aren’t following just one style anymore. From cycle-breaking to gentle parenting, they’re blending approaches

Updated Oct. 16, 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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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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Dan Levy wishes every dad was as supportive as Eugene Levy

"I've never had to prove myself, I've never had to explain myself," he says.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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‘Dear Santa’: Little girl’s heartfelt letter is making us

All she wants is for Santa to make the world "go back to normal!"

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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In praise of elastic-waist pants—the one good thing about 2020

It took a pandemic for me to be able to admit it, but elastic-waist pants rule.

Updated Dec. 04, 2020
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My 5-year-old understands Elliot Page’s story

And so does Netflix—the company updated Page's credits across the service this week.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Cannabis bill passes congress, but pregnant + nursing women should avoid it

The federal prohibition on cannabis may be ending but this is just the beginning of researching the drug's impact on pregnancy + breastfeeding.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The new top baby names for 2020​

According to BabyNames.com

Updated Jun. 17, 2022
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Mom rage is a symptom of a much deeper problem

Mom rage is a symptom of how much we expect from mothers—and how little we support them in that work.

Updated Oct. 26, 2022
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Motherly Timeless Furniture Collection Giveaway

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Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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To my unborn child

The English language refers to the incident as a "miscarriage." The Filipino and Bicol languages, on the other hand, labeled me as a woman with an unborn child, as "nakunan/nakuanan." These roughly translate into "someone from whom something was taken away."

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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