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New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
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A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 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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Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
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French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025
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Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025
AI bots

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal. 

Updated Sep. 08, 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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These are the posts you need to see on Latina Equal Pay Day

It's time to close the pay gap between Latinas and their white male counterparts. Now.

Updated Oct. 29, 2020

14 science-backed ways to lower SIDS risk in babies

Sleep expert Dr. Harvey Karp breaks down the SIDS basics every parent needs to know.

Updated Oct. 29, 2020
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Cameron Diaz on having a baby at 47: ‘You really have to work hard for it’

"The only pressure for me now is I have to live to be, like, 107, you know? No pressure!"

Updated Sep. 19, 2022
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Alyssa Milano says ‘love is the baseline’ for her parenting + politics

And she wants the United States government to love women back.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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In 2020, American mothers got the message: The government doesn’t care about you

While moms always have everyone else's back, they found out this year that nobody has theirs.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Actress and activist Alyssa Milano on working mothers and modern activism

To kick-off Season 5 of the podcast, Liz speaks with actress, activist, and author Alyssa Milano about her #metoo tweet that helped to ignite a movement, how she learned to let things roll off her back, and why she's so passionate about helping working mothers. Alyssa also talked about her COVID-19 diagnosis in March and shared how her children's clear-eyed views of the world inspire her.

Updated Jun. 29, 2023
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Just let your kids eat all the Halloween candy

A nutritionist explains why it's okay for kids to eat candy.

Updated Oct. 18, 2023
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Another Vanderpump Rules pregnancy proves that pregnancy can be contagious

Congratulations to Bravo's mamas-to-be. We can't wait to see who announces a pregnancy next.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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Ask Motherly: Do you have any quarantine date night ideas?

Like you, Motherly's co-founders have also spent the last several months with their spouses 24/7…but they still have *seriously* good ideas for at-home date night.

Updated Oct. 28, 2020
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I remember this feeling—what it’s like to be pregnant the second time around

I know what to expect—and that's both a joy and a challenge.

Updated Jan. 04, 2023
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It’s science: You’ve got a slacker boob

No need to worry if one breast produces less milk than the other—your baby is still getting enough.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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‘You could be the reason someone else is still alive today’ is the pandemic message we all need to hear

Everyone experiencing pandemic fatigue needs to read this viral post.

Updated Oct. 27, 2020
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Chrissy Teigen opens up on losing her baby: ‘Our grief was so public’

"He just wouldn't survive this, and if it went on any longer, I might not either."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Emily Ratajkowski is expecting a child—and she’s not talking about the gender

"I don't like that we force gender-based preconceptions onto people, let alone babies," she writes.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Kayleigh on her anxiety about giving birth during a pandemic

"My anxiety levels were already high, but not knowing what could happen was making it worse."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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