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This nutritionist couldn’t find clean supplements for her neurodivergent son, so she made her own

How one nutritionist's kitchen experiments became a mission to help other parents.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025
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The 8 a.m. toddler birthday party that’s winning over exhausted parents

When she invited guests to an 8 a.m. birthday breakfast, she wasn’t sure how it would land. But the idea quickly went viral on Instagram.

Updated Aug. 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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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 just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 25, 2025
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Tiny British toddler speaks with American accent after watching Ms Rachel

or Bea, hours of Ms Rachel’s bright, clear pronunciation meant her first words came out with an American twang.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Her dad skipped a White House meeting to catch her skipping school—now the internet’s obsessed

From lying to sneaking out, Ashley admits she “literally tried it all the time” but could rarely get away with it.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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Dad charges his 6-year-old rent—what parents are saying might surprise you

A dad calmly asks his daughter for $3 in rent and $1 for utilities, setting the stage for a monthly tradition that’s part parenting lesson, part playful game.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
Birthday party

The 8 a.m. toddler birthday party that’s winning over exhausted parents

When she invited guests to an 8 a.m. birthday breakfast, she wasn’t sure how it would land. But the idea quickly went viral on Instagram.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025
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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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24 simple activities to help prepare your child for preschool

Help your child feel more confident in preschool by practicing these essential skills at home.

Updated Apr. 17, 2024
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We’re facing a massive childcare shortage—and women of color are paying the price

Sixty percent of businesses in the childcare industry are minority-owned, but historically these workers are vastly underpaid and under appreciated. As Motherly reported last year, on average, America's childcare workers make less than Amazon delivery drivers.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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This is why moms feel so numb right now

In March we were scared. In April we were stressed. In May we were tired. By June, we were exhausted. And now, in July, we are numb.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Quarantine bubbles can help fight loneliness

But to limit coronavirus risk, they have to be done right.

Updated Jan. 03, 2022
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To my friend who just had a miscarriage: This is what I want you to know

You carried life, mama. I hope you will learn to trust your body again one day.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 celebrity dads who prove fathers aren’t babysitters—they’re parents

Dads spend three times as much time with their kids than previous generations.

Updated Jul. 17, 2020
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We eat about a credit card’s worth of plastic every week

And other things we learned from our chat with Blueland's founder.

Updated Dec. 28, 2021
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6 tips to safely get back to the playground during the pandemic

Plus, how to know whether it's safe to go or not.

Updated Nov. 30, 2021
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How to reclaim your sex drive after baby 🔥

A sexologist gives us the lowdown on our latest MotherlyLive.

Updated Feb. 16, 2022
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Here’s how families can adapt from two incomes to one

Whether the change was planned or unexpected, these 6 steps can make the transition to one income less stressful.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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9 open-ended toys that won’t clash with your decor, mama

And they'll love them as much as you do.

Updated Dec. 20, 2022
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Parenting in shifts has been our coping strategy during quarantine

My partner and I take turns in taking care of our kids, and it's taught me even more about parenting in the long term.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Glennon Doyle on Imperfect Motherhood, Giving Yourself Grace and Raising Wild Children

Host Liz Tenety kicks off Season 4 of the podcast with an interview with Glennon Doyle, New York Times bestselling author, philanthropist, and mother of three. Glennon talks about her latest book, Untamed, her relationship with her wife, soccer icon Abby Wambach, and why we need to reframe how we talk about step-parenting. Glennon also reads an excerpt from her book.

Updated Jun. 29, 2023
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This is how a teacher really feels about schools reopening

It's hard not to agree with her.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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