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Child Learn & Play

Body language expert shares 3 simple ways to raise socially skilled kids

Updated Oct. 06, 2025

Child Learn & Play

Postpartum

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

Postpartum, News

Grandparents & Extended Families

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

Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships

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Work & Motherhood

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

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 06, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast

Health & Wellness

Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

Viral & Trending

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

Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, News

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Grandparents & Extended Families

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships

Viral & Trending

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

Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy

Work & Motherhood

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

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Got questions about the Covid vaccine for kids? Here’s a helpful FAQ for parents

Experts answer your biggest questions about Covid vaccines for kids 5 to 11.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

8 working moms share how they find work-life balance

“I set the boundary to focus separately on family and work. My inbox is never empty, but I make sure my computer and iPad are away so I’m not tempted to look at them.”

Viral & Trending

Mom goes viral on TikTok for data presentation showing reality of maternity leave

In a viral TikTok, this mom uses data visualization to show just how hard maternity leave is.

Parenting

Mom lets grandparents break the rules—and it’s winning hearts online

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Motherly

Mom loses her patience—but what she does next is teaching parents everywhere

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Motherly, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Grandparents & Extended Families

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

Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships

Parenting

Mom lets grandparents break the rules—and it’s winning hearts online

When it comes to childcare, sometimes letting grandparents do their thing is the best parenting hack

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

e. And a 9-year-old teacher whose mantra—“It takes process”—is turning everyday lessons into heartwarming TikTok magic.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This classroom chant about “private parts” is stirring debate—but experts say it may save lives

How we talk about body boundaries matters as much as what we say.

Updated Oct. 07, 2025

Parenting, News, Safety, Viral & Trending

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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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Life

No, wearing a mask is not ‘overreacting’ about coronavirus

Now that the surge has passed in NYC, wearing a mask doesn't feel like we're overreacting. In fact, quite the opposite.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

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Parenting

These virtual camps will keep kids busy all summer 🙌

From 2 to 18, there's something for every age.

Updated Jun. 25, 2020

Parenting

Child Shopping Guide

This screen-free activity is saving our summer 🙌

Last weekend we stumbled upon an activity that's an instant hit for the whole family.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

Child Shopping Guide, Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

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Baby Shopping Guide

The stylish accessory every mama with a teething baby needs

As a mama who's cruised through this phase a few times already and made it to the other side, I've realized there's nothing more appreciated than a friend who says "I see you, and it gets easier. I promise."

Updated Jul. 25, 2022

Baby Shopping Guide, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Covid

As a mother, I’m asking, can you please wear a mask?

My 4-year-old has adapted. It's time for grown-ups to do it, too.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022

Covid, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life, Motherly Stories

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Pregnancy

Arielle Charnas + Katrina Scott speak publicly about their pregnancy losses

These celebrities are helping others experiencing pregnancy loss.

Updated Jun. 25, 2020

Pregnancy

Miscarriage & Loss

Arielle Charnas of Something Navy brings attention to ectopic pregnancies

The mom of two recently opened up about her ectopic pregnancy.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

Miscarriage & Loss, Celebrity News, Getting Pregnant, Life, News, Pregnancy

Adult

COVID-19 has made moms even more committed to breastfeeding, says new survey

And when moms return to the office employers will need to be prepared.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Adult, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Covid, Health & Wellness, Life, Parenting

Adoption

Adoption is complicated—and the Myka Stauffer controversy proves it

It was a feel good story. Until it turned into a cautionary tale.

Updated Aug. 07, 2024

Adoption, Adopt & Foster & Surrogacy, Pregnancy

Postpartum

How I’m working through my PPD during quarantine

Am I still a great mother because I am sad? Yes, I am. And so are you.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022

Postpartum, Health & Wellness, Life, Mental Health, Motherly Stories, Pregnancy

Children's Health

8 changes family dentists offices are making as states reopen

Here's what to expect at your child's first dental checkup post-shutdown.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022

Children's Health, Child, Child, Covid, Health & Wellness, Life, Parenting

Meal Planning & Shopping

7 delicious (and easy!) grilling recipes your entire family will devour

Plus plant-based + allergy friendly meals.

Updated Mar. 07, 2022

Meal Planning & Shopping, Food, Life

Child Learn & Play

25+ board games your entire family will love playing together

Here are the best family board games to play with your kids, according to Instagram mamas.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022

Child Learn & Play, Child, Entertainment, Life, Parenting

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Life

This (free!) book helps kids with autism understand mask-wearing

"Once we talk about it in a non-scary way, it will become more normalized and cause less anxiety, Tuchel explained on her website. "So, here is a free story to help us and our children."

Updated Feb. 04, 2022

Life, Child, Children's Health, Covid, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, What To Read

Taxes

Is preschool tuition tax-deductible?

The answer to the tax question on every preschooler-parent's mind is here.

Updated Dec. 20, 2022

Taxes, Career & Money, Life

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8 natural skincare products you need to know about, mama

Here are some of our favorites for both baby + mama.

Updated Jun. 24, 2020

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Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

5 essential products for summer breastfeeding

The boob sweat is real, mama.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips, Baby Shopping Guide

Parenting

The baby milestones app no one talks about

Milestones made me happy. Hour by hour, I received pings on everything from the ideal growth of my baby, to expected changes in my body, to birth preparation, and beyond.

Updated Oct. 01, 2024

Parenting, Baby, Baby Milestones