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It’s science: It’s natural for your kids to feel anxiety right now—but it’s temporary

Here's what you can do to make it better, mama.

Getting enough sleep is more important than ever

Being quarantined and unexpectedly homeschooling is adding even more to the mental load of motherhood. Here's how to get rest, mama.

I’ve worked from home for years—here’s what keeps me productive

What's your go-to WFH product?

These viral comics perfectly capture the reality of life for parents during quarantine

And what they're reminding us mostly is that we're all in this strange "new normal" together.

5 facts about our progress to finding a coronavirus vaccine

There's a lot of misinformation out there, so here's what we know to be true right now. 👇

Join Motherly CEO Jill Koziol + Rebecca Minkoff for a discussion today at 1:30 pm

This touching moment between a granddaughter and her quarantined grandfather is what we need right now

Get ready to shed happy tears.

7 (easy) expert tips for getting through self-quarantine with your relationship intact

Now more than ever, we need to be a united front with our partners…even if it feels impossible.

If your child’s school closes, don’t panic: Here’s a list of homeschooling resources

Bookmark this list of resources and ideas for coronavirus-related school closures.

It’s okay to say that it’s really hard right now

This coronavirus quarantine life may be our "new normal"—but it definitely doesn't feel "normal."

These viral videos of penguins are just what we needed to see today

Thank you to the Shedd Aquarium of Chicago for taking our minds off of the coronavirus news for a joyful moment.

Coronavirus pandemic sheds light on the problem with underpaying women

A vaccine won't be enough to inoculate our society from a repeat of this disaster. We also need to improve remuneration for women, value the caring professions and stop gendered segregation at work.

Viral video shows mom crying as she can’t find diapers thanks to coronavirus hoarding

"How am I supposed to diaper my child if I can't afford 20 at a time like you can?"

It’s okay if all you did was watch ‘Paw Patrol’ today

For the next several weeks I am embracing imperfect parenting, loosening up about screen time and giving myself a high-five for every day we get simply get through.

WHO updates stance on avoiding ibuprofen

The World Health Organization issued further clarification on ibuprofen use Thursday.

Please don’t stockpile baby formula

The coronavirus pandemic might be inciting some panic buying, but we don't want the reserves to get low for families who can't afford to buy formula right now.

Facebook is giving $100 million in grants to small business owners

The program, which will be rolled out to up to 30,000 businesses worldwide, was announced by Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook's COO, with a resources page dedicated to helping people navigate this challenging time.

Yep, we’re all fighting with our partners right now

Solidarity. But also—here's how to help make it better.

Poison control alert: Keep hand sanitizer away from kids

One small but important item parents may have overlooked amidst the chaos of coronavirus confinement this week? Baby and kid-proofing our new quarantined lives.

Domestic violence resources

If you are experiencing domestic violence, please consider seeking help in a way that makes you feel safe.