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Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Updated Jul. 11, 2025
Nordstrom Sale

23 Motherly-approved deals from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

We browsed everything so you don't have to, and rounded up a selection of products we're more than willing to pay full price for.

Updated Jul. 14, 2025
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New mom compares postpartum in a Mexican vs. American household—and the difference is everything

She opens up about the stark contrast between her American mother’s approach to postpartum and that of her Mexican mother-in-law, and how that difference reshaped her understanding of what new mothers truly need.

Updated Jul. 11, 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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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. 17, 2025
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A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025
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This common household item poisoned thousands of toddlers—and the risk is still rising

Most cases involved toddlers under 2 years old, and more than 98% occurred in the home.

Updated Jul. 21, 2025
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Popular nursery chair recalled for overheating hazard—here’s what parents need to know

So far, 37 incidents have been reported, including one minor injury. No fires or property damage have been reported.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025
Brent-Rooker

MLB player feeds his baby during the Home Run Derby—then shuts down the critic who questioned it

Rooker’s small act of caregiving briefly stole the show—and sparked a larger conversation about parenting.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025
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PBS Kids might disappear—and with it, one of the last screen-time tools parents trust

Losing PBS Kids means losing a trusted educational foundation for millions of families.

Updated Jul. 21, 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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To the mama struggling through pregnancy—I see you

Here's my truth: Pregnancy is HARD.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The imperfect art of cherishing your last baby

Babyhood is such a fleeting stage and these little souls wait for no one as they achieve milestone after milestone.

Updated Aug. 03, 2022
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What went viral this week: Dwayne Wade defends his son + a baby was born on a plane

Here are the headlines making us smile this week, mama.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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These are the top baby names of 2019 🎉

According to babynames.com

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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It’s science: The powerful health benefits of gratitude for parents

Instead of feeling burdened, what if we choose to be grateful for all we have to do? We get to shop. We get to wrap. We get to decorate.

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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Here’s how to figure out what’s behind that tantrum

Discover the reasons behind tantrums and why we appreciate you, mama, for your patience and love.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025
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This puzzle is the most popular kid’s gift everyone’s buying on Etsy

Even better, it's perfect for kids all ages.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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You’re growing so fast my baby, I wish I could slow down time

You just keep getting bigger, doing more, needing me less.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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It’s time to talk about post-weaning depression

I expected to be sad when I stopped breastfeeding. I didn't expect to go through this.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This mama wrote a children’s book about IVF—here’s why it matters

"Where do babies come from?" is a question that can have a very complicated answer.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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How to create a happy & peaceful home for your family, mama

4. Use positive communication.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
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The complicated truth behind car seat expiration dates

One journalist—and father—went searching for answers.

Updated Dec. 15, 2022
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To the woman who asked me to leave because my baby was crying

You may not have thought so, but I deserved to be there just as much as you did. And so did my baby.

Updated Sep. 13, 2022
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A psychologist’s plan for dealing with family members critical of your parenting

Go in with the mantra, 'I'm going to choose joy over judgment,'" Ziegler says.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How I figured out what my child’s tantrum was *really* about

He was crying about chicken nuggets, but it wasn't about the chicken nuggets at all.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
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After 6 years of motherhood, I’ve finally started wondering what *I* need, too

I've been deep in the trenches of motherhood for six years. I had three kids in a short amount of time. Pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, identity crisis, repeat, repeat, repeat. There's been so much trial and error. So much learning and growing. I've been winging it, doing my best to figure things out as I go. After all, how else can you walk this journey?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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What do most new moms say they need? Their mom

New research suggests that even with all the high tech resources available, most pregnant women still seek advice and emotional support from their own mom, and rank her guidance as being more meaningful than other recommendations.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The one piece of parenting advice 51 moms want you to know

#TeamMotherly came through with some words of wisdom.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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