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Do babies speak a “secret language”? A viral TikTok has parents all curious

At one predictable moment, a baby onscreen bursts into laughter, and parents gleefully scribble across the screen: “I think she understood.”

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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10 healthy cereal options to get you through busy school mornings

Even as an RD, I don’t always have it in me to make breakfast from scratch.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025
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American Girl just gave us plush versions of our childhood obsessions (and my inner Molly McIntire stan is living)

Each doll is $65 and comes with a board book. Your inner child is not included but will probably show up uninvited anyway.

Updated Aug. 22, 2025
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Do moms ever get to ‘bed rot’ again? This viral debate hits hard

In her video, which has more than 2 million views, DiDonato said the second she had her baby, she stopped sitting down

Updated Aug. 22, 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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Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

“Why are you always going to work but never have any money?” to “When I sneeze do my bones come out?”

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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The hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays—and why moms are done carrying it alone

A mom’s Reddit post reveals the hidden labor behind kids’ birthdays, from planning to presents, and why recognition matters.

Updated Aug. 28, 2025
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They went in for a 38-week appointment… and came home with a baby

At 38 weeks pregnant, they expected a quick check-in with their doctor and then to head back home to keep preparing for their baby’s arrival.

Updated Aug. 27, 2025
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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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This mama’s viral post is an honest example of why we need more parental leave

"I still have stitches and I'm still bleeding, an obvious sign that I have not yet recovered from delivering my baby, even six weeks later," shares Skrysak.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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As a mother of Latinx children, I wanted more books that would inspire them so I wrote my own

They need to learn about how Latinos have contributed to the history of the United States.

Updated Aug. 29, 2022
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These are the best credit card reward programs for families

From travel points to getting your child ready for college.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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Honestly, Halloween is so much better when you have kids

What's not to love about candy, silly costumes and hilarious little kids who get amazingly excited about this weird, special day?

Updated Oct. 03, 2022
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Do I have postpartum depression? This screening quiz can help you find out, mama

Think about how you have felt in the past seven days (not just how you feel today).

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This NFL player just took paternity leave (and he should not have to defend that choice)

Football player Jalen Ramsey should be applauded, not attacked, for taking leave.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These viral photos show that fire halls can have baby booms!

9 California firefighters became dads at the same time.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Christina Anstead’s important message for postpartum mamas: You need to be taken care of, too

"I always want to be the people pleaser in the family and make sure everyone knows how much I care about them—but in doing so I wasn't taking care of myself," shares Anstead.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I fall in love with you over and over again

When we met I thought I had found love so raw, so deep, and so genuine that I would never fall in love again. I was wrong.

Updated Feb. 15, 2022
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What went viral this week: A mom gets her doctorate + a BFF photoshoot

Here are the stories that made us smile this week.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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I vow to always be present with my children

They say the days are long, but the years are short. No statement has held more truth to me as a mother than this one.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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These powerful viral photos prove feeding a baby is beautiful no matter how you do it

Breast, bottle or tube, mama's love is the best supplement.

Updated Sep. 08, 2022
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The system to support motherhood is currently broken—it’s time to fix it

Motherly is demanding change on behalf of America's moms.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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These 9 products will help you sleep better during pregnancy, mama

Get ready for some much needed zzz's.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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I feel guilty for all the things my second-born doesn’t get

There are so many things you can't do (at least not with the same time and attention) for baby #2 that you did the first time around.

Updated Aug. 23, 2022
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I wasn’t prepared for the rollercoaster of emotions having a NICU baby would bring

I had to learn how to feel all my emotions as a NICU mama

Updated Aug. 15, 2022
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