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Microplastics in a plate

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
Ultrasound

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
pbs defunding vote

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. 17, 2025
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Katherine Schwarzenegger hired a stepparenting coach—here’s what every blended family can learn

“Stepparenting is extra confusing because you aren’t a parent, you’re not a nanny, you’re not an assistant.”

Updated Jul. 18, 2025
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A neighbor, a hose, and a group of kids—this summer scene is melting hearts across the internet

In a world of curated family vacations and $500 birthday parties, this video gave us something far more precious.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025
Uterine transplant

A mom donated her uterus to help another woman carry a baby—now they’ve met the child they made possible

Sara had donated her uterus so that Emma, who was born without one, could experience pregnancy.

Updated Jul. 15, 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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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Amy Schumer loves her ‘warm, soft post-baby body’—and we’re here for it

The comedian has been through a lot, from battling hyperemesis during pregnancy to a C-section recovery, so it's wonderful to see her feeling strong.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Parents can now ‘clip’ box tops using an app

General Mills' 'Box Tops' program is going digital.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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My son was 6 months old when I found out I was pregnant again—and I was devastated

How dare I feel this way when other women yearned for biological children?

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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There’s something magical about summer I want to hold onto all year long

Are you sad that summer is ending, mama?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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You *can* go on vacation with kids and actually relax—here’s how

Was your last vacation relaxing, mama?

Updated Jun. 05, 2024
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Motherly launched a new digital magazine with Medium

Each month, we'll connect with thought-leaders, experts and writers to share unique perspectives, science-backed reporting and sharp insights on the issues that matter most to parents.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Rachel On Birth Trauma, PTSD, and Advocating for Yourself

"Postpartum depression doesn’t discriminate. It is something completely out of your control."

Updated Oct. 03, 2022
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Snooki was mom-shamed for drinking wine while feeding her baby—but she’s not having it

Ultimately, when it comes to how you feed your baby and whether you're comfortable having a glass of wine while doing so, you're calling the shots, mama.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Leaving the hospital with my baby still in the NICU was so hard

I had to go back to the NICU and give my baby one more kiss.

Updated Aug. 15, 2022
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5 tips for summer safety for kids

We're all ears.

Updated Jul. 26, 2019
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There’s a petition to move Halloween to Saturdays—but would it really make it safer for kids?

While moving a holiday might sound extreme, there are some good reasons for—and against—such a change.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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‘Real Housewives’ star Monique Samuels explains how she finds balance in motherhood

We recently sat down with the reality star to talk about she channels her mom superpowers.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The (very good) reason why so many people insist on telling pregnant women how hard parenting is

Giving unsolicited advice is just one parent's attempt to help another parent avoid the challenges they went through.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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I lost myself in motherhood—but it didn’t last forever

All the things that had made me an individual had faded away in the sleepless chaos of having young children. My home life was who I had become. My entire existence centered around taking care of my children, keeping the house and my husband.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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12 ways to tame your kids’ clutter this week

Spoiler alert: It's amazing.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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This mama’s gut-wrenching story of her son almost drowning has gone viral

"The reason I'm sharing? This happened in a pool full of people. A pool full of ADULTS," shares Leeson.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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This mama’s honest before and after photos are going viral for all the right reasons

"After two years of dedicated work to embrace myself as is, I wholeheartedly love every single inch of my body—even on the days when my inner shame game is strong," Wolf writes.

Updated Apr. 13, 2022
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6 proven ways to raise kind kids

Because kindness goes a long way.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022
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