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Toddler Learn & Play

Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Toddler Learn & Play, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler
Mother's touch explained
Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Viral & Trending, News
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Child Sleep

Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025
Child Sleep, Toddler Sleep
10 tips from a therapist - Motherly
News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025
News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

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Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Updated Oct. 31, 2025
Health & Wellness
Breastfeeding research
Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025
Women's Health, Health & Wellness
Period pain
Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025
Teen Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting, Teen
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Children's Health

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

That drop represents thousands of children who may never experience a life-threatening reaction.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025
Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting, Safety
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Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

A thump at the door, a stare, and seconds later—Mom knows her son’s blood sugar is dropping. Ducky, their service dog, spotted it first

Updated Oct. 21, 2025
Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News
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Our Partners

5 Smart Questions to Ask a Doctor About Your Child’s Eczema Treatment

Updated Oct. 20, 2025
Our Partners, Children's Health

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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Pregnancy

Soon To Be Dads
Motherly

8 ways dads-to-be can truly show up during the third trimester

Eight concrete ways dads-to-be can show up in the third trimester. Learn warning signs, practice labor support and prep the fourth trimester. Practical, calm and evidence-based.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Motherly, Pregnancy, Third Trimester
Things To Know About C-Sections
Pregnancy

10 things seasoned moms want you to know about C-sections

Ten mom-tested truths about C-sections, backed by leading medical guidance, to help you plan your birth, advocate in the OR and recover with confidence.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Pregnancy, Second Trimester
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News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025
News, Pregnancy
Charlie Puth
Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

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News

CDC expands pasta recall after 6 deaths: What parents need to know

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
News, Parenting, Safety
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News

McAfee report uncovers a new kind of ‘stranger danger’ and it’s closer than you think

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
News, Parenting, Safety
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News

When a stranger signed to her son, this mom saw years of love and learning come full circle

4-year-old Luca signed his name unprompted to a Chick-fil-A cashier, his mom froze in awe.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
News, Viral & Trending

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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.
Mother's touch explained
Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Viral & Trending, News
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Celebrity News

Carly Rae Jepsen is pregnant with her first baby

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Celebrity News
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Viral & Trending

A 38-week babymoon went viral — what doctors say parents often miss about flying late in pregnancy

Updated Nov. 03, 2025
Viral & Trending, News

Parenting

CDC pasta recall
News

CDC expands pasta recall after 6 deaths: What parents need to know

The CDC has expanded a pasta recall tied to Listeria deaths—parents are urged to check their freezers now

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
News, Parenting, Safety
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News

McAfee report uncovers a new kind of ‘stranger danger’ and it’s closer than you think

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
News, Parenting, Safety
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Getting Pregnant

12 supportive phrases moms navigating surrogacy deserve to hear

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Getting Pregnant, Surrogacy
10 tips from a therapist - Motherly
News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025
News, Parenting, 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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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Life

It’s science: An early bedtime for men leads to healthier sperm

It's nice to be reminded that men's lifestyles have a significant impact on fertility too

Updated Nov. 04, 2022
Life, Health & Wellness, It's Science
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Parental Leave

Connecticut’s governor just signed the best paid leave plan in America

"We all agreed on the need to pass this landmark support for working families so they don't have to choose between the job they need and the family they love, or their own health," Lamont said.

Updated Mar. 25, 2022
Parental Leave, Postpartum, Pregnancy
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Motherhood Understood

Crystal on depression and letting go of being the perfect mother

Although I loved being pregnant, I had been dealing with serious anxiety and my transition to motherhood was no less difficult. It was, by far, the steepest learning curve of my life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2022
Motherhood Understood, Motherly Stories
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Life

Supporting your LGBTQ child: 5 meaningful ways to give strength, love + power

Just love your kid.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships
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Motherly Stories

Purging my child’s toys saved my motherhood

The problem was that my children received so many presents the gift-giving itself began to lose meaning. Every time a family member came by the house, my 3-year-old expected a treat.

Updated Mar. 19, 2024
Motherly Stories, Home
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Celebrity News

Carrie Underwood’s baby has the most adorable reaction to his mom singing

You need to watch this, mama.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Celebrity News, Life, News
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Parenting

Trust is the most essential part of parenting. Here’s how to build it

If we keep listening to them when they're little, they'll talk to us when they're big. ❤️

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Parenting
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Parenting

Walmart’s ‘Parent’s Choice’ formula recalled: What parents need to know

Check your formula, mama.

Updated Jun. 24, 2019
Parenting, Shop
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Life

What went viral this week: The Rock, Denny’s, a rainbow baby 🌈 and more

There has been a ton of heavy news to digest this week, but there have also been some amazingly good news stories to come out of the last seven days.

Updated Jun. 21, 2019
Life, News
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Celebrity News

These texts between JLaw and Amy Schumer prove that the post-baby friendship struggle is real

How did your friendships change after you became a mom?

Updated Jun. 21, 2019
Celebrity News, Life, News
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Entertainment

goop’s Elise Loehnen calls for a work culture that allows people to be employees *and* parents at the same time

It's okay to admit that the balance shifts daily in a parent's life, and sometimes it's not perfect.

Updated Jun. 21, 2019
Entertainment, Life
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Pregnancy

Julianne Hough + Brooks Laich are refreshingly honest about IVF

Laich wants to people to talk about IVF without shame or guilt.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Pregnancy, Getting Pregnant, Infertility
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Life

Amber + Granger Smith release an  emotional video about their son’s drowning

"Amber and I want you to hear it from us and not just read it," shares Granger Smith.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Life, News
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Life

The scientific case for cutting long commutes for pregnant people (and the rest of us)

There are health benefits when pregnant women have shorter commutes.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Life, Career & Money
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Work & Motherhood

What the mom returning to work from maternity leave wants you to know

Leaving my baby to come back to work was one of the hardest things I have ever done. Luckily, I have amazing colleagues who made my transition back at work feel nearly seamless, and their efforts helped me realize that–it's the small things–that add up to make a big difference.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, Life, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy
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Life

7 fictional characters that teach kids perseverance + determination

Role models show that strength and compassion are not opposites. They prove that women can pursue and achieve excellence, while still valuing relationships and other people.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life
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Shop

Deal alert: Our favorite sheets are on mega-sale 😴

We're not promising you'll get better sleep once you slip on these sheets, but we're not NOT saying that either.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
Shop
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Celebrity News

‘The Hills: New Beginnings’ is about to air—and most of the cast are now moms

The Hills: New Beginnings premiers Monday night!

Updated Jun. 20, 2019
Celebrity News, Life, News
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News

Target’s public breastfeeding policy & nursing rooms are amazing 👏

Just when we thought we couldn't love Target any more.

Updated Apr. 15, 2022
News, Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules
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Podcast

Goop’s Chief Content Officer Elise Loehnen on postpartum depletion, self-care and what moms really need

Elise Loehnen is the Chief Content Officer at Goop and the well-known right-hand woman of Gwenyth Paltrow. Before coming to Goop, Elise had a high-powered career in magazines, working at Conde Nast Traveler and Lucky. Today, Elise serves as a frequent go-to spokesperson for Goop, co-hosts the Goop podcast, and is a mother to her two sons, Max and Sam. In this episode, Liz chats with Elise about postpartum depletion and what our healthcare system can do to better serve women before, during and after pregnancy.

Updated Oct. 10, 2024
Podcast, Season 2
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