Motherly – A wellbeing brand empowering mothers to thrive

balancing safety and curiosity - Motherly

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

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

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

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

Motherly

10 postpartum habits that protect your mental health

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Fourth Trimester, Mental Health, Postpartum

Children's Health

Phrases to try when your child is struggling with milestones (8 that connect)

When progress feels slow, words can increase a child’s stress or their courage. 8 phrases lower pressure, build trust, and keep learning on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Children's Health, Mental Health

Motherly

7 signs your tween is asking for independence and how to honor it

Tweens crave room to try, stumble and grow. Here are clear signs your tween is asking for some independence, they are ready for more say in their life.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Motherly, Children's Health, Teen, Teen Issues, Tweens

Health & Wellness

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

Taking care of each other isn't just charity. It's how we build power.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Health & Wellness

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

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

Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Willa’s ‘You’re pregnant?’ and Ada’s ‘With who?’ make Thomas Rhett’s baby news utterly priceless.”

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Physiological Changes During Pregnancy Based on Oura Data

News

Your body knows first: What Oura’s massive pregnancy study reveals about the science of intuition

Every pregnant person has felt it: that sudden wave of exhaustion, a racing heartbeat while climbing the stairs, or sleep that feels both deeper and lighter.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

5 financial truths every mom should know before maternity leave

Maternity leave math is confusing, even when you have benefits. Here's facts that matter most and simple steps to take so your paycheck, premiums, and plans stay on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Pregnancy, Second Trimester

Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Kieran Culkin once wasn’t sure about having kids — now he and Jazz Charton are celebrating their third

Updated Nov. 05, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Megan Fox admits she hasn’t slept in 7 months—and it’s sparking a real conversation about postpartum recovery

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Postpartum

Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

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.

Celebrity News

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

Our Partners

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.”

Viral & Trending

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.

Kendra Austin’s viral clip about hanging out without spending a dime

News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Postpartum

Reese Witherspoon opens up about postpartum depression—and why honesty still matters

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Postpartum, Celebrity News, News

Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

The “no-buy / low-spend hang” trend is sweeping TikTok, proving that connection matters more than cash—and moms everywhere are taking notes.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

9 supportive rituals that make adoption feel celebrated

Your family’s story deserves to be honored. Simple, repeatable rituals help you mark milestones, nurture connection and keep your child’s identity at the center.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, Adopt & Foster & Surrogacy, Adoption

pregnant woman with hand on her belly- motherly top pregnancy stories

Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

A guide for every stage in your incredible journey.

Women's History Month - Mom and grandma reading a book to her son

6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

Make memories while building lasting knowledge with these fun and easy ideas.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

Watch Now

Our Latest Podcast Episodes

The Motherly Podcast

Allison Williams on SSRIs, sleep sacks, and equal partnership

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

[ENCORE EPISODE] Jennifer Wallace on breaking the chains of toxic achievement culture

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Breaking the Argument Hangover with The Freemans

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Allyson Felix on Motherhood, Medal Wins, and Fighting for Moms in Sports

Listen Now

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

This Is Birth

We started our curated This is: Birth film series to give representation to the many varied ways that women give birth. Shot by talented independent videographers, these birth films can be a resource for the expecting mama or anyone who is curious to see what birth really looks like.

Mom Hacks

Motherly's Mom Hacks video series is hacking you way through motherhood. Work smarter, not harder, mama

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

teachers can win free flight cruises featured scaled - Motherly

deal-alerts-sales-shopping-guides

Teachers can win free flights and cruises for Teacher Appreciation Week

They deserve it.

Updated Apr. 18, 2019

deal-alerts-sales-shopping-guides

best childrens books on muslim faith featured - Motherly

Shop

9 children’s books that celebrate Muslim faith + culture

Here are a few of our favorites.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Shop

Birth

8 reasons a home birth might be the perfect fit for you

2. You get to hand-select who will attend your birth.

Updated Apr. 17, 2019

Birth

dyson cordless vacuum on sale featured - Motherly

Shop

Deal alert: Dyson’s top-rated cordless vacuum is on sale on Amazon right now 🙌

Act fast, mama!

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Shop

mommy me matching outfits for spring featured - Motherly

Shop

Mommy + me matching outfits we’re obsessed with right now 😍

Warmer weather is finally here!

Updated Apr. 17, 2019

Shop

Life

Having a second child totally changed my perspective on motherhood

The demands of motherhood laughed at my idea of picture-perfect motherhood. Every night I went to bed feeling like I had failed my children.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

Life

Crib-sleeping is right for our family—and that’s okay

Being firm when it comes to my daughter's sleeping habits has given me restful nights of sleep I desperately need.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

Life

With ‘continuous parenting,’ we expect more of parents than ever

Technology isn't the only reason today's parents feel pressure to be 'always on'—here's how we can better support them.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

beyonces honest story of a surprising difficult pregnancy featured - Motherly

Celebrity News

Beyoncé’s honest story of a surprising + difficult pregnancy

"My body went through more than I knew it could," shares the superstar.

Updated Apr. 17, 2019

Celebrity News

the rock n play conversation proves parents need sleep support featured - Motherly

Parenting

The Rock ‘n Play conversation underscores how desperately parents need more support—and sleep

Support for vulnerable postpartum parents should not be seen as a luxury but as a necessity.

Updated Apr. 17, 2019

Parenting, Relationships

Life

We divorced—and our family thrived

My motto in those circumstances, if there is any discomfort, which there was, became: "If anyone is going to be uncomfortable in the room let it be me, not my children or other family members."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life

i couldnt be the mom i am without my village featured - Motherly

Community & Friendship

A huge thank you to my village for showing up

The woman I am today is because of the community of women I have in my life.

Updated Apr. 16, 2019

Community & Friendship

i loved breastfeeding my son and that was surprising featured - Motherly

Life

I loved breastfeeding my son—and that was totally surprising

When my obstetrician asked me my plans around breastfeeding, without hesitation I told her we were going straight to formula. Everything changed once my son was born.

Updated Apr. 16, 2019

Life

Community & Friendship

A thank you letter to my friends without kids

In the midst of raising kids, talking about kids, and being with others who have kids, a lot of parents overlook just how much love and support you pour into us.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022

Community & Friendship

Child Sleep

Why the bedtime ritual is a powerful moment of connection with your kids

Bedtime is perfect for providing the quiet space needed for kids to use their voices, express themselves, talk about doubts or fears, tell you about silly things that happened or share their favorite parts of the day.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022

Child Sleep, Baby Sleep Tips

bekah martinez holding a glass of wine while nursing

Celebrity News

Bekah Martinez breastfeeds with a wine glass in hand—sparking controversy

Can you enjoy some wine while breastfeeding? Here's what experts say.

Updated Apr. 15, 2022

Celebrity News

Child Learn & Play

How to help your children learn to play all by themselves

Here are some expert ways to make free play work for your child

Updated Feb. 01, 2023

Child Learn & Play, Child, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

Life

Self-care isn’t selfish, mama

Will I do everything in my power to give my baby everything she needs and more? Absolutely. Will I neglect myself and the time and care I require to be the best version of myself? Absolutely not.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Life