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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

Big name brands, like Stokke and Thule are on sale—and they never go on sale!

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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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. 15, 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
pregnant mom sleeping

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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Facing a high-risk pregnancy? Here’s what three experts want every mom to know

By Jane Purser, DNP FNP-C; Becca Hamilton, LPC, PMH-C; and Dr. Margaret Archer, PT, DPT

Updated Jun. 24, 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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Going on a cruise this summer? 7 safety tips every parent should know before setting sail

The best time to talk about cruise rules? Before the ocean is involved.

Updated Jul. 09, 2025
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How to talk to your kids about the floods in Texas

"The other thing that parents can do is talk about their own feelings in a calm and appropriate way.”

Updated Jul. 09, 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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Toddler gives viral crumpet order—and mom’s calm response wins the internet

The video opens with Smith, who’s currently expecting her second baby, standing in her kitchen trying to decode Harvey’s oddly specific crumpet order.

Updated May. 29, 2025
Megan Fox

Megan Fox opens up about being 38 and newly pregnant—challenging the ‘expiration date’ myth of motherhood

“Please stop listening to the patriarchy. Women are eternal light beings. We do not have an expiration date.”

Updated May. 29, 2025
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Cassie Ventura gives birth to baby boy weeks after testifying: “Her life is now surrounded by love”

In February, the couple announced the pregnancy with a tender black-and-white photo shoot.

Updated May. 29, 2025
Maternal mental health

Just 1 in 4 moms say they’re doing well mentally—new study reveals a growing crisis

A comprehensive study published in JAMA Internal Medicine has unveiled a significant decline in maternal mental health across the United States.

Updated May. 28, 2025
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“I did this with my first baby—but never again”: 10 real lessons from second-time parents

A recent viral thread on Reddit asked parents to share what they did with their first kid that they would never do with their second.

Updated May. 28, 2025
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The one mistake people keep making when visiting moms who just gave birth

“By offering to take my child, you’re putting me in ‘fight or flight’ mode,” Cox told Today.

Updated May. 28, 2025
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A one-hour mouth swab may make IVF more successful—here’s what hopeful parents should know

A recent study from Lund University has found that a quick, non-invasive mouth swab could help doctors personalize hormone treatments for IVF.

Updated May. 28, 2025
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Mom wins 62-mile ultramarathon 6 months after giving birth—while breastfeeding her baby along the way

“Coming back to running postpartum, I just wanted to discover that joy again and reconnect with the core part of my identity that was a runner through and through.”

Updated May. 27, 2025
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Your sister’s postpartum mental health could affect yours—here’s what new research reveals

If your sister had postpartum psychosis, your own risk increases tenfold.

Updated May. 23, 2025
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The summer snacks this nanny says could put toddlers at risk

In the video, Manton-Kelly shares examples of foods she advises parents to avoid due to potential choking risks.

Updated May. 23, 2025
Nursing pillow new guidelines

What parents need to know about the new federal nursing pillow safety rules

These rules, developed by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), are a direct response to mounting safety concerns after tragic outcomes tied to improper nursing pillow use.

Updated Jun. 02, 2025
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Pregnant anchor’s water breaks before the morning news—and she powers through the whole broadcast

Jaquith chose to anchor the entire three-hour morning show while in early labor, contractions and all.

Updated May. 23, 2025
Chucky doll

Forget stuffed animals—this 5-year-old’s bedtime buddy has everyone talking

Comfort objects, or transitional objects, play a pivotal role in a child's emotional development.

Updated May. 23, 2025
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New York’s new $1,800 baby benefit offers relief for postpartum moms

The program, officially called the Birth Allowance for Beginning Year (BABY) Benefit, was approved as part of New York’s FY 2026 budget.

Updated May. 22, 2025
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Hailey Bieber opens up about birth trauma, postpartum identity shifts, and finding herself again

“Being postpartum is the most sensitive time I’ve ever gone through in my life,” she said. “Learning a new version of myself is very difficult.”

Updated May. 22, 2025
11 year old girl

An 11-year-old played softball too well—and what the adults did next will infuriate parents everywhere

What happened at that softball game is, sadly, a familiar story for many mothers. When girls excel, they’re often questioned instead of encouraged. 

Updated May. 22, 2025
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Peppa Pig’s baby sister has arrived—and her name comes with a touching backstory

In an exclusive quote, Mummy Pig shared she's "Thrilled Evie is finally here, happy and healthy!”

Updated May. 21, 2025
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