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Baby Health

The government is ramping up baby formula safety testing and supply

Operation Stork Speed is a new initiative aimed at making infant formula safer, more transparent, and more accessible.

Updated Mar. 21, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, News

Viral & Trending

Gen Z mom’s powerful message is changing how the world sees Down syndrome

Set to the song “Ordinary” by Alex Warren, the video has captured hearts with a montage of her baby, Addie—who was born with Down syndrome.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending, Baby, Baby Milestones, News

Toddler Shopping Guides

The best toddler bathing suits that are safe, comfortable and made to last

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Toddler Shopping Guides

A parent teaching children to wash hands as a precaution against H5 bird flu during an outbreak.

Baby

H5 bird flu outbreak: How to protect your family and stay safe

Let’s explore what H5 bird flu is, key safety practices, and how you can protect your loved ones.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness

Miscarriage & Loss

The UK just gave moms miscarriage leave—why doesn’t the U.S. do the same?

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

Miscarriage & Loss, Getting Pregnant, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Postpartum

This new at-home program is redefining postpartum care for moms

Postpartum care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. And yet, in the U.S., it’s treated as an afterthought.

Updated Mar. 13, 2025

Postpartum, Mental Health, Women's Health

Women's Health

Gal Gadot’s doctors dismissed her pregnancy migraines—but the shocking truth proves why moms must speak up

Gadot opened up about her terrifying experience with a brain clot while pregnant.

Updated Mar. 12, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Motherly, Pregnancy

Health & Wellness

Maternal deaths are dropping—but Black moms are still at the highest risk

Black women in the U.S. are about 3.5 times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than White women.

Updated Mar. 12, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Women's Health

Why more sex might just save your life, according to science

The study found that women who had sex less often showed higher levels of inflammation, which is linked to chronic illnesses like heart disease.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Women's Health

Massachusetts just made birth control and prenatal vitamins free

That’s right—no copays, no surprise bills, just direct access to essential reproductive healthcare.

Updated Mar. 10, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, News

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Pregnancy

Kylie Kelce’s ‘Kegs for Pregs’ sold out in 14 minutes—because pregnant moms deserve to have fun too

Partnering with Liquid Death, she launched “Kegs for Pregs,” a limited-edition, five-liter keg of water.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Pregnancy, News, Pregnancy Products, Viral & Trending

Baby Names

This mom changed her baby’s name at 18 months—and she’s not alone

9% of moms have experienced regret over the name they chose for their child.

Updated Mar. 13, 2025

Baby Names, Baby, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Women's Health

Gal Gadot’s doctors dismissed her pregnancy migraines—but the shocking truth proves why moms must speak up

Gadot opened up about her terrifying experience with a brain clot while pregnant.

Updated Mar. 12, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness, Motherly, Pregnancy

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Pregnancy

Lauren & Arie Luyendyk expecting fourth baby after vasectomy reversal: ‘Our last missing piece’

"Our last missing piece," Lauren and Arie captioned their Instagram post, "coming this September."

Updated Mar. 11, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby, News

Viral & Trending

Gen Z mom’s powerful message is changing how the world sees Down syndrome

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Viral & Trending, Baby, Baby Milestones, News

Baby Health

The government is ramping up baby formula safety testing and supply

Operation Stork Speed is a new initiative aimed at making infant formula safer, more transparent, and more accessible.

Updated Mar. 21, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, News

News

Dad of three boys sees his only daughter in pigtails for the first time—and completely falls apart

A TikTok video capturing a father’s raw, emotional reaction to seeing his only daughter in pigtails, racking up over 12.1 million views.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

News, Parenting, 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.

Postpartum

Alabama just took a big step for new moms—but postpartum depression care still falls short

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

Postpartum, News

Pregnancy

Kylie Kelce’s ‘Kegs for Pregs’ sold out in 14 minutes—because pregnant moms deserve to have fun too

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Pregnancy, News, Pregnancy Products, Viral & Trending

Life

These ‘goddess’ photoshoots for women over 70 prove beauty has no age limit

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Life, Beauty, Beauty & Style, News, Viral & Trending

News

Dad of three boys sees his only daughter in pigtails for the first time—and completely falls apart

A TikTok video capturing a father’s raw, emotional reaction to seeing his only daughter in pigtails, racking up over 12.1 million views.

Updated Mar. 20, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Safety

Consumer Reports study finds 50% of baby formulas contain potentially concerning chemicals—what parents need to know

Roughly half of the 41 baby formulas tested contained potentially harmful levels of contaminants.

Updated Mar. 21, 2025

Safety, Child, Child Nutrition, Food, Nutrition

Parenting

Are you a Type A or Type B mom? Here’s why you need the other in your life

Type A moms thrive on order and planning, while Type B moms embrace flexibility and spontaneity.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Parenting, Community & Friendship, Relationships

Toddler

‘It’s her world, we’re just living in it’—even brands can’t get enough of this toddler’s iconic shoe moment

A now-viral video of her daughter proudly selecting her footwear before an outing.

Updated Mar. 19, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, Toddler Milestones, Viral & Trending

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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

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Infertility

How I found joy in my IVF journey

I remember telling myself over and over that we had our own story, our own journey, and that was okay. Removing that comparison aspect from my life helped me in more ways than I will ever know.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

Infertility, Getting Pregnant, Health & Wellness, Life, Mental Health, Motherly Stories, Pregnancy

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The Holidays

How to turn the Santa ‘lie’ into something good

I gave her magic until she was eight, and I gave her the spirit of giving for the rest of her life.

Updated Dec. 07, 2023

The Holidays, Motherly Stories

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Children's Health

Jenni ‘JWoww’ Farley opens up about her son being diagnosed with autism

"This is a new realm for us. One filled with tons of information and different theory's of treatments. So grateful Grey chose me to be his mommy and @rogermathewsnj to be his daddy 💙," Farley captioned an earlier video post showing Greyson in his new "sensory room."

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life

Life

Target gift cards are on sale this Sunday for one day only

This is not a drill.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022

Life, Christmas, Holidays, News

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Children's Health

Autism may be more common than we think, according to a new study from the AAP

About one in 40 American kids is diagnosed with ASD.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021

Children's Health, Child, Health & Wellness, Life, News, Parenting

Life

The Best Mom/Kid Twinning on Instagram

7 moms to add to your IG feed.

Updated Nov. 28, 2018

Life

Infertility

After 3 years of trying and a round of IVF, I am finally pregnant

It was as if I lived in a world of successive failure. Month after month, benchmarked by my inability to get pregnant. I would break down at every pregnancy announcement.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022

Infertility, Getting Pregnant, Life, Motherly Stories, Pregnancy

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Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

How to safely–and deliciously–introduce baby to solids 🍌

The big world of diverse food options is ahead of you–and that's definitely cause for celebration.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips, Our Partners

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Life

What to Look For in Baby-Friendly Hotels

5 things to keep in mind when booking with your babe.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Life, Travel

Life

Dear kids, when you grow up…

I want you to know whatever you make of this life, I am so so proud of you. There's nothing you could ever do to make my love die down or be snuffed out. No matter what choices you make, I will forever be your greatest fan. I will always be here for every phone call and for every time you need a reminder of who you are.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

Celebrity News

Rachel McAdams opens up about motherhood and why she kept her pregnancy—and even her baby’s name—a secret

Motherhood is "the greatest thing that's ever happened to me, hands down," shares McAdams.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

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Life

How will parenthood be different in the future? Motherly + Medium find out

In our unfolding series of articles and essays, we aim to explore what it means to be a parent today and what we can do to make the future brighter.

Updated Nov. 28, 2018

Life

Motherhood changed for me with these 6 words

Wise men and women have been telling us for centuries that the present moment is all there is. We don't have yesterday anymore, and tomorrow is not yet here. This second is literally all we have.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life