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A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
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What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Grandparents

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Mom lets grandparents break the rules—and it’s winning hearts online

When it comes to childcare, sometimes letting grandparents do their thing is the best parenting hack

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

e. And a 9-year-old teacher whose mantra—“It takes process”—is turning everyday lessons into heartwarming TikTok magic.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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State of Motherhood

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This viral comic about working motherhood is so true

It's not really an even playing field.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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I respect the way my Korean mother raised me, but I’m doing these 5 things differently

It's not because I think she was a bad parent. I respect her more than anyone else in the world.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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How I finally learned to set boundaries as a work from home mom

Just because I can work anywhere, doesn't mean I should.

Updated Dec. 13, 2021
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I’m a SAHM with an older child—what’s next for me?

It's not my son's job to fulfill me, make me happy, or give me an identity. That's my job; always has been and always will be. This I know without a shadow of a doubt.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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Dear mama: There is life after loss

I share the heartbreaking moments of parenting children in both heaven and earth.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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California may invest $25-35 million to help parents with childcare costs

The bill seeks to rectify a broken childcare system.

Updated Feb. 15, 2019
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New guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force could help prevent perinatal depression

They call on health care providers to identify at-risk women and connect them with cognitive behavioral therapy and interpersonal therapy.

Updated Feb. 15, 2019
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Motherhood blew my mind

Motherly's co-founder looks back on the mission that gave birth to our first book, This is Motherhood.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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Meet me offline, mama

Bringing Motherly right to your home through our book, This is Motherhood.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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Motherhood is: Looking at my baby and thinking, ‘You’re perfect’

Your smile is truly genuine, completely uninhibited by insecurities. It is unmasked by facade, unlike the smiles of grownups. You don't care that you have no teeth, or that your jaw goes crooked when your grin is stretched to the max.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Baby #2 has thrown us into survival mode—but I know this feeling won’t last forever

Parenting small kids can put stress on a marriage. But perhaps it does get easier, or maybe it gets more manageable, and we get better at it.

Updated Feb. 14, 2019
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Turns out, there are some things we *can* control as parents

As a parent, you're constantly navigating ups and downs, wins and losses.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Jessica Simpson hilariously shares her latest pregnancy problem

She broke her toilet and she's warning fellow mamas-to-be.

Updated Feb. 14, 2019
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Dr. Ruth has some advice for new parents

The renowned sex expert shared some eye-opening tips.

Updated Oct. 21, 2021
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Hillary Frank on how to embrace your unique parenting style—and find your mom wins

The podcast creator shares what she believes is the key to parenting wins.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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