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White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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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
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
what baby kicks tell you

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Parenting apps

Parenting apps can plan the party and write the note—but they can’t give what matters most

41% of parents say they’re often so stressed they can’t function.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
1980s parenting

Parents are ditching screens and reviving these 80s habits—and the results are surprising

Families are weaving those timeless practices into modern life—with a litt le more intention, safety, and heart.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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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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Embrace messy play, mama—it builds confidence and problem-solving skills

To the mama who feels exasperated by another mess your little one has made today, I want to offer you this perspective from a mom who misses it now: try to pause and see the magic in the mess.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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10 phrases to say to your kids to inspire confidence

It began as my mom's voice but has become my own, and it is my super power.

Updated Feb. 15, 2022
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It’s harder than ever before for families to get by on a single income

The cost of essentials—like healthcare, groceries and rent—is escalating.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
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Fresh fruit recalled in 18 states: What parents need to know

They were sold at ALDI, Costco, Fairway and Walmart, among others.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021
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Kate Hudson explains what ‘genderless’ parenting means to her family

She basically said it's no different raising a girl than her boys.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022
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True life: I wouldn’t be half the mother I am without coffee

You are so many things to me. You are hope in a cup. You are energy for #momlife. 

Updated Sep. 27, 2022
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Nadine on postpartum depression after pregnancy loss

After my son was born, all I wanted was sleep. But I was scared of closing my eyes for fear of something happening to him during that time. I couldn’t shut my mind off from all the irrational thoughts running through it.

Updated Oct. 14, 2022
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21 uses for baby wipes

That magical cloth is good for way more than tushies.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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The single parent’s anthem

I'm the full-time mother, the part-time father, their financial advisers, their #1 fans, their Lyft service, their advocates, their therapists, and their life teachers.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Where to splurge—and save—on your big kid’s bedroom

It isn't always easy to figure out, but these tips will get you moving on your big kid's bedroom and have them loving their new space.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Single moms are raising awesome kids—and research confirms it

It suggests that if you become a single mother by choice—your kids are going to be just fine.

Updated Apr. 27, 2022
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The partial government shutdown created a diaper crisis for many families

Their paychecks may soon be returning, but their kids still need diapers now. Enter: diaper banks.

Updated Jan. 28, 2019
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5 Reasons The Casper Is the Ultimate Mattress For Moms

Hint: it's not just because you can buy it without leaving the house.

Updated Jan. 27, 2019
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Spa Treatments That Are Safe During Pregnancy

And which ones you should avoid altogether.

Updated Jan. 27, 2019
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5 Unsafe Baby Sleep Products That Parents Still Use

Do you have one of them on your registry list?

Updated Jan. 25, 2019
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7 ways to maintain friendships with child-free friends, according to a therapist

How can we continue to nourish relationships with people who don't relate to the sometimes all-consuming experience of motherhood?

Updated Feb. 11, 2022
what to say when your child asks am i pretty featured - Motherly

My daughter, there’s so much more to you than being ‘pretty’

The weight of the question was heavy and the answer far too complex.

Updated Jan. 25, 2019
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14 tips for positive parenting out in the real world

Because parenting in public, or under the critical gaze of extended family, can be some of the hardest moments.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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