Motherly – A wellbeing brand empowering mothers to thrive
×
Ultimate Family Movie Night: Smurfs is now streaming on Paramount+
The Kids' Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

The Kids’ Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

Arshiner’s Teddy Bear & Friends Collection isn’t just another round of kids’ clothes—it’s soft, durable, and playful enough to keep up with real childhood chaos. With styles dropping Sept. 15 on Amazon, this might be the rare collection both parents and kids agree on.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
daycare - Motherly

How much does daycare really cost? Moms across the U.S. share the shocking range

If you’ve ever wondered how much daycare might set you back, you’re not alone.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
gestures - Motherly

Parents tried this simple trick—and their babies focused twice as long

Simple interactions may be more effective than others at keeping a baby’s attention

Updated Sep. 12, 2025
positive affirmations for kids

Try these positive affirmations to help raise a confident child

Positive affirmations can teach kids to have confidence in themselves.

Updated Sep. 12, 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.

Read the report
Cardi B pregnant

Cardi B reveals she’s pregnant again—and what she said about motherhood is striking a chord

True to form, Cardi shared the news with humor, honesty, and the kind of raw energy that makes her so relatable to moms everywhere.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
newborn preterm birth

What if your gut bacteria could predict preterm birth? A new study suggests it’s possible

A groundbreaking new study suggests that the gut microbiome—the trillions of bacteria living in your intestines—could play a powerful role in predicting preterm birth.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
Debby Ryan pregnancy

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025
sprout recall

Sprout baby food pouch recalled for possible lead: How to check your lot and what to do

Parents are urged to check their Sprout baby food pouches after a lead-related recall.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
justin bieber instagram post

Justin Bieber just shared his family’s values—and it has parents reflecting on their own

Justin Bieber’s family values list is inspiring parents to reflect on the principles they want to pass on and live by with their children

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Sibling fights

Mom sends her boys running to stop their fights—what happens next is parenting gold

At first, it looked like punishment: two kids forced to run a mile together. But by the end, the tension was gone, replaced with laughter.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025
Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

The inheritance this dad gave his kids wasn’t money—it was something far greater

This TikTok is about what happens when a parent owns their feelings, processes them, and keeps them contained — giving kids the steady foundation they need to thrive.

Updated Sep. 15, 2025
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.

Read More Details
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.

Read More Details
video podcast flower - Motherly

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

Watch Now

Our Video Series

It's Science

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.
origin

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

Explore More

8 solutions for seasonal affective disorder featured - Motherly

Seasonal affective disorder is real—8 ways to feel better, mama

6. Get (at least) 10 minutes of fresh air

Updated Jan. 17, 2019
viral video highlights surprising car seat safety issue featured - Motherly

This viral video has parents everywhere double-checking car seats

"If it didn't happen in front of me I'd never have believed it," Mock captioned his upload.

Updated Jan. 17, 2019
best state to raise a family featured - Motherly

2019’s top state for families might surprise you

Things like median family salary, housing affordability, the unemployment rate, childcare quality and availability, parental leave and the share of uninsured children in each state factored into the rankings.

Updated Jan. 17, 2019
how i know im 100 done having children i think featured scaled - Motherly

How I know I’m 100% done having children (I think…)

It's these moments of second guessing myself—the wondering, the daydreaming—that get me. But it's also the big moments of practicality and reason (hello, day care costs) that then reel me back in. We're doing fine just the way we are.

Updated Jan. 16, 2019
older child kissing newborn on the head

How to prepare your firstborn for bringing home baby #2

11 tips from a pediatrician that will hopefully make the transition easier for the whole family.

Updated Aug. 05, 2022
origin 7417 - Motherly

Asking for help is the key to getting *all* the things done, mama

To be a truly great leader in your family, you need to slow down and be purposeful with your time.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
mom kissing son

Dear son, you’ll always be my little boy

I had no idea how my heart would stretch and grow with every day of being your mom.

Updated Jul. 27, 2022
minimalism for the rest of us featured - Motherly

I’m trying to be a minimalist mom, but I’m sentimental and a LOT of things spark joy

All moms are craving what I am—a sense that I am in control of my life and home, not my stuff.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
this mama carried her baby to save other babies lives featured - Motherly

This heroic mom carried her baby to term knowing her organs would go to other families

"If I wasn't able to bring my baby home, at least others could bring theirs home," Krysta Davis told ABC affiliate News Channel 9.

Updated Jan. 16, 2019
washington dc has free universal preschool featured - Motherly

Free, universal preschool exists in DC—so why not the rest of the country?

The U.S. Constitution puts the responsibility of education on the states, but state constitutions vary. Some explicitly protect the rights of preschoolers to public education, while others are arguably more open to interpretation on this issue.

Updated Jan. 16, 2019
to the mama who cant sleep because her baby cant sleep featured - Motherly

To the mama who can’t sleep because her baby can’t sleep—I see you

When my son wakes up in the night, he wants me. And he'll scream the house down if he doesn't get me.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022
use no sparingly and other highly effective ways to discipline your kids featured scaled - Motherly

Use ‘no’ sparingly—and other highly effective ways to discipline your kids

It's not as easy as you might think to dole out effective discipline, especially if you have a strong-willed child.

Updated Jan. 15, 2019
having a house full of stuff gives me anxietyuntil i found the answer featured - Motherly

True life: My family’s clutter makes me anxious

I was seriously stressed in my own home.

Updated Mar. 01, 2022
dad carrying son on beach

This is the year we finally recognize how much toxic masculinity hurts our sons

A new viral ad campaign is igniting an overdue conversation.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021
the montessori toddler featured - Motherly

The Montessori Toddler

$10.99

Updated Jan. 15, 2019
×