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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

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

Toddler

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

Toddler, Toddler Health, Toddler Learn & Play

Viral & Trending

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

Viral & Trending, Child, Child Learn & Play, News

Food

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

Food

Pregnancy

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

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

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

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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast

Health & Wellness

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

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Parenting

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

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Celebrity News

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. 25, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

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

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

Pregnancy

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

Pregnancy, News

Viral video of daughter caught sneaking cat into ballet class

Viral & Trending

Twin sneaks family cat into ballet class—and her explanation is priceless

Updated Sep. 26, 2025

Viral & Trending, Child, News

Parenting

Mister Rogers reveals the one mistake parents can’t afford to forget

Updated Sep. 26, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

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!

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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.

Safety

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

Updated Sep. 26, 2025

Safety, Car Seat Safety, News, Parenting

Parenting

Parents call it ‘tween drama’—but experts say it could be something else entirely

Updated Sep. 25, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Rihanna’s family just got bigger—and it’s the news she’s always wanted

Updated Sep. 25, 2025

News, Celebrity News

Parenting

Mister Rogers reveals the one mistake parents can’t afford to forget

Updated Sep. 26, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Safety

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

Safety, Car Seat Safety, News, Parenting

Safety

Thousands of baby and kids’ items sold on Amazon recalled—here’s what parents need to know

Amazon and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a wave of recalls affecting thousands of baby and kids’ products.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025

Safety, Parenting, Sleep Safety

Parenting

Parents call it ‘tween drama’—but experts say it could be something else entirely

Drama is often something deeper: an overwhelmed nervous system that needs support, not punishment.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025

Parenting, News, 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.

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Life

This is the best gift you can give any mom—and it’s free

For a few hours Kate didn't have to do our emotional labor or be the default parent. No one asked her to make his brother return a toy or to check the tone in an email. She didn't have to perform appreciation for a breakfast in bed we would have made wrong. For one day, she didn't have to take care of anyone.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

Parenting

No, having a baby didn’t ‘ruin’ my 20s

If life goes according to plan, I'll have one more when I'm 29 and, by 30, my husband and I will be selling car seats, hitting the tail end of diapers and settling into life as a minivan family.

Updated Mar. 25, 2022

Parenting, Health & Wellness, Life, Motherly Stories, Self Care, Toddler

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Life

To decrease your partner’s labor pain, hold her hand

Everything you do for your partner while she's in labor makes a difference. Even if all you do is hold her hand.

Updated Dec. 12, 2018

Life

Health & Wellness

The Gift Of a Pee-Free Laugh

Icon Undies are the pee-proof underwear every new mom needs.

Updated Dec. 22, 2021

Health & Wellness, Life, Women's Health

Life

The Gift Of Stress-Free Holiday Travel

Munchkin's Travel Must-Haves!

Updated Mar. 22, 2022

Life

It's easy for nursing moms to think of boobs solely as milk makers. But remember before we were mamas?

Life

The Gift that’s Bringing Sexy Back

Journelle is proving that sexy maternity lingerie does exist!

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Life, Adult, Beauty & Style, Products & Gear, Style

Baby

Breastfeeding CAN Be About You

And 4 more things to know about extended breastfeeding.

Updated Nov. 16, 2021

Baby, Parenting

Life

My child inspired me to give to those in need—and it was a humbling experience

Discover how my child's compassion led to a rewarding experience of helping others in need. A must-read for parents!

Updated Mar. 31, 2025

Life

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Parenting

Surviving colic: What to do when your baby won’t stop crying

5. Swaddle to calm their nervous system.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Parenting, Baby

Life

To the mama who wants to eat all the holiday treats: You’re not failing

When you've given yourself permission to eat, including all those sweets and treats that are normally off-limits, they suddenly lose their power over you. And when food doesn't have power over you, you will have freedom to live a life that isn't bound by what you can and cannot eat.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

Life

Jimmy Dean sausage recall: What parents need to know

Consumers found metal in Jimmy Dean Heat 'n Serve Original Sausage Links.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life, News

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Life

Airport kindness goes viral: How 3 women saved this mama during a hard flight

Her toddlers were melting down and kind strangers stepped in.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life, News

how much should i tip for the holidays featured - Motherly

Life

Holiday tipping for parents: Who gets paid, and how much?

Mail carrier and teacher and dog walker, oh my!

Updated Dec. 11, 2018

Life

Motherhood Understood

Casey on her postpartum depression and anxiety being ignored

"I was a boy mom for nine years. I had never had a mother daughter relationship with my own mother and something inside me kept telling me I was unworthy of my daughter. I just thought I was having normal pregnancy hormones."

Updated Oct. 04, 2022

Motherhood Understood