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Child Learn & Play

Body language expert shares 3 simple ways to raise socially skilled kids

Updated Oct. 06, 2025
Child Learn & Play
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Postpartum

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
Postpartum, News
Grandparents
Grandparents & Extended Families

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
Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships
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Work & Motherhood

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
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

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Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

Updated Oct. 09, 2025
Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health
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Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
Health & Wellness, Women's Health
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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Health & Wellness Shopping Guide
Tylenol when pregnant
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
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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
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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

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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Pregnancy

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Pregnancy

Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News
Miscarriage rates
News

One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy
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Viral & Trending

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
Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy
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Celebrity News

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
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

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Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety
Teaching about periods
Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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.
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Parenting

Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
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Work & Motherhood

This mom brought her baby to a meeting—and reminded us what true workplace support look

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
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Parenting

Baby wouldn’t stop crying—and this mom found a way to stay present through the noise

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

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Safety

Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Safety, Parenting
HART
Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety
Teaching about periods
Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Kylie and Ashley
Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025
Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending
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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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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Baby Shopping Guide

The stroller designed with both kids in mind

Tried and tested by our Motherly Partnerships Editor–it's a dream for mamas of multiples.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
Baby Shopping Guide, Baby, Our Partners, Parenting
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Life

Motherhood is: Hearing a baby cry even when your baby isn’t around

I even hear things when there’s nothing to be heard. Like the baby crying when I’m in the shower and she’s sleeping

Updated Dec. 13, 2018
Life
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Life

Motherhood is: Being brave even when you’re terrified

You will wake up every day a little bit braver than the day before. You’ve got this, mama.

Updated Dec. 13, 2018
Life
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Life

What mamas need to know about the Kotex tampon recall

Discover what every mama needs to know about the Kotex tampon recall to keep your family safe and informed.

Updated Mar. 31, 2025
Life, Health & Wellness, Women's Health
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Life

Megan Markle’s baby bump is beautiful—but no, she’s not ‘flaunting’ it

This might seem like a small point, quibbling about particular words about pregnancy, but let's discuss.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
Life, Celebrity News, News
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Parenting

When a “Boy Mom” Has A Girl on the Way

Boston’s fave Insta-Mom gets personal.

Updated Dec. 12, 2018
Parenting
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Baby

Breastfeeding CAN Be About You

And 4 more things to know about extended breastfeeding.

Updated Nov. 16, 2021
Baby, Parenting
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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