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How to stay cool during pregnancy: Real mom tips + smart new products

Updated Jun. 12, 2025

Our Partners, Pregnancy

Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Updated Jul. 11, 2025

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

Style

23 Motherly-approved deals from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

We browsed everything so you don't have to, and rounded up a selection of products we're more than willing to pay full price for.

Updated Jul. 14, 2025

Style, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Postpartum

New mom compares postpartum in a Mexican vs. American household—and the difference is everything

She opens up about the stark contrast between her American mother’s approach to postpartum and that of her Mexican mother-in-law, and how that difference reshaped her understanding of what new mothers truly need.

Updated Jul. 11, 2025

Postpartum, Birth

News

Midwives could cut maternal deaths nearly in half—this new data shows what’s standing in the way

Updated Jul. 08, 2025

News, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Parenting

How screen time affects sleep—and why it matters for your child’s mental health

You want your child to unwind. You want to avoid a meltdown. But you also want them to get the sleep they need.

Updated Jul. 04, 2025

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

Health & Wellness

Everyday plastics are leaking into our food—here’s what parents need to know now

Normal, everyday actions, like twisting the cap off a water bottle, unwrapping deli meat, or microwaving leftovers in a plastic container

Updated Jul. 11, 2025

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

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Health & Wellness

“I just remember crying”: JWoww shares the airport moment with her son that changed everything

"We were sitting in TSA, and he decided he didn’t like that. He ripped my glasses off, broke them, and head-butted me."

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Celebrity News, Mental Health, News

Health & Wellness

JWoww’s postpartum psychosis journey inspired a haunting film—because no one believed her

"Whether it's real or not, it's real to that person," she said.

Updated Jul. 02, 2025

Health & Wellness, Celebrity News, Mental Health, News

Health & Wellness

Dad’s mental health in the first two years has a lasting impact on kids, new study shows

“The association between paternal mental illness and poorer child development was robust.”

Updated Jun. 27, 2025

Health & Wellness, Mental Health

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Pregnancy

French baby names are having a moment—and Olivia Culpo’s pick shows exactly why

French baby names offer a quiet magic that touches on meaning, sound, and feeling all at once.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

Pregnancy, Baby Names

News

Florida just made parking easier for pregnant moms—could your state be next?

The CDC notes that many pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia or pelvic instability, impact walking or standing.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Pregnancy

A new AI breakthrough helped one couple get pregnant after 19 years

A novel AI-powered tool, developed by a team led by Dr. Zev Williams, found what doctors had never been able to detect in her husband’s semen sample—viable sperm.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

Pregnancy, Fertility Prep More, Getting Pregnant, Journey

Pregnancy

New research suggests pregnancy sleep patterns may offer an early clue about preterm birth

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have uncovered a surprising signal: inconsistent sleep patterns in early pregnancy may help predict preterm birth.

Updated Jun. 28, 2025

Pregnancy

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News

A birthday they’ll never forget: Mom gives birth to all 4 kids on the same day

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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News

Popular nursery chair recalled for overheating hazard—here’s what parents need to know

So far, 37 incidents have been reported, including one minor injury. No fires or property damage have been reported.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

Parenting

MLB player feeds his baby during the Home Run Derby—then shuts down the critic who questioned it

Rooker’s small act of caregiving briefly stole the show—and sparked a larger conversation about parenting.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

Parenting, News

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!

Our Partners

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.

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News

Pete Davidson announces baby news in the most Pete way—and yes, there are photos

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

News, Celebrity News

News

PBS Kids might disappear—and with it, one of the last screen-time tools parents trust

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Motherly, Parenting

News

Toddler picks up mom’s nickname for dad… and won’t stop using it

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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Parenting

This common household item poisoned thousands of toddlers—and the risk is still rising

Most cases involved toddlers under 2 years old, and more than 98% occurred in the home.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

Parenting, Safety

News

Popular nursery chair recalled for overheating hazard—here’s what parents need to know

So far, 37 incidents have been reported, including one minor injury. No fires or property damage have been reported.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

News, Parenting, Safety

Parenting

MLB player feeds his baby during the Home Run Derby—then shuts down the critic who questioned it

Rooker’s small act of caregiving briefly stole the show—and sparked a larger conversation about parenting.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

Parenting, News

News

PBS Kids might disappear—and with it, one of the last screen-time tools parents trust

Losing PBS Kids means losing a trusted educational foundation for millions of families.

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Motherly, Parenting

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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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Child Learn & Play

Why your preschooler isn’t sharing

New research suggests young children want to share—but they don't yet understand how much they have.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

Child Learn & Play, Child, Parenting

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Teen Activities

5 ways to manage screen time for your middle schooler

Students who were usually on task and high-performing were nodding off and "forgetting" to do their homework.

Updated Aug. 07, 2024

Teen Activities, Entertainment, Life, Parenting, Teen, What To Watch

Life

To the very pregnant mama: You WILL sleep again

One day soon, heartburn will be a thing of the past and you will no longer need the giant box of TUMS you keep within arm's reach.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

Parenting

To my firstborn—you are the best big brother I’ve ever seen

My wish is that you will always be best friends. That you always look out for each other. Continue to be each other's biggest fans.

Updated Dec. 03, 2022

Parenting, Motherly Stories

Viral & Trending

This video of a baby breathing is going viral for a very good reason

Here's what parents need to know.

Updated Mar. 18, 2022

Viral & Trending, Children's Health

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News

Ground beef recall: What parents need to know

The recalled beef was sold at Target, Meijer, Safeway and Sam's Club.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

News, Food, Life

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Life

This ‘spa for parents’ offers free babysitting and nap rooms 😍

When can we go?

Updated Feb. 13, 2024

Life

Child Nutrition

15 proven ways to get your kids to eat healthier meals 🥙

10. Try new foods when they're hungry.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

Child Nutrition, Child, Food, Life, Nutrition, Parenting

Shop

12 mamas share the ONE beauty product they can’t live without

*Adds everything to cart*

Updated Dec. 02, 2021

Shop, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Holidays, Home, Life

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Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

Keep using sunscreen—and other essential tips for fall skin care

We've gathered seasonal tips from doctors and dermatologists, including what to try and what to avoid—especially if you have a baby on the way or are nursing.

Updated Sep. 10, 2024

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Beauty

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Celebrity News

How Serena Williams’ daughter comforted her after the U.S. Open will melt your heart

A kiss from a toddler can make any mama feel better.

Updated Dec. 06, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News, Parenting

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Celebrity News

Prince George ‘stole the show’ at family friend’s wedding

As royal watchers pointed out, Prince George and Princess Charlotte know their way around a wedding, having been part of three wedding parties in the last two years.

Updated Dec. 06, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

Baby Shopping Guide

6 best all-in-one car seats

The one and only car seat you'll ever need.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022

Baby Shopping Guide, Baby, Car Seat Safety, Parenting, Safety

Career & Money

Williams-Sonoma is hiring for a ton of work-from-home jobs 🙌

The company is hiring remote workers ahead of the holiday season.

Updated Dec. 06, 2021

Career & Money, Life, News, Work & Motherhood

Baby Health

Pediatricians Call for the Ban of This Common Baby Toy

Well Rounded's Weekly Links are here!

Updated Feb. 04, 2022

Baby Health

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Parenting

11 powerful ways to build a growth mindset in your kids

6. Use the word 'yet' and use it often.

Updated Jan. 27, 2022

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Life

All the things Mr. Rogers taught us that we need to keep learning

"I know how tough it is some days to look with hope and confidence on the months and years ahead," he said in his farewell broadcast. "But I would like to tell you what I often told you when you were much younger. I like you just the way you are."

Updated Sep. 21, 2018

Life