Motherly – A wellbeing brand empowering mothers to thrive

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

Our Partners, Child Shopping Guide, Shop, Toddler Shopping Guides

News

A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

Entertainment, News, Viral & Trending, What To Watch

Dr. Becky shares menu hack for school year

Viral & Trending

Dr. Becky has a helpful breakfast hack that will save your sanity on busy mornings

"Try it. It's magic"

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Health & Wellness

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

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

Health & Wellness

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

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

News

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

News, Birth, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

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

Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Pregnancy

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025

Pregnancy

Woman explaining why you should not be scared of your parents moods

News

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

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

News

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

News, Birth, Pregnancy

Baby sleeping in crib with a bug on her leg

News

When mom instincts meet motherhood fears: The moment a spider tested one mother’s courage

A parenting video that had everyone holding their breath

Updated Sep. 15, 2025

News, Baby, Viral & Trending

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.

Celebrity News

Saoirse Ronan takes first stroll as a mom—and fans are celebrating

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

Celebrity News, Birth, News

Baby

This 5-month-old’s hair has strangers stopping in their tracks

Updated Sep. 11, 2025

Baby, News, Viral & Trending

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

News

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

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

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

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

Parenting

New Mexico becomes first state with free universal child care—what families can expect on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 11, 2025

Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting

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.

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.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

Watch Now

Our Latest Podcast Episodes

The Motherly Podcast

[ENCORE EPISODE] Jennifer Wallace on breaking the chains of toxic achievement culture

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Breaking the Argument Hangover with The Freemans

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Allyson Felix on Motherhood, Medal Wins, and Fighting for Moms in Sports

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Nadia van de Walle Wants Financial Confidence for Every Mom

Listen Now

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

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.

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

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

20 easy-to-wear pieces to update your fall wardrobe🍂

From the perfect plaid flannel to bold cardigan dusters that turn any T-shirt and jeans into an unforgettable look, getting dressed doesn't have to be complicated.

Updated Sep. 06, 2023

Beauty & Style Shopping Guides, Beauty & Style

Shop

The top 40 toys kids will want this season—according to kids

We've got some intel for your holiday shopping, mama.

Updated Oct. 15, 2018

Shop

Celebrity News

Meghan Markle’s pregnancy: What we know so far

Discover what we know about Meghan Markle's pregnancy and how it resonates with parents everywhere.

Updated Apr. 14, 2025

Celebrity News, Life, News

mom supporting mom toddler tantrum at target featured - Motherly

Viral & Trending

This mom’s post about a toddler’s tantrum at Target goes viral for the best reason

Sometimes, it's okay to talk to strangers.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

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

meghan markle pregnant prince harry featured - Motherly

Celebrity News

Meghan Markle is pregnant! Congratulations to Prince Harry and the Duchess 🎉

Exciting news for parents! Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are having a baby. Join the celebration of this royal journey!

Updated Apr. 14, 2025

Celebrity News, Life, News

Postpartum

I finally realized I had postpartum anxiety—and everything changed

When my oldest son would fall asleep in my arms, I wouldn't grab my phone for a picture. Instead, I would start Googling. How long should newborns sleep? Should you wake a sleeping baby? Can you spoil an infant? From the moment he shut his eyes, I would worry about what I was doing wrong.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Postpartum, Motherly Stories

mom holding baby at the beach, wondering if babies get bored

Baby Learn & Play

Do babies get bored? Yes—and it’s good for them

It's healthy for babied to have scheduled unscheduled downtimes when they are allowed to play alone, without structure.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023

Baby Learn & Play, Baby, Parenting

Life

Remember mama, your toddler is human, too

Sometimes slowing down and lowering my expectations—both of myself and my son—makes all the difference. Sometimes simply acknowledging that we both need a little extra validation and a lot of extra grace is huge.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

Halloween

6 fun (and non-scary!) ways to celebrate Halloween with your toddler

No scary monsters necessary.

Updated Oct. 04, 2022

Halloween, Toddler Learn & Play

how to practice mindfulness when busy featured - Motherly

Life

How to practice mindfulness when your to-do list feels too full, mama

What if mindfulness was something you could do right now, even as you are reading these words?

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

two moms two babies one family featured scaled - Motherly

Pregnancy

This woman and her wife are both pregnant—and due on the same day ❤️

The two women share a love story, a home, a profession, and a due date (although their medical team is hoping to give them at least 36 hours between births).

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Pregnancy

how to help hurricane michael victims featured - Motherly

News

10 powerful ways to help children + families impacted by Hurricane Michael

They need us now.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

News, Life, Parenting

kids being kids at todays royal wedding featured - Motherly

Celebrity News

The best photos of Princess Charlotte and Prince George at Princess Eugenie’s royal wedding

Discover the best photos of Princess Charlotte and Prince George at Princess Eugenie's royal wedding that every parent will love!

Updated Apr. 14, 2025

Celebrity News, Life, News

Health & Wellness

Why First Time Moms Shouldn’t Wait to Push

Well Rounded's Weekly Links are Here!

Updated Feb. 03, 2022

Health & Wellness, Adult, Birth, Fitness, Life, News, Self Care, Women's Health

Marriage & Partnerships

I never expected to give birth to a mini-you

Your hands, worn in infant size by her. Your toes. The color of her hair—identical to yours as a child. The shape of her chin and the curve of her upper lip. Your placid expression was mirrored by hers as she gazed out at the world in those first months.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Marriage & Partnerships, Baby, Life, Parenting, Relationships

early pushing during labor may be better for moms study featured - Motherly

Birth

You no longer have to delay early pushing during labor, says new study

The study of 2,400 first-time mothers found there was no difference in eventual C-section rates between women who pushed early or waited an hour.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

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

postpartum hair loss struggle: woman with hair in front of her face

Beauty

The postpartum hair loss struggle is real

I can handle some hair loss because, in a way, it gave me my children. I can handle some hair loss because it will grow back. I can handle some hair loss because, in the grand scheme of things, it is a very small issue.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

Beauty, Postpartum