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Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

News

Families brace for empty grocery cards as a government shutdown drags on

For millions of parents, that quick EBT balance check is really a check on whether there’s enough for milk, bread, and dinner tonight.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

News, government financial aid, Parenting

Food

How to feed your family for under $5: Canned bean dinners that are really delicious

Affordable canned bean dinners under $5 that stretch your budget without sacrificing nutrition or taste when money is tight.

Updated Oct. 29, 2025

Food

News

Minnesota mom spots smoke from school bus and saves 22 children from fire

A Bethel, Minnesota mother’s quick thinking turned an ordinary school day into a lesson on intuition, courage, and the quiet power of community.

Updated Oct. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Mutual aid 101: How to start or join a community food sharing network

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Health & Wellness

Women's Health

New research reveals a hidden way breastfeeding may protect moms for decades

It’s a discovery that deepens what we know about the lasting strength of maternal biology.

Updated Oct. 23, 2025

Women's Health, Health & Wellness

Teen Health

Why so many teens still hide period pain—and the coach script parents are asking for

73% of teens feel they must “tough it out” on their period.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

Children's Health

Peanut allergies in U.S. babies have dropped — here’s how early introduction is helping (and how to try it safely)

That drop represents thousands of children who may never experience a life-threatening reaction.

Updated Oct. 22, 2025

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

dog alerts mom about son's low blood sugar

Viral & Trending

Paws at the door—and a mom realizes what her child’s service dog already knew

A thump at the door, a stare, and seconds later—Mom knows her son’s blood sugar is dropping. Ducky, their service dog, spotted it first

Updated Oct. 21, 2025

Viral & Trending, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Our Partners

5 Smart Questions to Ask a Doctor About Your Child’s Eczema Treatment

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Pregnancy

10 things seasoned moms want you to know about C-sections

Ten mom-tested truths about C-sections, backed by leading medical guidance, to help you plan your birth, advocate in the OR and recover with confidence.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Pregnancy, Second Trimester

News

New study uncovers a surprising link between C-sections and sleep

Every mom expects sleepless nights with a newborn. For those recovering from a C-section, that exhaustion may have a deeper cause.

Updated Oct. 20, 2025

News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Charlie Puth’s tender “Changes” video reveal shows he’s preparing for his biggest role yet—fatherhood

For Charlie, this reveal marks a personal milestone, and a glimpse into how love and family can shape creativity.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby news comes with a surprise no one saw coming

But beneath the buzz was something deeper: a reflection of how modern motherhood and ambition can coexist, and even fuel one another.

Updated Oct. 17, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Safety

Popular high chair recalled after reports of deadly safety hazards—here’s what parents need to know

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Safety, News, Parenting

Postpartum

Keira Knightley opens up about her postpartum crash—And the Pressure moms still feel to ‘bounce back’

From sleepless nights to a sudden hormonal crash, Keira Knightley opens up about the hidden emotional rollercoaster that no one sees.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Postpartum, Celebrity News, News

Jennifer Lawrence talks about postpartum

Celebrity News

Jennifer Lawrence opens up about postpartum anxiety—and the fears so many new moms quietly carry

Even Jennifer Lawrence knows the fears new moms don’t always talk about, like wondering if your baby is okay while they sleep, and how unexpected comfort can come from surprising places.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Postpartum

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.

News

Kids bring Halloween magic to nursing homes—and remind everyone what connection really looks like

Updated Oct. 31, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

When her 94-year-old grandma on hospice spoke up, this mom heard the truth behind all the criticism

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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Parenting

One mom’s viral meltdown about ‘doing it all’ perfectly captures the math of modern motherhood

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, Motherhood Understood, News, Viral & Trending

Safety

Popular high chair recalled after reports of deadly safety hazards—here’s what parents need to know

Harppa’s 5-in-1 Convertible High Chair has just been recalled after federal safety officials found it poses serious fall and entrapment risks

Updated Nov. 03, 2025

Safety, News, Parenting

Parenting

When her 94-year-old grandma on hospice spoke up, this mom heard the truth behind all the criticism

Parenting with empathy doesn’t erase the past, but it can begin to rewrite the story.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

One mom’s viral meltdown about ‘doing it all’ perfectly captures the math of modern motherhood

Emily’s reel did not go viral because it offered a solution. It resonated because it named what so many parents are carrying

Updated Oct. 30, 2025

Parenting, Motherhood Understood, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

A boy stirs lasagna with his mom—what he says next melts hearts and feeds a bigger lesson

Her video captured what everyday parenting looks like at its best—teaching empathy, confidence, and care through the small rituals that fill ordinary days.

Updated Oct. 28, 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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What to wear in holiday photos: 4 coordinating looks for the entire family

If you're not a fan of matching outfits, having coordinated looks can help you achieve the perfect picture.

Updated Dec. 07, 2021

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

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Celebrity News

Gabrielle Union just surprised us all with her birth announcement 🎉

The actress just dropped a baby news bombshell on Instagram.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Celebrity News, Life, News

Child

6 powerful benefits of giving your child a choice

3. Cultivate a sense of value

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Child, Child Learn & Play, Child Milestones, Parenting

Marriage & Partnerships

Our date nights have been pushed aside—but it’s not forever

We will get back to that place one day—that place where you take a purse with you instead of the diaper bag or wear the non-sensible heels.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Parenting, Relationships

Life

I didn’t know how badly I wanted a natural birth until it wasn’t an option

It wasn't until my husband and I dashed out to buy a few baby necessities in case I started bleeding or went into labor early (two of the condition's risks), did I realize I wouldn't get to apply anything I'd already read about natural childbirth. I burst into tears.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

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News

Women (and mothers) made history in the midterms 👏

A record number of women are headed to congress.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

News, Life

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It's Science

Were You Disappointed By Your Birth?

Here are 5 steps that can help you through the process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2018

It's Science

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Our Partners

This cool reading tool will make you rethink screen time for your kids

Learning time that feels like play time. 🙌

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Our Partners, Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

8 ways to take care of yourself emotionally and model it for your kids featured - Motherly

It's Science

8 ways to take care of yourself emotionally—and why it’s important for your kids

1. Accept care and support when you need it.

Updated Nov. 06, 2018

It's Science

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Life

Moms, we need each other

No one GETS IT like we do.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

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Parenting

6 questions Montessori teachers ask when they want to change ‘bad’ behavior

"How can I change the layout of the room to address the behavior?"

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play

Pregnancy Products

16 incredible holiday gifts every pregnant mama needs

These perfect picks for the pregnant mama in your life (even if that includes you—we won't tell!) are our best finds this holiday season.

Updated Nov. 09, 2022

Pregnancy Products, Christmas

6 celebrity parents who took their kids to the polls featured - Motherly

News

6 celebrity parents who voted with their kids 👏

We see you, Jessica Alba.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

News, Child, Child Milestones, Life, Parenting

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Celebrity News

Joanna Gaines’ mantra for eliminating mom guilt is genius

It's all about replacing one word with another.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Celebrity News, Life, News, Parenting

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News

4 types of Duncan Hines cake mix are being recalled due to salmonella concerns 🚨

Here's what parents need to know.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

News, Child, Child Nutrition, Food, Health & Wellness, Life, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Nutrition

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Life

If I want to raise confident adults, I must accept opinionated children

Most of the things that I find frustrating and exhausting in parenting my children are the result of characteristics that will serve my children well in life.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life

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Motherhood Understood

Alexis on choosing to take antidepressants while breastfeeding

After my son was born, all I wanted was sleep. But I was scared of closing my eyes for fear of something happening to him during that time. I couldn’t shut my mind off from all the irrational thoughts running through it.

Updated Oct. 18, 2022

Motherhood Understood

Grandparents & Extended Families

Being a grandmother is the greatest joy of my life

Seeing this child—and falling in love with him immediately—was an experience like nothing else. I wanted to protect him. To love him. To hug and kiss him. I wanted to be there for every moment, big or small. Every milestone. Always.

Updated Mar. 25, 2022

Grandparents & Extended Families, Life, Relationships