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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.

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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News

Moms First successfully petition for childcare to be addressed during the first presidential debate

The question of how to make childcare more affordable was asked, but only President Biden addressed the question—albeit briefly.

Updated Jun. 28, 2024

News, Family Finances & Budgeting

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Viral & Trending

Caitlin Murray explains why she’s never engaged in ‘imaginary play’ with her three kids, sparking debate

“There is NEVER only one right way to do something,” she says.

Updated Jun. 27, 2024

Viral & Trending

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Health & Wellness

It’s OK if you don’t love your swimsuit body

I’m focusing on body-neutrality instead of body-positivity this season.

Updated Jun. 27, 2024

Health & Wellness, Life

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Our Partners

From on-screen adventures to playtime magic, “Unicorn Academy” delivers the extraordinary this summer

Sophia and Wildstar are back—and we can’t wait.

Updated Jun. 28, 2024

Our Partners, Entertainment, What To Watch

Parenting

I was conflicted about having a third child—here’s what I’ve learned during my daughter’s first year

Our life is busier and louder, but it is also so much brighter now that she’s here.

Updated Jun. 26, 2024

Parenting, Motherly Stories

Celebrity News

Shawn Johnson East says spending the Olympics with her family is ‘better’ than winning

"Being able to share that part of my life with my kids a little bit seems pretty cool"

Updated Jun. 26, 2024

Celebrity News

News

CPSC recalls 21 million Miniverse toy sets for possible skin, eye and lung irritation

Liquid resin contained in the toys can irritate skin, eyes and respiratory systems when touched or inhaled, experts said.

Updated Jun. 26, 2024

News, Safety

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News

Disney is changing its ‘skip-the-line’ system—everything you need to know before your summer trip

One major bonus: you won’t be racing to open the app before the sun comes up on your park days.

Updated Jun. 26, 2024

News

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Celebrity News

Christina Applegate’s 13-year-old daughter shares the ‘uncomfortable’ way her mom helped her understand MS pain

The actress was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2021, and she’s been open about her health journey every step of the way.

Updated Jun. 26, 2024

Celebrity News

Susie Allison of Busy Toddler shares tips to share with kids if they get lost

Travel

Mom lists smart tips to share with your kids if they get lost

“Good parents lose kids. Good kids get lost.”

Updated Jun. 26, 2024

Travel

Viral & Trending

Mattel is releasing a mini version of the Mojo Dojo Casa House Barbie Dream House

It's a Kenovation.

Updated Jun. 25, 2024

Viral & Trending

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News

U.S. Surgeon General emphasizes the seriousness of gun violence: ‘It’s a kids’ issue’

“We have the opportunity to take [gun violence] out of the realm of politics and put it into the realm of public health,” he said.

Updated Jun. 25, 2024

News, Children's Health

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Celebrity News

Robert Pattinson gushes about his 3-month-old daughter and how he’s ‘already’ discovering her ‘personality’

"I can kinda see who she is already."

Updated Jun. 24, 2024

Celebrity News

Celebrity News

Surprise! Mindy Kaling shares sweet news of her 3rd baby—and reveals her name

"She’s the best birthday present I could’ve ever imagined."

Updated Jun. 24, 2024

Celebrity News

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Miscarriage & Loss

Navigating pregnancy loss after the loss of my mother

I worked through the emotions of that miscarriage by telling myself that whoever that little baby was, he or she is up there baking cookies and gardening while my mom is telling them all about me.

Updated Jun. 24, 2024

Miscarriage & Loss

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Celebrity News

Pookie is pregnant! TikTok’s Jett and Campbell Puckett are expecting their first baby

Pookie is looking extra fire tonight—she's pregnant!

Updated Jun. 24, 2024

Celebrity News, Viral & Trending

Baby Names

These whimsical Disney baby names are climbing in popularity

New data shows that Disney-inspired monikers are on the rise. From Merida to Moana, there’s a magical baby name to suit your little one among the bunch.

Updated Jun. 24, 2024

Baby Names

Teen Health

Are teens consuming too much caffeine?

A new national poll shows that 1 in 4 teens are consuming caffeine daily. But many parents say they don’t know the safe or appropriate caffeine levels for teens.

Updated Jun. 24, 2024

Teen Health, Teen Nutrition