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The Kids' Brand 2 Million Moms Are Quietly Obsessing Over

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
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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
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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
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Try these positive affirmations to help raise a confident child

Positive affirmations can teach kids to have confidence in themselves.

Updated Sep. 12, 2025

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

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
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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
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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
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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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Overcommunication is exactly what your marriage could benefit from

That means we have to start getting real—with ourselves and our partners.

Updated Jan. 18, 2018
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Want more female leaders? Reward impact—not time sitting at a desk

New research confirms that it’s simply not possible to be productive for eight hours per day.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This mom of 54 prepares for a new challenge—giving birth for the first time

Maggie Doyne opens up to Motherly about her amazing life—and the exciting next chapter.

Updated Jan. 25, 2023
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What your zodiac sign says about your parenting style

Hey, girl, what’s your sign?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Cloth Diapering Doesn’t Define Me

When you stop labeling parents, you just might learn a thing or two.

Updated Jan. 18, 2018
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I was told I could never have kids – but then I got pregnant

I took a pregnancy test. It was positive. I took six more tests. They were all positive.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
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Actually, I don’t want to breastfeed in public

When it comes to my own body and my own breasts, it’s just not for me, and that’s okay.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The minute we got that call, I knew you were our daughter

As they placed this 5lb 4oz baby in my arms, I looked at her and I knew. “Hi Ella,” I said, “I’m your Mommy.”

Updated Jan. 17, 2018
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Being an introverted mama can be lonely—but it doesn’t have to be

Can I call someone my person if she already had a well-established group of her own before I came along?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Serena Williams’ traumatic birth experience isn’t rare for black women—and that needs to change

The U.S. has the worst maternal mortality rate of all developed countries. And it’s worst of all for black women.

Updated Jan. 17, 2018
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Motherhood helped me learn who my real friends are

These days, my friendships are few, but they are rich.

Updated May. 19, 2022
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Why I’ll never judge someone else’s parenting

I’m too busy making mistakes and praying my kids turn out alright anyway.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Breastfeeding cuts a mother’s type 2 diabetes risk in half, study shows

The biggest benefits were seen after 6 months, but any amount of breastfeeding reduced mom’s risk.

Updated Aug. 16, 2023
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Raising families without community makes parenting so much harder to do

It truly does ‘take a village.’ 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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It’s science: Pregnancy brain prepares you to bond with baby

‘Baby brain’ is actually an important adaptive phenomenon that might help women prepare for raising their children.

Updated Jan. 16, 2018
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FDA says to toss opioid-based cold medicines for kids

Check your medicine cabinets. 

Updated Jan. 16, 2018
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