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This nutritionist couldn’t find clean supplements for her neurodivergent son, so she made her own

How one nutritionist's kitchen experiments became a mission to help other parents.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025
AI in parenting

The mom using AI to cut 97% of her mental load—and find more time for her kids

She’s using AI to handle everything from meal planning to meltdown-proof morning routines, freeing up her brain for the part of parenting she loves most.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
Toddler in flight

The $3 item parents swear by for keeping babies and toddlers entertained on flights

One mom’s low-lift, genius solution is earning high praise from parents—and it costs less than your airport coffee: painter’s tape.

Updated Aug. 11, 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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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
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Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025
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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
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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. 25, 2025
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The number of working moms with young kids just hit a 3-year low — here’s why

Child care costs, rigid schedules, and shrinking flexibility are forcing many to ask: how long can I really keep this going?

Updated Aug. 12, 2025
Boy mom

Why parents are calling out this ‘boy mom’ post about her son’s future girlfriend

“I’m a boy mom and one day, some teenage girl is gonna break his heart… and I’m gonna have to square up with a 16-year-old.”

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
AI in parenting

The mom using AI to cut 97% of her mental load—and find more time for her kids

She’s using AI to handle everything from meal planning to meltdown-proof morning routines, freeing up her brain for the part of parenting she loves most.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
Emergency call

When late-night missed calls from your kid send you into panic mode — and the ‘emergency’ turns out to be a login code

A recent TikTok from mom Meredith Thornton perfectly captured this phenomenon—waking up to multiple missed calls from her 18-year-old son Van, only to discover he needed a Microsoft code.

Updated Aug. 11, 2025
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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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Mom 101: How to choose the right baby carrier

Life changing, mama.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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You’re not a bad mama because you work

Here are five ways to help you get through that guilt.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Secure attachment means giving your children independence, too

Part of loving our kids is creating room for them to learn—that just doesn’t have to be all the room in the world.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Chrissy Teigen asks for advice on pregnancy headaches—and internet moms deliver

“Someone… please help. Don’t say water. Or Tylenol. Or iron. Or magnesium. I need witchcraft.”

Updated Oct. 05, 2022
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The 10 most important parenting lessons we learned in 2017

7. It’s okay to re-assess the rules and change them

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Just. SLEEP. —29-month-old

You've got this. Sleep is one of the great challenges of motherhood. Your bed is so close—yet, so far. If you're doing the 3 am shuffle this week, know this: all bad sleep habits will (one day) come to an end. And coffee is always your friend. ☕️ XO, TeamMotherly P.S. This is how our sleep expert helps her kids to fall asleep—and stay asleep.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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That toddler life —26-month-old

You've got this. Wake up. Spill my breakfast. Put my pants on. Take my pants off. Draw with crayons. On mom's wall. Ask for Cheerios. Dump them on the floor. Ask to go to the park. Fall asleep on the stroller ride there. Toddler life is the best life. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. ✨Magic Erasers really are magic. ✨

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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Bless this mess —25-month-old

You've got this. Next up in the Guinness Book of World Records—your toddler!—for setting the record for fastest time throwing all his books on the floor, unfolding your just-folded laundry, and turning your sparkling-clean kitchen into an instant pots-and-pans-on-the-floor danger zone. It's a good thing they're cute. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. One way to clean less is to own less. Here are 20 things you can declutter from your home today! ✨

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
Why I Didn’t Leave the City When I Had Kids

Why I Didn’t Leave the City When I Had Kids

Twiniversity’s founder sounds off on city life with twins.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022
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New mama, you don’t have to ‘cherish every moment’

But I will tell you this…

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Watch the most inspiring viral parenting moments of 2017

In the midst of chaotic days, tantrums and tragedies, we were reminded of what’s most important in life.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Serena Williams asked for teething tips for her 3-month-old—and moms of the internet delivered

Serena Williams is realizing that teething may be hardest on the parents.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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2017: The year #MeToo happened and what it meant for moms

#MeToo is sparking plenty of off-line conversations between parents and kids.

Updated Dec. 22, 2021
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I didn’t wait until I was “ready” for motherhood—and I’ve never been happier

We’re also learning as we go, just as I assume all parents are.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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6 ways to use ‘special time’ to deepen the bond with your child

If they can rely on this regular dose of closeness, they become more willing to cooperate, more ready to connect.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Uncle Jesse’s Having A Baby!

Well Rounded's weekly links are here.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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