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Toddler Learn & Play

Parents say curiosity matters—then tell kids “be careful” 27 times daily, according to research

It's clear we're walking a tightrope between fostering exploration and avoiding a trip to the ER.

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Toddler Learn & Play, Child, Child Learn & Play, Toddler
Mother's touch explained
Viral & Trending

The surprising science behind a mother’s touch—and why it soothes babies so deeply

What if a simple stroke could flip a “safety switch” in your baby—and even calm you too?

Updated Nov. 04, 2025
Viral & Trending, News
is melatonin safe for kids
Child Sleep

Is melatonin safe for kids? What every exhausted parent needs to know

Before you add it to cart, pediatrician Dr. Jessica Klein wants you to pump the brakes and get the facts.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025
Child Sleep, Toddler Sleep
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News

Child therapist “10 truths” go viral: What actually works at home

“When we know better, we do better and that’s how we break cycles"

Updated Nov. 03, 2025
News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Health & Wellness

Postpartum Habits Mental Health
Motherly

10 postpartum habits that protect your mental health

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Motherly, Fourth Trimester, Mental Health, Postpartum
Phrases for Struggling With Milestones
Children's Health

Phrases to try when your child is struggling with milestones (8 that connect)

When progress feels slow, words can increase a child’s stress or their courage. 8 phrases lower pressure, build trust, and keep learning on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Children's Health, Mental Health
Tween Independence
Motherly

7 signs your tween is asking for independence and how to honor it

Tweens crave room to try, stumble and grow. Here are clear signs your tween is asking for some independence, they are ready for more say in their life.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Motherly, Children's Health, Teen, Teen Issues, Tweens
how to start a mutual aid network
Health & Wellness

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

Taking care of each other isn't just charity. It's how we build power.

Updated Oct. 31, 2025
Health & Wellness
Breastfeeding research
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
Period pain
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

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Motherhood can be so many things. And we want to hear what it’s like for you in 2025.

Read the report
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Pregnancy

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Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Willa’s ‘You’re pregnant?’ and Ada’s ‘With who?’ make Thomas Rhett’s baby news utterly priceless.”

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy
Physiological Changes During Pregnancy Based on Oura Data
News

Your body knows first: What Oura’s massive pregnancy study reveals about the science of intuition

Every pregnant person has felt it: that sudden wave of exhaustion, a racing heartbeat while climbing the stairs, or sleep that feels both deeper and lighter.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
News, Pregnancy
Financial Truths Before Maternity Leave
Pregnancy

5 financial truths every mom should know before maternity leave

Maternity leave math is confusing, even when you have benefits. Here's facts that matter most and simple steps to take so your paycheck, premiums, and plans stay on track.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Pregnancy, Second Trimester
kieran culkin baby no 3
Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin once thought he wasn’t ready for kids. Now he’s a dad of three

Kieran Culkin once wasn’t sure about having kids — now he and Jazz Charton are celebrating their third

Updated Nov. 05, 2025
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

News

megan fox
Celebrity News

Megan Fox admits she hasn’t slept in 7 months—and it’s sparking a real conversation about postpartum recovery

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Celebrity News, News, Postpartum
the invisible load explained by a dad
Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
inexpective gift ideas for kids
Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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.

Here are all the celebrity babies born in 2021!

Wait until you hear her queenly name!

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.”

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.
Kendra Austin’s viral clip about hanging out without spending a dime
News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
Reese Witherspoon and daughter Ava
Postpartum

Reese Witherspoon opens up about postpartum depression—and why honesty still matters

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Postpartum, Celebrity News, News
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Celebrity News

Thomas Rhett family finds out baby number five is on the way—and one daughter’s reaction steals the moment

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Parenting

the invisible load explained by a dad
Parenting

This dad attended a birthday party and finally saw what moms have been carrying all along

For many moms, Jonathan’s realization felt like both progress and frustration. It’s validating to be seen, but exhausting to still have to explain.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
inexpective gift ideas for kids
Parenting

This viral “invention box” idea turns everyday trash into hours of creative play

An invention box is essentially a tiny lab where kids learn that trial and error is fun, not scary, and where the “oops” moments are just part of the learning process.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
Parenting, News, Viral & Trending
Kendra Austin’s viral clip about hanging out without spending a dime
News

When your wallet says no—but your heart says yes: $0 ways to keep friendships alive

The “no-buy / low-spend hang” trend is sweeping TikTok, proving that connection matters more than cash—and moms everywhere are taking notes.

Updated Nov. 06, 2025
News, Parenting, Viral & Trending
Make Adoption Celebrated
Parenting

9 supportive rituals that make adoption feel celebrated

Your family’s story deserves to be honored. Simple, repeatable rituals help you mark milestones, nurture connection and keep your child’s identity at the center.

Updated Oct. 30, 2025
Parenting, Adopt & Foster & Surrogacy, Adoption
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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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State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Work & Motherhood

Working moms have long-lasting benefits for their kids, says Harvard study

Having a working mom is good for girls and boys, in different ways.

Updated Apr. 03, 2023
Work & Motherhood, Life
13 phrases to build your childs emotional intelligence featured - Motherly
Parenting

13 phrases to build your child’s emotional intelligence

“I wonder if you are feeling really angry.”

Updated Feb. 01, 2018
Parenting
learn what your anger is telling you and how it can helpnot hurtyour marriage featured - Motherly
Life

Learn what your anger is telling you and how it can help—not hurt—your marriage

Anger is information.

Updated Feb. 01, 2018
Life, Relationships
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Pregnancy

Firing pregnant women is worse for employers in the long run

Firing pregnant women isn’t just bad ethics—it’s bad economics.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
Pregnancy, Work & Motherhood
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Celebrity News

Raise your hand if you passed time during the newborn phase like Jessica Alba ‍♀️

Jessica Alba’s latest Instagram picture is seriously relatable.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
Celebrity News
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Motherly Stories

A letter to my daughter, when someone breaks your heart

I can’t wait to watch you fly. Your heart will break, your wings will need fixing but I’ll be there for all of it.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
Motherly Stories, Relationships
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Life

Early pregnancy weight gain linked to baby’s birth weight, says new study

Up to those first 18 weeks.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life
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Marriage & Partnerships

Motherhood overwhelmed me—and my marriage

It’s not a fairy tale, and this isn’t the end, but it feels pretty happy after all.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
Marriage & Partnerships
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Motherly

Littlest Love of Your Life Sweepstakes Rules

Sweepstakes Rules 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Motherly
4 tips best birth partner featured - Motherly
Birth

4 Tips to Be The Best Birth Partner

Because mom isn't the only one who needs to get ready for birth.

Updated Jan. 31, 2018
Birth, Pregnancy
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Life

What saved me in the early stages of having 4 children under 4

Updated Feb. 25, 2025
Life
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Life

My social media feeds were feeling *too* perfect—so I took a break

I found myself feeling really competitive about really stupid things and not liking the person I was becoming.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life
why moms need to ask for help featured - Motherly
Life

True life: Once I started asking for help things got so much better

And now I kind of want to shout what I've learned from the rooftops: I need help and that's okay! And it's okay if you need help too!

Updated Jan. 31, 2018
Life
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Life

The psychology of clutter: Why we hold onto ‘stuff’—and what that may be teaching our kids

Our clutter tells a story. 

Updated Feb. 25, 2025
Life
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Life

True life: I never thought I’d co-sleep, but it’s what works for my family

Co-sleeping has been the answer for my family. It’s okay if it’s not for yours.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Life
mom and boys
Life

Being a #boymom is right for me, so I’m not ‘trying’ for a girl

I love my boys.

Updated Dec. 22, 2022
Life
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Celebrity News

Kirsten Dunst’s pregnancy reveal is downright stunning

Congratulations are in order for Fargo co-stars turned expectant parents Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons!

Updated Jan. 31, 2018
Celebrity News
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Baby Shopping Guide

The new Land of Nod + Sesame Street collection could not BE any cuter

We seriously want every. single. thing.

Updated Feb. 27, 2023
Baby Shopping Guide
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Celebrity News

David Schwimmer’s take on teaching his daughter body safety is seriously perfect

Thanks to Schwimmer for doing his part—both as an educator and a parent.

Updated Jan. 31, 2018
Celebrity News
mom doing skin-to-skin with new baby
It's Science

It’s science: Skin-to-skin time benefits your baby—even 20 years later

Go ahead and snuggle.

Updated Jan. 18, 2022
It's Science, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Parenting
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