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Child Learn & Play

Body language expert shares 3 simple ways to raise socially skilled kids

Updated Oct. 06, 2025

Child Learn & Play

Postpartum

A breakthrough for postpartum moms: What new research really says about tirzepatide and breastfeeding

“It’s not about racing to thinness. It’s about giving women safe, evidence-based options.”

Updated Oct. 06, 2025

Postpartum, News

Grandparents & Extended Families

What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Grandparents & Extended Families, News, Parenting, Relationships

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Work & Motherhood

Stay-at-home mom describes the uneasy shift from earning to ‘our money’—and why so many relate

When a stay-at-home mom admitted that spending “our money” still feels uncomfortable, millions of parents nodded along.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Viral & Trending

Children's Health

An education expert’s plan for parents navigating climate anxiety in kids (when you’re scared too)

Updated Oct. 09, 2025

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health

Health & Wellness

That alarm sound is actually ruining your day—here’s why (and what to do about it)

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Women's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I wanted to be proactive about my health—this platform made it easy

Everlywell emphasized context and care in a way that acknowledged the realities of women’s health.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Pregnancy

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Pregnancy, Health & Wellness, News, Women's Health

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Health & Wellness

Chrissy Teigen on motherhood, postpartum healing, and advocating for kids with Type 1 diabetes

Chrissy Teigen opens up about surprises in motherhood, embracing imperfection, and her son’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

Updated Sep. 17, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health, Podcast, The Motherly Podcast

Health & Wellness

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

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Pregnancy

Cardi B opened up about prenatal depression—and she’s helping moms feel less alone

She admitted that thoughts of raising her baby alone and losing her partner’s companionship spiralled into sadness and depression.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Pregnancy, Celebrity News, News

News

One workplace law cut miscarriage rates by nearly 10%—and it’s changing how we treat pregnancy at work

When workplaces make small accommodations, pregnancy outcomes improve dramatically.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

News, Getting Pregnant, Miscarriage & Loss, Pregnancy

Viral & Trending

The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Pregnancy

Celebrity News

Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety

Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, Celebrity News, News, Viral & Trending

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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Parenting

Girl dad asks why his toddler watches his workouts—her answer has parents in stitches

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Work & Motherhood

This mom brought her baby to a meeting—and reminded us what true workplace support look

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Baby wouldn’t stop crying—and this mom found a way to stay present through the noise

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Safety

Mom Genius baby gates recalled after safety warning—what parents need to know

No injuries have been reported, but a new recall is urging parents to stop using certain Mom Genius retractable safety gates immediately.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Safety, Parenting

Viral & Trending

‘Is that a baby?’ The split-second that changed one driver’s morning

Bus driver Barbara Baker spotted a toddler alone in the street, and her quick thinking turned a regular route into a real-life rescue.

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting, Safety

Parenting

Mom teaches son about periods—and the internet’s calling it a parenting masterclass

This mom turned laundry day into a powerful lesson on periods and empathy (and her son nailed it).

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

“Four feels like three!”: Ashley Graham and Kylie Kelce spark debate over the hardest child number

“I have found that four feels very similar to three.”

Updated Oct. 10, 2025

Parenting, Celebrity News, 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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This Is Birth

We started our curated This is: Birth film series to give representation to the many varied ways that women give birth. Shot by talented independent videographers, these birth films can be a resource for the expecting mama or anyone who is curious to see what birth really looks like.

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Celebrity News

Kerry Washington’s natural hair isn’t a fashion statement—it’s a message to her kids

“I love myself no matter what way I choose to wear my hair that day.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

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Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

Please don’t ask me if I’m breastfeeding

No woman should ever be ashamed of her choices to feed her child, no matter what the reason is.

Updated Feb. 08, 2023

Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas, Motherly Stories

What To Read

These are the best picture books of 2017

Stories that sparked our imaginations, made us giggle, and captured our hearts.

Updated Feb. 27, 2023

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Life

Use the holidays to boost your relationship—not stress it out

5. Give each other some leeway… and tenderness

Updated Jan. 15, 2022

Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships

Health & Wellness

It’s science: breastfeeding can deepen mom’s bond with baby—for years to come

The research offers an important lesson for all parents.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Health & Wellness, It's Science, Life

Life

Chip Gaines’ advice for working parents will put your heart at ease

OF COURSE Chip Gaines has an awesome perspective on work-life balance.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022

Life, Celebrity News, News

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Marriage & Partnerships

To my husband: I may not always say it, but—I need you and I’m so grateful for you

I need your long, warm hug after a draining day of messes and meltdowns, dirty diapers and dishes.

Updated Feb. 16, 2023

Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Relationships

Child

Why sensitive kids will make the world a better place

They have a light within them, and it’s our duty as their parents to help them be comfortable with letting it shine.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

Health & Wellness

It’s Science: Dads of preemies are more stressed after baby comes home

This says a lot about the pressure on all new dads.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Health & Wellness, It's Science, Life

Celebrity News

It feels like rejection when your baby prefers the bottle, says Jenny Mollen

Comedian Jenny Mollen just got real about her son’s nipple preference.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Celebrity News, Life, News

Life

No more stuff for the holidays — 5 ways to replace stuff with experiences

5 ways to rethink gifts for your little ones this holiday season.

Updated Dec. 23, 2021

Life, Holidays, Home, The Holidays

Parenting

Our kids are watching—let’s teach them how to love who they are

It’s time to be our own cheerleader, to pat ourselves on the back and to cut ourselves some slack.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Parenting

Zutano Gift Card & Booties Giveaway

Win some of your fave booties AND $150 gift card!

Updated Jan. 27, 2022

Parenting, Adult, Baby, Baby Shopping Guide

Parenting

How to parent a child with a sensitive heart

This empathy can be great, but also painful at times.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Health

Third Trimester

I can’t wait to meet you, baby, but I also want to keep you safe inside

Once you make your entry into the world, I know there are things I can’t protect you from.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022

Third Trimester, Life, Motherly Stories, Pregnancy

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Parenting

Montessori at home: why punishment doesn’t work—but consequences do

When they understand the natural consequences, they learn to make responsible choices on their own, rather than to avoid punishment.

Updated Jan. 31, 2023

Parenting, Child Learn & Play

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New Years

My 8 steps to becoming a better mama in the New Year

It’s not perfection I’m aiming for, but improvement.

Updated Dec. 20, 2024

New Years, Holidays, Life, Parenting

The Holidays

5 ways to simplify Christmas—and embrace the joy—this year

5. Limit your commitments so you can focus on family time. ✨

Updated Jan. 13, 2022

The Holidays, Christmas, Holidays, Life

Marriage & Partnerships

Guide your children with these 10 healthy marriage habits

Role modeling is one of the most powerful tools you have in guiding your child.

Updated Jan. 27, 2023

Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Relationships

It's Science

It’s Science: Toddlers are happier with fewer toys

Declutter away, mama.

Updated Apr. 24, 2025

It's Science, Health & Wellness, Life, Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

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