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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

Popular nursery chair recalled for overheating hazard—here’s what parents need to know

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

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News

Pete Davidson announces baby news in the most Pete way—and yes, there are photos

“The pair couldn’t be more excited,” TMZ reports.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

News, Celebrity 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.

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

News

Chalk, a squirt gun, and 18 minutes of peace: A mom’s low-key win goes viral

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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

Parenting

Katherine Schwarzenegger hired a stepparenting coach—here’s what every blended family can learn

“Stepparenting is extra confusing because you aren’t a parent, you’re not a nanny, you’re not an assistant.”

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

Parenting, Celebrity News, News

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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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A little bit louder now —26-month-old

There is a time and place for wine. Now, and in my hand. We've all been told to ignore the tantrums, that they are just a cry for attention. But what if it's more than that? What is it's not actually about attention, but connection? Sometimes a hug is just what is needed… for your toddler and for you. (And sometimes mama just needs a glass of wine and time to unwind with her friends. That helps, too.)XO, TeamMotherly P.S. In My Heart: A Book of Feelings by Jo Witek is awesome for helping little ones connect with and identify their emotions.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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Your love is —31-month-old

I'm just winging it. Motherhood, eyeliner, everything. Let's face we it—moms today are under a lot of pressure. Whether inflicted by social media or ourselves, we spend so much time trying to be "perfect." But here's the thing—to your child, you already are. All he wants is your attention and love, and you're already an expert at that. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. I Love You Stinky Face by Lisa McCourt gives us all the feels about all the ways we love our littles.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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Please + thank you ✔️—28-month-old

My mini me is awesome. Those little eyes are ALWAYS on you ?—1. You are gorgeous, and 2. You are her biggest role model. As your little human watches you be a good human, she is learning so much about how to become an awesome member of society. Pretty powerful stuff, mama. P.S. Try play that requires lots of "pleases" and "thank yous," like a tea party with Green Toys Tea Set.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Motherly

Tiny human, HUGE feelings —25-month-old

Grow through what you go through. If you ever wonder how such a little person can have such big (and loud) feelings, you are not alone. It's so hard, but also so normal. Instead of thinking to yourself "she's giving me a hard time," try "she's having a hard time"—the little switch can help you bring your stress level down a bit. Hang in there, mama. You've got this. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. For the really hard moments, check out Motherly's bundle of Mama Meditations.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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Diamond in the rough —36-month-old

Be true to you.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Motherly

Life

I’m not letting ticks ruin our summer

At a certain point of my tick-research, I think I have become so pissed at these ticks that I just decided to started living.

Updated May. 04, 2022

Life

Home

Why I Travel The World With My Kid

This mama decided to take her family on the adventure of a lifetime.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022

Home, Life, Travel

Fitness

Prenatal Water Workouts

Four ways to stay fit and beat the summer heat.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022

Fitness, Pregnancy

Life

Break your digital addiction with something familiar: baby steps

Even this mindfulness expert needed a bit of help! ?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life

Life

Even though it’s worth it, let’s admit parenting fatigue is REAL

Beyond the level of physical exhaustion is that induced by parenting.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life

Parenting

Being your mother is the hardest, best thing I’ll ever do

This isn’t easy. But it sure is generously rewarded by love.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Parenting

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Breastfeeding

New breast pump cleaning guidelines for working moms: Experts clear up confusion

“My advice is to find a sustainable approach that fits a mom’s circumstance.”

Updated Jan. 07, 2022

Breastfeeding, For Mama

Life

Toddler and the officer who delivered her on a roadside reunite for adorable photos

Sweetest. Reunion. Ever.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Life

The Girl Scouts add 23 STEM and nature badges to encourage little leaders of tomorrow

Girl Scouts of today—future science and tech leaders of tomorrow!

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life, News, Viral & Trending

Children's Health

Poison control calls about kids ingesting supplements have spiked: What parents need to know

Store supplements up and out of reach of children—just like any other medications.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Life

Motherly

Attached to you —35-month-old

“Playing dress up starts at age 5 and never truly ends"—Kate Spade. When it comes to raising independent kids, scientists have learned that it's all about attachment. So go ahead and give them that extra cuddling and doting when they need it. You're setting them up for success, and making your mama soul happy while you're at it. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Speaking of cuddling, wrap you and your toddler up in love and softness in this gorgeous sweater from Ingrid + Isabel.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Motherly

We hear you —33-month-old

Toddler=sunshine mixed with a little hurricane. Anyone else feel like their houseplants are sometimes better listeners than their toddlers? Those moments can be so, so hard. We hear you mama (even if you kiddo doesn't seem to). We promise that you're getting through to them. Just keep on' keepin' on. You've got this. XO, TeamMotherly

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Motherly

Night time is the right time —34-month-old

Let's all go back to bed. You've spent all day taking care of your toddler. It's been fun, but let's be honest—mama needs a break. Perfecting your bedtime routine is so important. It'll help settle your tot in for the rest they need, and help YOU settle into the couch for your necessary Netflix and Chill time. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Couch time is made so much better by comfy leggings. Check out our faves!

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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