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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

Toddler

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025

Toddler, Toddler Health, Toddler Learn & Play

Viral & Trending

This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025

Viral & Trending, Child, Child Learn & Play, News

Food

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 2025

Food

Pregnancy

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

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

Parenting

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

Parenting, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Safety

Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Here’s how one dad saved his daughter—and the skills that can save yours, too.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

Health & Wellness, Baby, Baby Health, Children's Health, Parenting

Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

Children's Health, Baby, Baby Health, Health & Wellness, News, Parenting

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

Pregnancy

The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025

Pregnancy, News

Celebrity News

Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Celebrity News

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025

Celebrity News, News, Pregnancy

dad explains what his disabled daughter experienced at the playground

Viral & Trending

Parents are praising this viral reel of a dad teaching his daughter that curiosity is kindness

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

Parenting

This screen-time reset hack is transforming routines in families everywhere

Child development experts emphasize that routines and clear boundaries reduce decision fatigue for kids

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

younger sister explaining her imaginary friend to brother

Viral & Trending

This 7-year-old’s drawing of her ‘best friend’ stunned her brother—what parents should know about imaginary friends

Her 7-year-old’s spooky drawing went viral—but imaginary friends are totally normal, say experts

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Toddler Learn & Play

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

How a simple gesture went viral for creating a major co-parenting win

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

The no. 1 way a former nanny gets toddlers to listen

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

AI can now scan a mammogram and reveal a woman’s 5-year cancer risk—what moms should know

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

News, Motherly

Viral & Trending

Parents are praising this viral reel of a dad teaching his daughter that curiosity is kindness

Child development experts say moments like these matter for more than just manners. They’re foundational for raising empathetic kids

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

Parenting

This screen-time reset hack is transforming routines in families everywhere

Child development experts emphasize that routines and clear boundaries reduce decision fatigue for kids

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Her daughter asked about wrinkles―her answer could change the way kids see themselves

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

News, Parenting, Viral & Trending

Parenting

An 11-year-old was about to get her first phone—then her mom came up with a ‘social media prep school

This mom’s “Social Media Prep School” is teaching her tween how to handle online comments before they even get a phone.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

pregnant woman with hand on her belly- motherly top pregnancy stories

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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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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Life

To my messy (wonderful) husband

You’ll never regret having crumbs in your kitchen if it means your children are secure in their father’s love for them.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships

Parenting

Newborn sleep patterns: What to expect + when to rest

The best thing you can do—create a bond that will help you when the time comes to teach healthy sleep habits

Updated Feb. 16, 2022

Parenting, Baby

Parenting

A sleep consultant’s letter to a mama in the middle of sleep exhaustion

I wish I could sprinkle fairy sleep dust on your entire household.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Parenting

Life

Confession: I think I internet too much

I want to use technology when I have a purpose to, and I want to be intentional about the times when I am simply enjoying my surroundings without a red notification dot in sight. ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Life

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Your very first feeds—How to breastfeed your newborn in the hospital after birth

I want you to remember that this little teeny tiny slimy kid placed on your chest, is YOUR baby.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Your best breastfeeding positions: All the ways to feed your little one

Most importantly, enjoy it.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Your best latch: 10 things to know to breastfeed without pain

How to make breastfeeding pain-free and everything you want it to be

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips

Motherly

Who are you becoming, mama ?

Emojis speak louder than words.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Motherly

Parenting

Dear new mama of two: It gets easier before you even realize it. Believe me.

You’ve got this. I have so much faith in you. It’s all going to get easier; not in a year, not in six months, but next month. Next week. Tomorrow.

Updated May. 23, 2023

Parenting, Baby, Child, Life, Teen, Toddler

Second Trimester

What to eat during the second trimester of pregnancy

Nutritional needs for a growing mom and baby.

Updated Nov. 14, 2022

Second Trimester, Food, Health & Wellness, Life, Nutrition, Pregnancy, Women's Health

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Why You Shouldn’t Buy Your Baby Food in the Baby Food Aisle

Move a few rows down to the refrigerator, mama.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips, Our Partners

Parenting

How to Make Your Baby an Art Snob

And 5 things your mom group’s talking about this week.

Updated Feb. 25, 2025

Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

Life

Don’t put off your girls’ weekends

Find your pre-mom gaggle of girls & embrace them, they are your connection with a part of yourself you may have lost.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

Life, Adult, Community & Friendship, Holidays, Relationships, Travel

Career & Money

Dear working moms: You inspire me. Thank you. Love, this stay-at-home mom.

Thank you for showing us that who you were before, although never the same again after children, is important to preserve.

Updated Sep. 20, 2022

Career & Money, Life, Work & Motherhood

Parenting

The exact routine I use to help toddlers thrive

Toddlers thrive on routine.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Milestones

Parenting

Your child’s tears are actually signs of resiliency + security

We can’t spare our children from all that comes with the world they live in—this is impossible. It is our job to make sure we don’t send them into it empty-handed.

Updated Jun. 15, 2022

Parenting