Motherly – A wellbeing brand empowering mothers to thrive

phrases that inspire confidence - Motherly

Child Learn & Play

25 phrases to inspire confidence in your child

5. "You can do hard things."

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

Child Learn & Play, Child, Parenting

mom teaches about minding your own business

Parenting

Why thousands of parents are obsessed with this playful lesson on ‘minding your business’

“This is your business. This is her business.”

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Car Seat Safety

Hundreds of thousands of car seats pulled: What parents need to know now

Updated Oct. 02, 2025

Car Seat Safety, News, Parenting, Safety

News

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

This technology could give mothers greater agency, earlier signals, and more opportunities—not just more anxiety.

Updated Oct. 01, 2025

News, Motherly

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

The motherly podcast Chrissy Teigen interview

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

Viral & Trending

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

Miscarriage & Loss

Kylie Kelce starts to tell a happy story, then remembers the appointment that changed everything

A rare, candid account of pregnancy loss, plus gentle resources for parents carrying grief privately.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Miscarriage & Loss, Celebrity News, Getting Pregnant, News

Toddler

Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, 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.

Parenting

Why thousands of parents are obsessed with this playful lesson on ‘minding your business’

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Mom hits record as her son shares a truth about parenting that’s stopping people mid-scroll

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

Mom braces for chaos—but her toddler’s response to the crying baby stuns her

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Toddler

Viral & Trending

First-pet reveal melts hearts—and what parents can prep before bringing home a kitten

A child meeting her first pet and instantly understanding the weight of that new life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, News, Parenting

Parenting

Why ‘dolphin parenting’—rooted in Harvard’s longest study—could be the secret to confident, creative kids

They have clear expectations — bedtime, chores, kindness to siblings — but they also leave room for play, choice and mistakes.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting

10 magical ways to celebrate Diwali with your family—and make memories that shine

Diwali is the perfect chance to slow down and make memories that glow just as brightly as the candles on your windowsill.

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Parenting

Toddler

Toddler says she’s ‘sad’ at bedtime—nothing prepares mom for reason why

It wasn’t about sharing toys, leaving daycare, or even a scary dream

Updated Oct. 03, 2025

Toddler, News, Parenting, 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.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

Watch Now

Our Latest Podcast Episodes

The Motherly Podcast

[ENCORE EPISODE] Jennifer Wallace on breaking the chains of toxic achievement culture

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Breaking the Argument Hangover with The Freemans

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Allyson Felix on Motherhood, Medal Wins, and Fighting for Moms in Sports

Listen Now

The Motherly Podcast

Nadia van de Walle Wants Financial Confidence for Every Mom

Listen Now

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

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.

Mom Hacks

Motherly's Mom Hacks video series is hacking you way through motherhood. Work smarter, not harder, mama

Motherly's Podcast Series

Stay up to date on our two original podcasts

Career & Money

6 strategies to keep your career alive while becoming a stay-at-home mom

Wondering how to keep your career alive even if you choose to become a stay at home mom?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Career & Money, Life, Work & Motherhood

Motherly

New Year, New Bump Sweepstakes

Get ready to have the best year ever—here’s $4k in prizes for your 2017 bundle of joy ✨

Updated Jan. 17, 2017

Motherly

Work & Motherhood

‘I’m still mama’: 5 encouraging mantras for working moms returning from maternity leave

Going back to work after maternity leave is a challenge on many levels—but you’ve got this, mama.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Work & Motherhood, Career & Money, Life, Motherly Stories, Parental Leave, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy

mom walking with daughter and baby in a stroller, preparing how to transition baby to daycare

Baby Milestones

Bringing baby to day care? 8 ways to ease the transition & feel good about your choice

4. Make drop offs short and sweet starting from the first day.

Updated Jan. 20, 2023

Baby Milestones, Baby, Parenting

Life

Motherhood: The ultimate case of imposter syndrome

Of course I felt like a phony parent—that’s how all mothers feel in the beginning.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Life

Postpartum

The 10 questions to ask at your 6-week postpartum visit

1. Were there any issues with my delivery I should know about?

Updated Nov. 09, 2022

Postpartum, Women's Health

Life

What partners can do: 5 ways to support mom + baby in the 4th trimester

Dads truly make the difference—in breastfeeding, birth recovery and baby’s happiness.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Life, Relationships

Life

I was just her, the mom with a toddler and an infant

Without that hard year, without that time in the trenches, I wouldn’t be able to recognize how far we’ve come.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Life

Life

I’m ready for another baby—but he’s not

It’s rare that two people are ready at precisely the same moment.

Updated Sep. 01, 2022

Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships

Parenting

I was going to fold the clothes, but instead I held you

Sometimes, holding you while you sleep is the best choice. A heartfelt essay on the joys of motherhood.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025

Parenting

Parenting

What dad can do: nursery prep

#3—Put the furniture together. Please? ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Parenting

Parental Leave

The out-of-office message you want to put up when you’re on maternity leave (but won’t)

I will return to work [date here]. I promise you, it will be too soon.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022

Parental Leave, Career & Money, Life, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Work & Motherhood

Motherly

We’re Hiring a Brand Partnerships Intern!

Our ideal candidate is someone with an equal love for witty editorial and reader-focused partner sponsorships.

Updated Jan. 14, 2017

Motherly

Where does the time go?⌚️

Time is not measured by clocks but by moments.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Motherly

Shop

The Cutest Denim for Babies

Tiny jeans are just the beginning.

Updated Aug. 03, 2023

Shop

Life

What runs through his head when he finds out you’re pregnant

As I waited, I half felt very manly and proud of myself and I half felt like there was no way this was happening.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life, Marriage & Partnerships, Relationships

Parenting

The stay-at-home mom isolation is real

I dragged myself out once a week to the new moms group I’d signed up for, and that seemed like enough.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Parenting

Life

3 ways my village helped me through a miscarriage

1. They let me know I wasn’t alone.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Life

Beauty

8 reasons why our stretch marks make us proud

Stretch marks remind us that we are miracle workers—that we created a human inside of our bodies. WHAT.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022

Beauty, Beauty & Style, Fourth Trimester, Life, Postpartum, Pregnancy

Life

What partners can do: 10 ways to support your partner during labor

8. Praise and encourage.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Life

1 … 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 … 822 823 824825826 827 828 … 877

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

Newsletter Branded

Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

6 ways to celebrate Women’s History Month with your kids

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

Our Latest Podcast Episodes

Motherly's Podcast Series

Our Video Series

Motherly's Podcast Series

Explore More