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Microplastics in a plate

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
Nordstrom Sale

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
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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

2025 State of Motherhood Survey

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

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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
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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
Ultrasound

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
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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
pbs defunding vote

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
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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
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A neighbor, a hose, and a group of kids—this summer scene is melting hearts across the internet

In a world of curated family vacations and $500 birthday parties, this video gave us something far more precious.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025
Uterine transplant

A mom donated her uterus to help another woman carry a baby—now they’ve met the child they made possible

Sara had donated her uterus so that Emma, who was born without one, could experience pregnancy.

Updated Jul. 15, 2025
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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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This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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Coping With Separation Anxiety

5 tips to help moms deal with school or daycare dropoff.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022
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Clean & Green Baby Registry Picks

15 baby registry must-haves.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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What I Learned on Pregnancy Bedrest

How sitting still for 2 months helped prepare me for motherhood.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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How to make Labor Day a time of new beginnings for mamas

1. I’ll begin each day with opportunity.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Do You Have Pregnancy Decision Fatigue?

3 tips to overcome it.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Hot sex after baby is possible—here’s how

The thing to remember is that sex after kids will be different. And that is OK.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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A reminder letter to myself—stop losing sleep over your children’s sleep

You will spend a full night in your bed again. A full, uninterrupted night…tonight is probably *not* that night.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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5 Baby Socks that Stay On

These stylish socks will never fall off your baby’s feet.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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7 Beauty Products for The Wanderlust Mom

These exotic products will make you feel like you’re traveling the world.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Are gender roles a thing of the past? How dividing roles brought peace to our home

Dividing our gender roles can seem like a thing of the past. 

Updated Sep. 20, 2022
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Rock Working Motherhood Sweepstakes

You rock motherhood like. a. boss. Win $4,000 in prizes to make your life as a working mother even better.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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5 Qs with Morgan

Bump envy!

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
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KEEN Kids Shoes

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Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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What Toddler Bike Should I Get?

Everything you need to know about toddler bikes, along with a primer on safety gear.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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10 habits to shape a kind, well-adjusted child

1. Relationship. The relationship that we have with our children is the single biggest influence on them. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Get pumped: How one entrepreneur is making breast pumping better for moms

Founder + CEO of Sarah Wells Bags—gorgeous, high quality & functional breast pump bags for all your pumping needs.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Collaboration over competition: how working with influencers helped one lady boss find success

There isn’t a magic formula that we go by when working with people and it’s a little different every time.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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7 ways to teach your child about diversity

We can’t decide which we like more: “Serve ethnic foods” or “Travel to different places.” Where do we sign up?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Pregnant in London

Clary & Peg’s pregnant founder shares 11 pregnancy-friendly spots in her hometown.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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