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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

A birthday they’ll never forget: Mom gives birth to all 4 kids on the same day

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

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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

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!

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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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News

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

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

News, Celebrity News

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

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Parenting

This common household item poisoned thousands of toddlers—and the risk is still rising

Most cases involved toddlers under 2 years old, and more than 98% occurred in the home.

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

Parenting, Safety

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

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Pregnant? Bookmark these 13 articles now

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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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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.

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Career & Money

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

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Extreme Toddler Action

5 ways to keep it all together while your child gains his footing.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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Taking Medications During Pregnancy

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Updated Feb. 08, 2022

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Birth

My Epidural Didn’t Ease My Labor Pain

One mama shares how her anesthetic plan went awry.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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6 ways to make toddlerhood terrific, not terrible!

The struggle is REAL. But always try to remember that many people are doing a lot more sympathizing than judging.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

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The cutest, tiniest and most stylish commuters you ever did see.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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Why I happily do the 6 things I said I would never do as a parent

Like #5—Cook more than one dinner. You get what you get + you don’t get upset. Isn’t that what they teach in school?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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Love manifested—how one mama is telling stories through jewelry and raising babies

Be true to you, be true to your brand, and success will follow.

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Let’s show ‘em how it’s done

“The best way to get things done, is to simply begin.”

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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First Trimester

First trimester realities

10 pregnancy symptoms you knew could happen, but never really expected to happen to you.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022

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5 NYC Insider Parent Treasures

Our favorite secrets to make your NYC parenting experience a little easier.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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Life

Game on: Smart ways to play as a family, at every stage

Interactive play is one of the best ways for children to bond with their parents.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Life

Entertainment

4 lessons I want my children to take away from the Rio Olympic Games

#1—Rio 2016 has shown us that no one ‘type’ of person makes a winner.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Entertainment, Life

Food

7 Principles of Eating Well During Pregnancy

What you need to know about what to put in your mouth.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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8 Cheap Beauty Products to Keep in Your Diaper Bag

On-the-go bliss for $20 or less.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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Baby Sleep Tips

Getting Rid of Baby Sleep Crutches

Sleep expert tips to help you break bad habits at baby’s bedtime.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022

Baby Sleep Tips, Baby

Getting Pregnant

Tracking Your Fertility Could Help You Get Pregnant Faster

4 tips to help you get started on the road to pregnancy.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

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