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Ectopic pregnancy: Signs to watch out for before your first prenatal appointment

This potentially life-threatening condition can happen to anyone.

Updated Apr. 25, 2025
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The FDA is phasing out synthetic food dyes—here’s what it means for your family’s health

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just announced a prominent plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes from the nation’s food supply.

Updated Apr. 28, 2025
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Experts say these will be the must-have toys for summer

While an old-fashioned sprinkler is hard to beat, these must-have toys will keep your children entertained all summer long.

Updated Apr. 24, 2025
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10 fun ways to spend Mother’s Day with the whole family

Spend the day with the ones who call you mom.

Updated Apr. 15, 2024

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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30% of maternal deaths happen after 6 weeks—but most are preventable

From 2018 to 2022, pregnancy-related deaths rose by nearly 28% in the U.S.

Updated Apr. 23, 2025
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Pregnant mom felt one strange symptom—ChatGPT told her to act fast, and it saved her and her baby

The question was casual—“Why does my jaw feel tight?”—but what happened next was anything but.

Updated Apr. 14, 2025
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Pregnant teacher pauses math lesson to share a moment with her baby—her students’ reaction says it all

“My class is ALWAYS trying to watch her move, so when she was super active during math, we had to stop and watch,” says the video.

Updated Apr. 11, 2025
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Spicing up your pregnancy: How chili may lower gestational diabetes risk

Recent research suggests that incorporating chili into your diet might offer unexpected benefits, particularly in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes.

Updated Apr. 02, 2025
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Olivia Munn’s 3-year-old walked a mile in just his socks—and every toddler parent will feel this

The actor and mom of two took to Instagram to share a wildly relatable meltdown moment that started with a sunny stroll through New York City.

Updated Apr. 24, 2025
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25 people reveal the tiny acts of love from childhood they’ll never forget—and now do for their kids

Across Reddit, users shared moving stories from their childhoods that reveal one powerful truth: it’s not about being a perfect parent. It’s about showing up.

Updated Apr. 21, 2025
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She waited seven days—and her reaction to dad’s return is everything

The video, titled “POV: Daddy’s come back from shift,” resonated with millions—and not just because it’s adorable.

Updated Apr. 17, 2025
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15-month-old Annie is already crushing job interviews, according to the internet

In a quick-fire Q&A with her mom, Annie answers a series of questions with surprising confidence for her age.

Updated Apr. 16, 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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Picking Your Pediatrician

There are important decisions to make for baby before the contractions begin.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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How to Wear Non-Maternity During Pregnancy

Nine in the Mirror's founders share their tips for dressing the bump.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Skincare Tips for New Moms

Shen Beauty’s founder shares 5 secrets to putting on your mom face.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Eating Your Prenatals

Are the days of swallowing horse pills as your prenatal vitamins finally gone?!

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Tech Mom Must-Haves

6 products that will make you the “tech-iest” mommy on the block.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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The Nanny Search

A holistic approach to finding the perfect caregiver for your family.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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How to Resell your Baby Clothes

A “power consignor” shares 6 secrets to re-selling your baby’s wardrobe.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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I am woman. Get me pregnant.

“A baby fills a place in your heart that you never knew was empty." It takes a village to raise a child. And sometimes It seems like it takes a village to make a child, too. You've got your partner, your doctor, your get-pregnant apps, your ovulation strips, your confidant BFF, your girls at Motherly and whomever else you've let in on the secret. And we're all here for you, each peed-on-pregnancy-test of the way. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Our absolute favorite TTC apps + wearables reviewed here for our MotherlyLoves series. Glow? Ava? Clue? We've got the scoop to get you super preggers.

Updated Oct. 04, 2022
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The mother of all

“A mother is always the beginning. She is how things begin.”

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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What mothers and pregnant women should know about Zika virus

Vacations to the Caribbean, as well as Central and South America are out—for now. Here’s what else you need to know.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Zika Virus and Pregnancy

An OB/GYN answers our pressing questions about this terrifying new pregnancy risk.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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#MomFails might be good for you

One mom shares 5 standards that she loosened up on after experiencing motherhood.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
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How to Avoid New-Mom Hibernation

5 ways to find activities for new moms and babies

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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What You Really Need for Baby #2

Fridababy president & CEO Chelsea Hirschhorn gives us her definitive registry list.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Wait, is Tuna During Pregnancy OK Now?

A nutritionist weighs in on the latest tuna during pregnancy study.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Raise your Glass

3 pregnancy-related situations in which wine is not only helpful, but possibly even necessary.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Pregnancy Fitness Do’s and Don’ts

What’s safe and what’s not when it comes to exercising during pregnancy.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
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