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How to stay cool during pregnancy: Real mom tips + smart new products

Updated Jun. 12, 2025

Our Partners, Pregnancy

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

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

Style, Beauty & Style Shopping Guides

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

News, Health & Wellness, Women's Health

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

Health & Wellness, Celebrity News, Mental Health, News

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

Pregnancy, Baby Names

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

News

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

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Celebrity 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

News

Toddler picks up mom’s nickname for dad… and won’t stop using it

So they hear & understand everything except the “put that down” sentence. 🤔

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, 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.

News

Chalk, a squirt gun, and 18 minutes of peace: A mom’s low-key win goes viral

Updated Jul. 17, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Chris Pratt with daughter Lyla - Stepparent

Parenting

Katherine Schwarzenegger hired a stepparenting coach—here’s what every blended family can learn

Updated Jul. 18, 2025

Parenting, Celebrity News, News

News

Menopause care is finally getting a national spotlight—and lawmakers are stepping up

Updated Jul. 16, 2025

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

Parenting

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

Parenting, Celebrity News, News

Child Learn & Play

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

Child Learn & Play, Child, Parenting

Birth

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

Birth, Birth Stories, Parenting

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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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Parenting

7 secrets of a teacher mama: How I help my little one learn

Finding the balance between structure and free play is the key.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

Introducing solids? 5 expert tips to make healthy habits easy

Plus: What to do about peanuts.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips

Parenting

Have an assertive child? Good.

4 expert tips to raise a confident child

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play

Parenting

Spotting a speech delay in your child—and what to do next

Is a visit with a speech-language specialist in order? Look for these signs in your child's language.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

Parenting, Child, Child Milestones

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Toddler Milestones

Calm mama: The 2 techniques that teach toddlers to handle their emotions

Two go-to moves for helping your tot express difficult feelings.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Toddler Milestones, Parenting, Toddler

Life

Skinny Mom’s Caribbean jerk chicken with mango salsa

The mango salsa in this dish really adds a Caribbean flair. Perfect to serve for an outdoor party.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Life

Life

Skinny Mom’s southern shrimp and grits

These grits are so creamy and cheesy, you’ll want to serve them up for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Life

Parenting

Incorporate Montessori magic at home with 5 inspired ideas

Simple ideas for turning your home into a Montessori learning environment for your blossoming babe.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play

Life

15 tricks for squeezing the most out of storytime with your little one

Let your child be in control of turning pages.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Life, Entertainment, What To Read

Pregnancy

Q&A with author Lisa Ferland on motherhood, home and being ‘Knocked Up Abroad’

“When relying on family isn’t an option, we turn to our friends for support, and we may even need to rely on strangers.”

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Pregnancy

Child

Q&A with Erika Christakis: The importance of being little—in the age of iPads

The verdict is in, mamas. It’s time to step back and let our little ones be, well, little.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

Health & Wellness

How some stress can help you—and your baby—flourish

Devise the perfect plan to promote motor and social development in your soon-to-be babe.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Health & Wellness, Life, Women's Health

Baby Health

One expert mama’s formula for success—Feed baby. Period.

How one child psychologist came to terms with formula feeding and overcame her sense of failure.

Updated Feb. 29, 2024

Baby Health, Real Feeding Stories from Real Mamas

Parenting

We love that classic toys like blocks, balls + puzzles are making a comeback

Traditional toys are making a comeback. Bring it on.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play

baby looking at a book with colorful letters, an activity that supports bilingualism in early childhood

Parenting

5 activities to support bilingualism in early childhood

Boost cognitive development in your 3-month-old bébé with these easy bilingual activities.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023

Parenting, Baby, Baby Learn & Play

Motherly

You’ve got this

Discover how motherhood boosts your confidence and strength when your kids need you the most. You’re not alone in this journey!

Updated Mar. 31, 2025

Motherly

Pregnancy

Pre-pregnancy bucket list: 10 things to do right now

5. Sleep in late.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022

Pregnancy, Getting Pregnant

Motherly

Let’s make your dreams come true ✨

Don't tell people your dreams—show them. There's a whole lot you can do to feel more in control of the sometimes-mysterious act of making a baby. Get your budget in place. Practice random acts of kindness in your marriage. Learn fertility secrets from other cultures. It all adds up—to a more confident mama-to-be. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Have you added these fertility superfoods to your grocery list yet? Eat up, little lady!

Updated Oct. 04, 2022

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