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88-year-old mom finally graduates after being denied her diploma while pregnant

“I hadn’t realized that I had this big hole in my life, and that’s what it was—a diploma.”

Updated Jun. 12, 2025
Baby on a flight

​​This dad made his baby “apologize” to every passenger after an 8-hour flight

Dressed in all pink and grinning like she didn’t just maybe scream for half the flight, Ava faces the line of passengers deplaning from their London to Atlanta journey.

Updated Jun. 11, 2025
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Camping with kids 101: tips & products you need for an awesome family camping adventure

In addition to communing with nature, part of the fun of camping is doing things you wouldn't do at home. Hint: let the kids stay up a little late!

Updated Jun. 11, 2025
Teenage girl skincare routines

Why experts are warning parents about tween skincare routines—and what to watch for

These routines often include multiple “active” ingredients—like exfoliating acids, retinoids, and fragrances—that can irritate or even permanently sensitize young skin.

Updated Jun. 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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A one-hour mouth swab may make IVF more successful—here’s what hopeful parents should know

A recent study from Lund University has found that a quick, non-invasive mouth swab could help doctors personalize hormone treatments for IVF.

Updated May. 28, 2025
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What parents should know about the new at-home blood test for preeclampsia risk

researchers are exploring ways to predict risk earlier. A newly launched at-home blood test, Encompass™.

Updated May. 16, 2025
Pregnant mom in heat

How rising heat is affecting pregnancies—and what you can do to protect yourself and your baby

As climate change continues to bring longer, hotter summers, a new analysis from Climate Central reminds us that expecting parents have one more factor to keep in mind during pregnancy: heat.

Updated May. 14, 2025
Teenage girl skincare routines

Why experts are warning parents about tween skincare routines—and what to watch for

These routines often include multiple “active” ingredients—like exfoliating acids, retinoids, and fragrances—that can irritate or even permanently sensitize young skin.

Updated Jun. 11, 2025
Baby on a flight

​​This dad made his baby “apologize” to every passenger after an 8-hour flight

Dressed in all pink and grinning like she didn’t just maybe scream for half the flight, Ava faces the line of passengers deplaning from their London to Atlanta journey.

Updated Jun. 11, 2025
CPSC faucet recall

CPSC recalls Amazon faucets over lead exposure risk to babies, kids, and pregnant women

These faucets were sold online via Amazon, often without clear branding or safety certifications.

Updated Jun. 03, 2025
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What parents should know about the new car seat regulations effective June 30

Here’s what this update means for you—whether you already have a car seat or are planning to buy one soon.

Updated May. 29, 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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At Home with Lindsey Bliss

Carriage House Birth’s co-founder invites us in on the eve of her baby's birth.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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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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Bump Envy

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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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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