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’90s summers were the best summers—here’s how to recreate the magic

When we talk about the summers of our youth, we often do so with the wistful sigh of nostalgia. We want our kids to experience that same magic. And they can.

Updated Jun. 05, 2024

Motherly Stories

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Career & Money

Summer break is costing parents more than just time—here’s how debt is becoming the new normal for child care

“As much as they’d love to take a bunch of time off during the summer to spend with their kids, that just isn’t a realistic thing for most Americans…"

Updated Jul. 24, 2025

Career & Money, Work & Motherhood

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

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News

Most premature baby ever born celebrates his first birthday

“We’re incredibly proud of how far Nash has come.”

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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. 25, 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

Doctor races through hospital lot to deliver mom’s fourth baby

Updated Jul. 30, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Personal space? Not in this household—how one mom learned to embrace her toddler’s love (and elbows)

The same couch that once felt crowded with toddler limbs will one day be too empty.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

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Parenting

Mom’s battle with toddler wardrobe choices proves a universal parenting truth (and it’s hilarious)

“I just want… the princess dresses.”

Updated Jul. 30, 2025

Parenting, 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

Parents are embracing a much-needed “Type C  Summer”—here’s how

Updated Jul. 30, 2025

News, Celebrity News, Parenting

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Parenting

Parents back classroom phone bans—but here’s why many moms still feel uneasy

Updated Jul. 29, 2025

Parenting, News

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News

When your poolside snack is interrupted by a surprise guest (and no one knows who’s more startled)

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Mom’s battle with toddler wardrobe choices proves a universal parenting truth (and it’s hilarious)

“I just want… the princess dresses.”

Updated Jul. 30, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Parents are embracing a much-needed “Type C  Summer”—here’s how

The term “Type C parent” describes someone who strategizes for survival with structure when possible and flexibility when absolutely necessary.

Updated Jul. 30, 2025

News, Celebrity News, Parenting

Parenting

Parents back classroom phone bans—but here’s why many moms still feel uneasy

74% of U.S. adults now support banning cell phones during class in middle and high school—up from 68% last fall.

Updated Jul. 29, 2025

Parenting, News

News

Finally, a law that gets it: Washington requires changing tables in all public restrooms

Washington's new law, passed by the state legislature and signed by Governor Jay Inslee, requires all new public buildings to install baby changing stations in every restroom: men’s, women’s, and gender-neutral.

Updated Jul. 28, 2025

News, Baby, 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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Pregnancy

Why a Chiropractor Could Help During Pregnancy

From back pain to breeched baby, here’s 5 reasons to see a chiropractor while pregnant.

Updated Jan. 02, 2024

Pregnancy

Parenting

Is it Time to Potty Train?

How to spot a potty-ready toddler and pediatrician pointers to get you started training.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

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Women's Health

Thumb pain? It could be ‘mommy thumb’

What it is—and what you can do about it.

Updated Sep. 02, 2022

Women's Health, Postpartum

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BUMP ENVY

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

Beauty & Style, Life, Style

Motherly

A whole new world

Hello gorgeous. Out with the old and in with the new! New attitude about your AMAZING body (what's up, magical baby-maker?), new take on working motherhood (long story short, you're kind of a boss), new lingerie to make you feel sexy when you're TTC. Motherhood is a whole new world and we're so excited for you to join us. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. New way to double your pleasure while TTC? Try the Liberator wedge—a pillow that props you up during sex. Your sex life will thank you.

Updated Oct. 04, 2022

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Motherhood looks good on you

“Mothers are kind and soft and brave and powerful.”

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Motherly

Career & Money

Want to become a mom entrepreneur? Jill Salzman will make you a #GIRLBOSS.

It is fitting for moms to become entrepreneurs — by raising a child, they are part of the entrepreneurial sort already.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Career & Money, Life, Work & Motherhood

Baby Health

Craniosacral therapy and babies

A little therapy can make a big difference for your baby.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

Baby Health, Baby, Parenting

Food

Well Rounded Wellness: Mommy and Baby Eating Habits

There’s no time like baby starting solids to kickstart your own healthy habits.

Updated Dec. 22, 2021

Food, Life, Nutrition

Life

7 Goddess Tips from the Original Yoga-lebrity

Become a more fearless, happier woman during pregnancy and beyond.

Updated Jan. 04, 2022

Life, Fitness, Health & Wellness

Parenting

3 Tips for a Stay at Home Mom

Smart advice on how to make a smooth transition into your newest job.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Parenting

Life

Winter Blush

Get some color in your cheeks with these 5 nontoxic options.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022

Life, Beauty & Style

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

A Supplemental Nursing System Could Help You Breastfeed

Plus 6 tips to make your supplemental nursing journey easier.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules, Baby Feeding Tips

Parenting

Music to your ears: How to teach your children to play an instrument

Playing music has so many benefits for kids—it’s even been proven to help grow unique areas of a child’s brain.

Updated Mar. 27, 2025

Parenting

Beauty & Style

Finding Your “New Normal” Style After Baby

8 easy styles you’ll love for your postpartum body.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Beauty & Style, Life, Style

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Travel

8 incredible spring break destinations for families

Pack your bags for a springtime adventure.

Updated Mar. 06, 2024

Travel

Life

5Qs with Jessica

Bump Envy

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Life, Beauty & Style, Style

Life

Benefits of Dance During Pregnancy and Postpartum

Aerialist Jen James guides us through some easy dance moves for moms and moms-to-be.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022

Life, Fitness, Health & Wellness

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Birth

Yes, I loved my C-sections

Why a great birth is actually one you feel comfortable with, no matter how it goes down.

Updated Oct. 05, 2022

Birth, C-Section, Labor & Delivery

Motherly

Work for it ‍

Trying to make a baby? Well, that can be stressful, confusing—and seriously exciting. We're going to let you in on a little secret: You can do hard things. ? Getting pregnant? That can be challenging. Transitioning from "just the two of us" to a family? Not gonna lie—it can be tough. Getting in shape for pregnancy? Our head says "Gym" but our heart says "Netflix!" WHY IS THIS SO HARD? One of the greatest lessons of motherhood is that you are so very capable of the hard stuff. It doesn't get easier. You just get stronger. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Want to make your marriage stronger before you two become parents? Babyproof your marriage with our online class taught by inspiring relationship expert Vienna Pharaon. It's called Love it: How to go from a happy couple to a joyful family. You'll get digital video lessons, date-night discussion guides and a road map to your happily ever after.

Updated Oct. 04, 2022

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