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Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Work & Motherhood

The model who turned her maternity brand into a lifeline for isolated moms

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Work & Motherhood

Child

New poll reveals how little freedom kids have today—and why experts say it’s hurting them

Digital devices are deeply embedded in modern childhood, and the Harris Poll shows just how much they shape kids’ daily lives.

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Child, Child Learn & Play, Parenting

News

Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Ticks can hide in lashes: simple steps for after-outdoor checks and when to seek care

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Baby Health

Mississippi declares emergency as infant deaths rise—the crisis every parent should know about

Since 2014, more than 3,500 Mississippi infants have died before their first birthday.

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Baby Health, Baby, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, News

Health & Wellness

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Reframing the Debate from Emergencies to Everyday Growth

Updated Aug. 26, 2025

Health & Wellness, Children's Health

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How Blueland’s founder makes sustainable back-to-school shopping effortless and affordable

Her advice stems from real experience as both a mother and an entrepreneur who's tested countless products in search of ones that actually work for real families.

Updated Aug. 25, 2025

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide, Health & Wellness

Our Partners

Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Updated Aug. 20, 2025

Our Partners, Children's Health

Getting Pregnant

China develops pregnancy robot to support families facing infertility

Unlike an incubator that supports premature babies, this robot would replicate the entire gestational process from conception to delivery.

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

Getting Pregnant, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Infertility

Baby Names

The influencer baby names making it from our FYP to actual birth certificates

Could Addison be the new Ashley?

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Baby Names

Pregnancy

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

Updated Aug. 08, 2025

Pregnancy

Why stress during pregnancy affects your baby’s gut health

“The upshot is that pregnant women should be pampered if we want the best for their babies.”

Updated Jul. 31, 2025

Pregnancy, News

a baby sleeping in a basket - French baby names

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

Viral & Trending

$1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, News, Parenting

News

Why pets are drawn to pregnant bellies—and what it means for baby

As their paws pressed down, her unborn baby kicked back, as if saying hello to his furry siblings.

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Why some moms check every backpack on a playdate—and what it says about parenting today

When does checking a child’s belongings become a tool for guidance, and when does it cross the line?

Updated Aug. 28, 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.

Woman describing her 6 year old's questions

Parenting

Mom’s 6-year-old asks the kind of questions that leave parents laughing—and low-key rethinking life

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

News

Why a mom’s claim that her kids are her “built-in best friends” sparked a wave of concern

Updated Aug. 29, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

News

Mom finally discovers where her missing makeup went—and parents can’t stop laughing at the culprit

Updated Aug. 28, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Viral & Trending

$1,650 in the U.S. vs. $120 in Sweden: How one video highlights the daycare gap that’s frustrating parents

The comparison has struck a nerve and sparked conversations about what kind of daycare system parents deserve.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Viral & Trending, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, News, Parenting

Back To School

Parents say they’ll go into debt to help kids fit in—here’s how to navigate back-to-school pressure

Parents of K–12 and college students plan to spend an average of $741 this year—$200 more than last year.

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Back To School, Career & Money, Family Finances & Budgeting, Parenting

mom teaches daughter empathy and kindness

Back To School

Before school starts, this mom delivers a kindness lesson her daughter won’t forget

“The cool thing about being a human is that we’re all different.”

Updated Sep. 03, 2025

Back To School, Parenting

Parenting

This Disney mom turned theme parks into her kids’ classroom—and parents are fascinated

“That’s not the only place we learn. But as Disney locals here in Mickey’s backyard, it just was inevitable for us to start learning in the parks.”

Updated Sep. 02, 2025

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play

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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.

State of Motherhood

This time-lapse proves moms are never off the clock

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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

cute baby whose mom said, i loved my c-section

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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