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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
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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
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Updated Sep. 03, 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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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
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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
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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
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 $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
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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
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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
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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
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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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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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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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Human, Just Like Us

On looking in the mirror, and seeing your kid.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Bump Envy

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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