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Parenting

New report shows AI bots are putting kids at risk—what parents can do now

AI chatbots—programs that can sound like celebrities, mimic real friendships, and feel surprisingly personal.

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

Parenting, Child, Child Learn & Play, News, Teen, Teen Activities

News

A mom just set a Guinness World Record by running barefoot across Lego—and every parent knows how she trained for it

A mom just sprinted barefoot across 100 meters of Lego to set a Guinness World Record—and parents everywhere know exactly how she built that skill

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Entertainment

Sesame Street is coming to YouTube—and parents say it’s the comfort watch kids need now

For millennial parents, Sesame Street’s YouTube debut feels personal

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

Entertainment, News, Viral & Trending, What To Watch

Dr. Becky shares menu hack for school year

Viral & Trending

Dr. Becky has a helpful breakfast hack that will save your sanity on busy mornings

"Try it. It's magic"

Updated Sep. 05, 2025

Viral & Trending, News

Health & Wellness

A pediatrician’s quick action saved his daughter from choking—here’s the skill he says all parents need

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

What does this change mean for kids in the classroom, and how can families stay protected if the policy moves forward?

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

Health & Wellness

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

Even hidden places like eyelashes require a tick check after outdoor play

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

Celebrity News

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025

Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

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

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

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News

Mom of four shares the school drop-off truth every parent needs to hear

Pediatrician and mom Dr. Meghan Martin says parents should stress less about early milestones and focus on connection.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Celebrity News

Disney star Debby Ryan is pregnant—and fans can’t get over the tiny Vans in her announcement

Her caption read simply: “dun&dun + one.” The announcement feels both personal and playful, a peek into a new chapter for the couple.

Updated Sep. 09, 2025

Celebrity News, Baby, News, Pregnancy

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

A viral TikTok highlights the importance of teaching children “distress tolerance”

Updated Sep. 09, 2025

News, Viral & Trending

Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

Children's Health

Florida considers ending school vaccine mandates—AAP shares concerns for kids

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

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

News

Mom denied fitting room to breastfeed—her story shows a bigger problem

“At one point, I also questioned myself—am I doing the right thing by asking them? Am I even allowed to feed in public?”

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

News, Breastfeeding, Parenting

Parenting

Every parent in New Mexico just got free child care—here’s what changes on Nov. 1

The announcement is sparking pride and relief across New Mexico.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

Parenting, Family Finances & Budgeting

Safety

Most toddler towers failed safety tests—here’s what parents need to know

New safety tests from Consumer Reports reveal a serious concern: most toddler towers on the market failed when it came to stability and entrapment risks.

Updated Sep. 10, 2025

Safety, Parenting, Toddler

Parenting

Mom gets a hilarious lesson in life imitation from her daughter

Updated Sep. 08, 2025

Parenting, News, Viral & Trending

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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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5 Qs with Nobar

Bump Envy

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Life, Beauty & Style, Style

Parenting

Being a stay-at-home mom is hard. But for me, it’s so worth it.

I may not always be a SAHM, but for now, these moments are treasure stored up in my heart.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Parenting

Life

Thinking about having another child? 5 things to consider

What you have gained in “been there, done that” newborn knowledge may be balanced out by having an older child.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Life

Motherly

A great adventure is about to begin

Say yes to new adventures. Pulling the goalie and taking a swing at making a baby is a big. Freaking. Deal. It feels so reckless! Thrilling! Scary! Sexy! Strange! Fortunately, you've taken the steps to get yourself ready for this incredible change you're about to experience. (Or not. Totally winging it is totally cool with us, too—but take your prenatals.) You're about to become a traveler on the most life-changing adventure there is: parenthood. So exciting! You wild thing, you. XO, TeamMotherly

Updated Oct. 04, 2022

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Parenting

3 ways gender neutral is a big trend for baby

Gender-neutral is a huge trend this year, with parents opting to choose less-gender specific identities and goods.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Parenting

Life

How to handle the wait: What to do when you’re waiting for pregnancy news

What’s a girl to do while you’re waiting for the biggest news of your life?

Updated Nov. 10, 2022

Life

Motherly

You’ve got this.

Discover how potty training can teach parents the art of patience and being present for our little ones.

Updated Mar. 31, 2025

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Fitness

Postpartum Exercise Plan: 5 Exercises to Build a Strong Fitness Routine

5 exercises that will get you started on your postpartum fitness journey

Updated Jan. 07, 2022

Fitness, Health & Wellness, Life

Beauty & Style

Modern Day Mom Jeans

The sartorial mom missteps that will one day embarrass our children.

Updated Nov. 19, 2021

Beauty & Style, Life, Style

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Constipation

How to get things moving during pregnancy and beyond.

Updated Dec. 15, 2021

Pregnancy

Postpartum

Postpartum Wellness Registry Picks

3 wellness experts share the wellness registry picks that will ease your postpartum journey.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Postpartum, Postpartum Products, Pregnancy

mother leaning back with baby on her belly, wondering if she has diastasis recti

Health & Wellness

Do I Have Diastasis Recti?

How to spot and treat diastasis recti during pregnancy and postpartum.

Updated Oct. 11, 2022

Health & Wellness, Postpartum, Women's Health

Baby

Visiting the Library with Baby

5 ways to make the most of a trip to the library with your little one.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Baby, Parenting

Getting Pregnant

How to Have Sex when You’re Trying to Get Pregnant

5 tips on making the most of your sex from a fertility expert

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Getting Pregnant, Pregnancy

Fourth Trimester

Postpartum Picks: Zara Terez

The queen of leggings shares her 7 postpartum fashion picks.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022

Fourth Trimester, Postpartum, Pregnancy

Life

5 Qs with Randi

Bump Envy

Updated Mar. 27, 2025

Life, Beauty & Style, Style

Beauty & Style

Face Oils for Pregnancy

What oils you should avoid during pregnancy, plus 5 that will keep your skin glowing.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Beauty & Style, Life

Motherly

I am woman. Watch me soar.

“I like my body so much better after I had kids. Is that a crazy thing to say? I’m more womanly. I feel sexier.”

Updated Oct. 11, 2021

Motherly

Start small (think big)

Celebrate your small victories while you're trying to conceive. Good things come in small packages. So think of your body as a tiny house that you need to prepare for an amazing new guest: your baby. Eat nutritious foods (both of you!), stay mentally centered and work with purpose. All your preparation will get you ready for your next great adventure: becoming parents. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. More small packages, please! We're adore Deborah Lippmann's fertility-friendly nail polish line (no formaldehyde!), so we Amazon Prime'd those babies straight to our house. Read more about what chemicals to avoid when TTC here.

Updated Oct. 04, 2022

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