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Mothering is work. For Mother’s Day, I’d like a raise, please

Sure, I’ll take the flowers and breakfast in bed, too, but if you really want to acknowledge all that I do, start treating me like a paid employee. 

71% of parents are ‘constantly’ thinking about childcare gaps, survey finds

Childcare access is a key factor in parental burnout, a report from KinderCare shows.

Motherly x Monica & Andy Giveaway Official Rules

How AI can be a parenting tool for teachable moments

A mom of three and Microsoft engineer shares how she uses AI tools with her own family—and how they help relieve some of her mental load.

The creative parent method: 3 ways art therapy can build self-esteem with young kids

A strong sense of connection and belonging at home provides a safe place to unpack and recalibrate each day.

Embracing my ADHD in motherhood led me to deeper self-compassion

"We somehow believe if we just beat ourselves up enough, we can compartmentalize our mental health and become the moms we want to be. But we can’t bully ourselves out of mental health struggles," writes Momwell founder Erica Djossa in this excerpt from her new book, "The Mother Load".

Gentle ways to wean off the pacifier or thumb-sucking, from a pediatric dentist

Breaking the habit doesn’t have to be harsh.

Hailey and Justin Bieber are expecting their first child!

It's the couple's first baby!

Barre with a C-section scar: My body may be different—but it’s stronger than ever

I check my heart rate; higher, but still normal. I’m shaking. I’m doing it. I’m different. I’m the same.

Beat the heat with these Disney-themed summer must-haves

The sweltering days of summer don't exactly make for the best conditions to hit the parks, but there's plenty of Disney summer fun to be had at home.

Ava Phillippe responds to body-shamers while mom Reese Witherspoon shows support

Ava addressed recent comments insinuating that she was somehow both “too fat” *and* “too thin.”

World’s best uncle orders a Kindle for his only niece who loves to read

The reaction from this young reader is too adorable.

5 reasons why ‘IF’ is the perfect family movie

And why we *can’t wait* to see it!

Everything to know about the new breast cancer screening guidelines for women 40+

In light of rising breast cancer rates among younger women, the new guidelines impact women 40 and older.

This ‘pen trick’ is a must-know for parents heading into bug bite and rash season

It’s as simple as drawing a circle.

Meghan Trainor feels the way we all feel about our second child: ‘He’s testing me’

"Baby No. 2, he's testing me."

New report shows US birth rate has hit a record low—but please don’t blame moms

We’re in a baby bust. But we should point fingers at failing systemic supports, not mothers.

Motherly’s 2024 State of Motherhood Report

Hilary Duff gives birth to her fourth baby—see the stunning photos!

"I have been dreaming of holding you in my arms for months."

Mother’s Day without a mom is hard, but I don’t regret going no-contact with my toxic mom

Not having my mother in my life makes me a better one.