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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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The car ride that turned into emergency delivery—and somehow, everyone stayed calm

When your hospital run turns into an emergency delivery, calm, faith, and teamwork can make all the difference

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Kieran Culkin’s wife Jazz Charton is 9 months pregnant—fulfilling their Oscars “baby pact”

The couple, who already share daughter Kinsey, 6, and son Wilder, 4, are adding another little one to the family.

Updated Sep. 30, 2025
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The surprising reason morning sickness may be good for you and your baby

Researchers say it may be a sign of a healthy, finely tuned immune system working behind the scenes.

Updated Sep. 29, 2025
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Shaun Alexander reveals baby no. 14 is on the way—inside life with his 13 kids

From NFL stardom to fathering a bustling household, Shaun Alexander’s journey shows what family connection looks like at scale.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
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What if paying grandparents for child care could solve America’s childcare crisis?

The childcare solution America keeps overlooking might already be living down the street.

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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Mom lets grandparents break the rules—and it’s winning hearts online

When it comes to childcare, sometimes letting grandparents do their thing is the best parenting hack

Updated Oct. 08, 2025
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A 9-year-old’s English lessons for her dad are melting hearts everywhere

e. And a 9-year-old teacher whose mantra—“It takes process”—is turning everyday lessons into heartwarming TikTok magic.

Updated Oct. 08, 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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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.

Updated May. 14, 2024
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Hilary Duff gives birth to her fourth baby—see the stunning photos!

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

Updated May. 07, 2024
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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.

Updated Apr. 21, 2023
Viral TikTok mom talks about being husband's 'kin-keeper'

Mom explains why it’s not her job to be ‘kin-keeper’ to her husband’s family

"If my mom doesn’t know what’s going on, I’m a bad daughter. If his mom doesn’t know what’s going on, I’m a bad daughter-in-law."

Updated May. 07, 2024
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New York is officially the first state to mandate PTO for prenatal care

Employees will receive 20 hours of paid prenatal healthcare leave beginning in 2025.

Updated May. 20, 2024
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Khloé Kardashian says her doctor offered to help with her son when she wasn’t bonding with him

She admits she had a tough time bonding with her son at first.

Updated May. 07, 2024
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10 clever ways to ignite your child’s imagination this summer

Kick off the sunny season by seeing ‘IF’, and get ready to see that special spark in their eyes.

Updated May. 07, 2024
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Kelly Osbourne says she was ‘hungry for 9 months’ when pregnant with gestational diabetes

"I didn't get to have the pregnancy where you eat whatever you want. It sucked."

Updated May. 06, 2024
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Gross—but satisfying—TikTok shows how nasal irrigation helps congested babies and toddlers

It may be controversial and look a little scary, but it's perfectly safe.

Updated May. 06, 2024
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Overwhelmed by your prenatal vitamin options? These are the ones you need

Needed takes a radically-better approach to satisfy the demands of pregnancy and postpartum with abundance―not bare minimums.

Updated May. 06, 2024
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To my partner: One day, we’ll miss all of this

But right now we have all this. All this beauty. All this wonder. All this joy. Right at our fingertips.

Updated Sep. 03, 2024
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Yes, my 2-year-old does chores

I’m teaching her responsibility all with the goal of ultimately showing her that families (and communities) work best when everyone does their part.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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Gen Z moms are less likely to support gun control and paid leave this election year, our survey shows

Moms under 30 are 3 times less likely than older moms to support key federal policies, Motherly’s 2024 State of Motherhood survey found. But I’m not surprised.

Updated May. 20, 2024
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