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Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
is my toddler normal

Is your toddler’s behavior normal or cause for concern? Here’s how to tell

Devon Kuntzman, parenting expert and author of Transforming Toddlerhood helps us parse it out.

Updated Sep. 25, 2025
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This 9-year-old picked up a marker—and left millions speechless

Yes, Dylan’s TikTok is amazing. But the bigger message is even better: Kids don’t need to do things “the right way” to do them beautifully.

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
easy sheet pan dinners

8 family-friendly sheet pan dinners that require little more than arranging food

Sometimes the best meals are the ones that happen while you're busy doing everything else.

Updated Sep. 23, 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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Shaun Alexander pregnancy announcement

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
Luke Combs Instagram pregnancy announcement

Luke Combs’ sons had the sweetest role in announcing baby no. 3

Luke Combs shares a heartwarming family moment as he and Nicole announce baby no. 3 with their sons in tow

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Tylenol when pregnant

White House links Tylenol in pregnancy to autism—what moms really need to know

Can you take Tylenol when pregnant? What does the science actually say? And what should I do if I’m in pain or running a fever?

Updated Sep. 24, 2025
what baby kicks tell you

What your baby’s kicks are already teaching you before birth

That first flutter—a gentle tap like butterfly wings—may be your baby’s earliest way of bonding with you.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Parenting apps

Parenting apps can plan the party and write the note—but they can’t give what matters most

41% of parents say they’re often so stressed they can’t function.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
1980s parenting

Parents are ditching screens and reviving these 80s habits—and the results are surprising

Families are weaving those timeless practices into modern life—with a litt le more intention, safety, and heart.

Updated Sep. 26, 2025
Hoovy cooling gel pad recall

Car seat cooling pads pulled after child burned—what parents need to know

About 20,000 Hoovy cooling gel pads for car seats and strollers were recalled after a child suffered burns.

Updated Sep. 26, 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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5 dangers of pregnancy dehydration

This is what can happen when your water level drops.

Updated Apr. 24, 2024
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7 ways to lower blood pressure during pregnancy

No medications needed, just a couple of lifestyle changes.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
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5 reasons why you can’t sleep in the third trimester

And what you can do to get more zzz's.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
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8 essential questions to ask at your 20-week anatomy scan appointment

Ready to see that tiny nose? It's finally time for that big ultrasound you've been waiting for.

Updated Jul. 05, 2024
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Hindsight: What I wish I would have known as a first-time parent

Let your intuition be your guide because there is no one-size-fits-all solution.

Updated Apr. 17, 2024
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37 mamas-to-be share the cutest pregnancy announcements

They are cute, funny and some are so special you'll cry.

Updated Sep. 14, 2022
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10 creative ways to tell your partner you’re pregnant

Wondering "How do I tell him I'm pregnant?" We polled Motherly mamas to see how they shared the big news with their significant others.

Updated Apr. 17, 2023
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This family is at war over relatives lip-kissing each other. Who’s in the wrong?

This family is at war over relatives lip kissing each other. Who's in the wrong?

Updated Apr. 17, 2024
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Yoga Moves To Avoid After Giving Birth

7 moves that may not be safe postpartum.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
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As a second-time mama, these are the 21 items I have for my postpartum recovery

Being a second time mom means that I have a better sense of what I will need to recover after birth.

Updated Aug. 06, 2024
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Kelly Clarkson says she ‘asked God’ to ‘just take’ her when she was hospitalized while pregnant

She discussed how hard it was being hospitalized during both pregnancies.

Updated Apr. 17, 2024
Woman asks what makes childhood magical

TikToker asks ‘What made your childhood magical?’ and is not prepared for the answers

"I have been crying real tears as I have been reading through every comment."

Updated Apr. 17, 2024
Nike Olympic Uniforms

Nike shares depressingly skimpy designs for the U.S. Women’s Olympic team uniforms

"Professional athletes should be able to compete without dedicating brain space to constant pube vigilance or the mental gymnastics of having every vulnerable piece of your body on display."

Updated Apr. 17, 2024
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Postpartum night sweats: Also known as your own private summer

Although annoying, postpartum night sweats are common and usually not a cause for alarm.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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Money management tips for the sandwich generation

This is a crucial part of financial planning: Talk to your parents about their final affairs before they pass away.

Updated May. 22, 2025
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Mom asks if she’s wrong for how she reacted to her son’s near-accident

"She said 'Just as 'you' as ever,' and left me alone."

Updated Apr. 16, 2024
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