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From feeding to milestones to parenting styles, our expert-guided parenting section dives into tips, tricks and research to support modern mamas.

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3 long-lasting benefits of summer camp for kids

Learn how sending the kids off to camp can positively impact your entire family dynamic, and set your children up for success in the future.

Updated May. 08, 2024
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I’ve donated 350,000 oz. of breast milk—here are my best pumping tips

Thanks to hyperlactation syndrome, I’ve been pumping for 8 years—though not by choice.

Updated May. 23, 2023
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I am my children’s safe space and their constant comfort

Moms are the quintessential workers that show up every day.

Updated May. 16, 2023
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2-year-old milestones

Your toddler loves pushing buttons at this stage (literally and figuratively!).

Updated Jun. 08, 2023
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Transitioning kids to a different time zone can be hard—here’s how to get over jet lag

Get on local time as quickly as possible so you can get on with having fun.

Updated May. 12, 2023
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18-month-old milestones

Your little gymnast can climb on and off the couch or chair—all without your help.

Updated Jun. 26, 2023
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15-month-old milestones

This month, you might be on walking alert—watching for those tentative first steps.

Updated Jun. 26, 2023
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What is motherhood imposter syndrome? Here’s how to recognize it

Above all, *you* are the parent your child needs.

Updated May. 02, 2023
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Gender equity at home is still out of reach for many, our survey shows

Experts share how moms can stop ‘doing it all’.

Updated May. 07, 2024
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Motherly’s 2023 State of Motherhood Survey Report

“Motherly exists to redefine motherhood and empower mothers to thrive. One way…

Updated May. 02, 2023
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How to talk to kids about fentanyl—from parents who have experienced its devastation

After losing their son Charlie, Mary and Ed Ternan made it their mission to inform young people and their families about the dangers of fentanyl and, increasingly, other chemicals in the drug supply.

Updated Apr. 27, 2023
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Considering sleep training? Bookmark these stories

Answers to all of your sleep training questions.

Updated May. 03, 2023
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3 ways ‘peaceful parenting’ helps us heal alongside our kids

In committing to growth alongside our children, we get to re-parent ourselves.

Updated Apr. 21, 2023
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Baby milestones by month: A parents’ guide to tracking your child’s development in the first year

From rolling over to those first steps, here’s what to know about your baby’s development each month.

Updated Jun. 23, 2023

After a 4-month NICU stay, I’m not the parent I thought I would be

Our NICU experience taught me to find joy in every moment.

Updated Apr. 14, 2023
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4 ways to support teachers—starting at home

"Here are four things that teachers actually want from parents (besides boxes of Kleenex…we can never have too many of those)."

Updated Mar. 31, 2023
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Paris Hilton says motherhood has already helped her heal from her past

Two months after welcoming her first child, Paris Hilton is opening up…

Updated Mar. 31, 2023
Mom holding son while unpacking minivan

An open letter to my best friend—my minivan

When I first met you, I wanted nothing to do with you.

Updated Mar. 31, 2023
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