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More than 170,000 inclined infant sleepers recalled by CPSC: What parents need to know

Graco, Evenflo, Summer Infant and Delta Enterprises are all involved in the latest recall.

Updated Jul. 09, 2024
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Montessori at home: 10 activities under $10

Some of the best Montessori activities are practically free—and use materials that are already in your house.

Updated Jan. 05, 2022
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These are the paid leave policies gaining traction in Washington

We know Americans want paid family leave and that it would help babies, fathers and mothers. This is the #yearofthemother and we want to hear more conversations and more progress on Capitol Hill.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

Motherly’s bottle-feeding class

There are many reasons you may find yourself wanting to give your…

Updated May. 03, 2023
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It’s okay if two kids is way harder than you thought

Researchers found that having a second child puts a lot of pressure on parents' time and their mental health, and mothers bear the brunt of the burden.

Updated Aug. 23, 2022

What if moms acted more like CEOs?

Accepting or asking for help is something many moms, myself included, struggle with, but the most effective corporate CEOs do it every day without guilt or apology.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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88% of parents say being a parent is harder than ever

Luckily there's a lot we can do to make it easier—like giving ourselves a break on self-imposed expectations, and allowing some room for grace.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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10 positive phrases to help your kids eat less sugar

Steer kids toward healthier eating without a power struggle.

Updated Apr. 20, 2022

Montessori play groups can help bring parents together—here’s how to start one

Make friends and boost your little one's development: Win-win.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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2020 is the year things get better for moms

Here's what needs to happen.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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Summer Infant’s SwaddleMe By Your Bed Sleeper isn’t safe, says CSPC

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is pushing for a recall.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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The negative side effects of no sleep

Parental sleep deprivation is real—and it has very real consequences.

Updated Oct. 03, 2022

10 ways to be productive when your baby just wants to be held

Tales of multitasking motherhood from some of our favorite #mombosses.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
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