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You’re my child forever, but only my baby for a year

I could probably switch the wash over to the dryer and get those towels that have been sitting in there folded and put away. But as I watched your chest gently rise and fall, I realized something.

Updated Dec. 22, 2022
Children's books body positivity

9 children’s books to promote body positivity, from ages 2-12

Showing our kiddos that all bodies are accepted and amazing is really hard.

Updated Oct. 10, 2019
Adam Levine holding his baby

Adam Levine is happy just being a SAHD right now

"I'm obsessed with them," the star says of his daughters.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
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Behind the perfect Instagram photos are all the others I didn’t take

I did not show you the photo of the checkout line meltdown, where literally all three of them are crying, everyone is staring, and I no longer have my coffee because I forgot it on a shelf somewhere while I was trying to keep my toddler from leaping out of the cart.

Updated Dec. 09, 2022

10 Parent’s Choice items our readers love

You don't have to skimp on quality for affordability, mama.

Updated Feb. 25, 2025

6 meaningful + fun ways to make baby’s first holiday extra memorable

There's no law requiring you to dress everyone in matching red velvet jumpers to sit on Santa's lap.

Updated Oct. 04, 2019

This photographer’s viral breastfeeding photos are so important

Discover why this photographer's viral breastfeeding images matter to parents and how they celebrate the beauty of motherhood.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025

8 Montessori-friendly ways to handle tantrums in public or private

Rule #1: Be present in every situation.

Updated Aug. 21, 2024
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Not judging each other as mothers isn’t enough—here’s what else we need to do

The anti-mom-judgment movement is well underway; people are acknowledging how judgmental we…

Updated Feb. 10, 2022

You should let your child do homework on their own—here’s why

Also, teaching kids the way you learned can create confusion.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

The system to support motherhood is currently broken—it’s time to fix it

Motherly is demanding change on behalf of America's moms.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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These powerful viral photos prove feeding a baby is beautiful no matter how you do it

Breast, bottle or tube, mama's love is the best supplement.

Updated Sep. 08, 2022
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Head to Walmart.com for savings on items that help you multitask, mama

As sweet as it may be to cuddle, cradle, or carry your…

Updated Nov. 30, 2021
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