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Keeping little ones safe is a big responsibility! Motherly is by your side with expert child safety advice, from car seats to sleep and more.

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The ‘Momo challenge’ isn’t real, but the concerns it raised are

While the Momo challenge is something of an urban legend for the internet age (it's basically the "Teens are eating Tide pods" of 2019), it's understandable why parents were quick to share warnings.

Updated Dec. 02, 2021

Are there heavy metals in your kid’s juice? The details of Consumer Reports’ investigation

We spoke to Consumer Reports and they had one message: Don't panic.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022

5 Unsafe Baby Sleep Products That Parents Still Use

Do you have one of them on your registry list?

Updated Jan. 25, 2019
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Whole Foods baby spinach recall: What parents need to know

Salads, pizza, sandwiches, wraps + the salad and hot bars are impacted in 8 states.

Updated Apr. 20, 2022

This viral video has parents everywhere double-checking car seats

"If it didn't happen in front of me I'd never have believed it," Mock captioned his upload.

Updated Jan. 17, 2019

The ABCs of Safe Sleep for Baby

Easy cheat sheet for safe sleep foundation.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022
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6 best all-in-one car seats

The one and only car seat you'll ever need.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
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Here’s the reason why your CVS doesn’t have Enfamil right now

They're taking safety precautions, mama.

Updated Apr. 20, 2022
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How to talk about bullying with your kids—without being awkward

We've seen what resonates and what doesn't—and want to help parents navigate these conversations, whether your little one is starting preschool or heading into high school.

Updated Feb. 17, 2022
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Bode and Morgan Miller share powerful message about pool safety

I just keep counting to 30 in my head. That was all I needed."

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
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Why the AAP is telling parents not to put plastic bowls, cups + plates in the dishwasher

The American Academy of Pediatrics just released a new policy statement calling for changes in regulatory processes at the FDA when it comes to deciding if food additives are safe.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
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Ritz crackers recall: What parents need to know 🚨

16 varieties of Ritz products are being recalled over Salmonella concerns.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
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Mamas around the world rejoice: All 12 Thai boys + coach are out of the cave

It was a harrowing ordeal, but the boys are now able to see (but not yet touch) their families.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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What would your kid do if they found a gun? IKEA incident proves parents can’t make assumptions

Why every parent needs to have the gun safety conversation.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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