Marriage & Partnerships
Having kids can bring big changes to marriages and partnerships. Motherly’s got you covered with support and advice from real mamas.
How the first openly transgender state senator in U.S. history is giving LGBTQ+ kids hope
"I hope tonight shows and LGBTQ kid that our democracy is big enough for them, too."
What went viral this week: A trans father’s birth pictures & why one famous Republican is voting Biden
These are the stories mamas are talking about this week.
Mom’s powerful viral message: Not every child has a ‘mom and dad’
Dr. Alang spoke to Motherly about why inclusive language matters so much.
What I wish we discussed about parenting before having kids
Here's what we actually talked about—and what we SHOULD have talked about.
For decades, this mother put her Pride on display in the sweetest way
Frances Goldin's sign said "I Adore My Lesbian Daughters."
This is the cutest Pride celebration you’ll see this year
These dads had their own parade with their kids and it's going viral.
A new supreme court ruling protects LGBTQ+ employees
The court's 6-3 ruling means that "an employer who fires an individual merely for being gay or transgender violates Title VII."
Pride is moving online this year but ‘Free Mom Hugs’ still matter
Virtual mom hugs are important in the age of coronavirus.
Conception guide for LGBTQ families, from choosing a donor to tracking your cycle
It's a journey well worth taking.
5 ways to talk to your partner about sharing the workload at home right now
"So much has changed. Let's talk about how we're going to make this work for us both."
How happy couples stay in sync—even when they’re stressed
Responding to each other with kindness is more important now than ever—here's how to do it.
6 phrases to help you and your partner defuse coronavirus-related fights
Here's how to keep the peace in a time of stress.
Coronavirus quarantine—the ultimate test of a marriage
We need to split responsibilities—now more than ever.
Yep, we’re all fighting with our partners right now
Solidarity. But also—here's how to help make it better.
7 (easy) expert tips for getting through self-quarantine with your relationship intact
Now more than ever, we need to be a united front with our partners...even if it feels impossible.
We both feel invisible in new parenthood—but I promise, I see you
I see a growing love for our daughter that is the most beautiful thing I have ever witnessed in our decade together.
Our favorite date night is movies & takeout
If prioritizing your marriage doesn't look like dates out on the town, you're okay. Your marriage isn't doomed.
Parenting together: 6 tips for partners to be on the same page
You probably won't agree with every single parenting decision your partner makes, but here's how to present a united front.