baby

Why this mama declared her hospital room a ‘No Breastfeeding Zone’

Breasts and breast milk don't define motherhood. Love does, and Koziel has plenty to give.

Why I can’t say I’m done having kids

My husband and I both feel like our family's complete. But I feel guilty when I say that out loud.

The 5-in-1 crib that will make the nursery your favorite room in the house

From first sleeps to epic play house to big kid bed, this one pulls out all the stops.

This mama perfectly explains how time changes when you become a mother

"He is only 9 weeks old, but I feel like I am already yearning for the past and for things that haven't even happened yet."

When can you sleep train a baby? There’s only one hard-and-fast rule, according to experts

A baby sleep consultant breaks down how old your baby should be before starting.

This mama shares the raw reality of newborn quadruplets

"Most of the day, this is where you would find me―snuggled up with four little babies."

Dear Baby, I did not know I’d give you all of me

"I received a tiny life, I got you baby, but what many don't see is that your life is quite literally cut from my cloth."

12 reasons why your newborn might be crying, and how to soothe them

It can be tricky to decipher exactly what your baby wants in the beginning. As you grow with your baby, you'll start to recognize what certain cries mean.

Deal alert: The Motherly Shop friends & family sale is back again

Now's the time to grab a splurge-worthy item at a discount or baby items you can use every day.

My son was diagnosed with a rare disease at 5 months old—this is our fight

And even with this weight bearing down on us, we see the light at the edges.

10 books about welcoming a new baby into the family

Reading stories that center around a new addition can help prepare your little one for the arrival of their new baby brother or sister.

These incredible “super twins” were conceived three weeks apart and their story is amazing

It's called superfetation, and it's extremely rare.

11 eco-friendly baby products you can feel good about

Baby products good for your family + the planet? We so love that.

This is how “baby talk” affects little ones learning two languages

Infant-directed speech—better known as "baby talk"—makes babies pay more attention, a new study found.

Not sure about cloth diapers? 4 reasons to consider a switch

Here's why so many moms swear by cloth diapers.

TikTok’s “tell me your child is pooping without telling me” challenge is cracking us up

We can't get enough of the little grunts and groans

Motherly just launched the nursery furniture we’ve always dreamed of 😍

The Timeless Collection is meticulously designed with your family's needs in mind.

4 steps to prep your baby for a restful nap

This pre-sleep ritual gets baby in the mood.

The one way I’m willing to embarrass myself for my baby

Because no one appreciates my version of Hall and Oates more than he does.

14 science-backed ways to lower SIDS risk in babies

Sleep expert Dr. Harvey Karp breaks down the SIDS basics every parent needs to know.