covid-19

The truth about those child trafficking conspiracy theories

Here's how to spot disinformation and how to protect yourself.

How I’m prepping for the hardest school year ever

Part of it means I need to prioritize myself.

The surprising benefit of kids wearing masks

What doctors and parents say about the psychological benefits of masks

Depression is hitting mothers harder than fathers—here’s what you can do about it

If you're not flourishing in this new world, mama, don't worry. No one is.

These Lysol products can kill the coronavirus in 2 minutes, says the EPA

Plus what other products to use if you can't find them. 👇

Can’t decide between physical or virtual school? This CDC tool will help

It can seem like there are simultaneously infinite choices and none at the same time.

What this doctor wants parents to know before making the back-to-school decision

Parents have questions and need expert answers.

How 8 celeb mamas are adjusting to pandemic parenting

From getting kiddos used to masks to shifting back-to-school plans, to accepting a pregnancy experience that is so different from what they'd envisioned.

This dad’s viral post on parenting during a pandemic is so true it hurts

"Yet somehow, after witnessing the messy truth that is their father living through a pandemic, they still want my attention and guidance and snuggles before bed."

This country gets an A+ on reopening schools

Experts say we should be looking at what this nation did during and before the pandemic.

I had to quit my job to help my family get through this pandemic

It was unsustainable for me to be a working mom during the peak of the pandemic.

Everything about this school year feels wrong

But the hard choices could lead to a new, better education system

Sometimes I miss normalcy so badly it hurts

One day, it will come back. But not yet.

These surprising products help me sleep like a baby 😴

I don't know if you've heard but pandemic insomnia is real—and it's making some moms very tired. Me. I'm some moms.

Microschools + pandemic pods may solve one problem, but there’s more to the story

Here's what's missing from this particular solution: Equity.

This is why moms feel so numb right now

In March we were scared. In April we were stressed. In May we were tired. By June, we were exhausted. And now, in July, we are numb.

We’re facing a massive childcare shortage—and women of color are paying the price

Sixty percent of businesses in the childcare industry are minority-owned, but historically these workers are vastly underpaid and under appreciated. As Motherly reported last year, on average, America's childcare workers make less than Amazon delivery drivers.

Parenting in shifts has been our coping strategy during quarantine

My partner and I take turns in taking care of our kids, and it's taught me even more about parenting in the long term.

To get coronavirus under control by September, Americans have to do one thing: Wear a mask

It's a small thing we can all do.

How to feel more comfortable wearing a mask when it’s SO hot out

Tips for you and your whole family.