Health
More moms than ever are having babies over 45, CDC finds. Here’s why that’s huge
A look at the rising trend of later-in-life moms.
Meet the essential gut bacteria every baby needs—but most babies are missing
B. infantis was prevalent in infant gut microbiomes more than a century ago, but 90% of infants born today don’t have it. What happened?
What is the IVF process really like? A fertility doctor explains
A step-by-step guide to going through IVF.
Can we please stop calling it ‘mom brain’?
Reframing how we think about the brain fog that can come with motherhood.
Considering an HBAC? Here’s what experts want you to know
A home birth after cesarean (HBAC) can be a powerful way to reclaim your birth experience under the right circumstances.
How to help your child become a healthy achiever—while avoiding ‘toxic achievement culture’
In an exclusive Q&A, reporter and author Jennifer Breheny Wallace explains.
Here’s how to spot and respond to your baby’s hunger cues
It turns out babies are excellent communicators, and they have several ways of telling us when they are hungry.
Jessica Biel gets real about navigating picky eating and school lunches
In an interview with Motherly, the “Candy” actress shares the importance of celebrating small wins.
What to know about Zurzuvae, the new pill for PPD
The FDA has approved the first pill to treat postpartum depression.
Worried about your baby’s screen time? 5 strategies to reduce the pull
It’s never too late—or too early—to have a ‘digital reset’.
Lactation consultants should be covered by your insurance—this initiative is making sure it happens
The Lactation Network is working to fill the gap of breastfeeding parents who need more support.
The 5 best vitamins for teens, according to a dietitian
Most teens rely on processed foods for calories, but vitamins can help.
The first year: Your baby’s health from A to Z
From colds and colic to rashes and vaccines, consider this your just-in-case guide.
Flame retardants ‘widely detected’ in U.S. breast milk, study shows
In 100% of the samples tested, researchers found some level of 25 different types of brominated flame retardants (BFRs). Here’s what to know.
Are energy drinks safe for kids?
Although amounts vary, most energy drinks contain 100 to 300 mg of caffeine per serving. Coffee has 95 mg.
The infant formula shortage led to unsafe feeding for many babies, study shows
Nearly half of parents surveyed had to rely on unsafe feeding methods during the 2022 crisis.
Study shows fathers are key in supporting breastfeeding and safe sleep
But most dads surveyed weren’t up to date on best practices.
Spotting the signs of eating disorders in kids and teens
More children and teens than ever are struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating. An expert shares what to know.
New blood test to predict preeclampsia receives FDA approval
Preeclampsia is estimated to affect 1 in 25 pregnancies in the US.
5 ways marathon training helped prepare me for motherhood
Motherhood is a marathon.