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mom and kids in the kitchen

How to design a Montessori-inspired kitchen for your kids

Working in the kitchen is great for developing fine motor skills, independence, and concentration—plus, great bonding time.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
Daphne Oz with kids

Real talk with Daphne Oz: ‘One child is always awake’

Having three kids under four can be "a zoo," according to Oz.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
ritz bits and juice

Ritz crackers recall: What parents need to know 🚨

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

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
Dad and son cooking in the kitchen

Sexism hurts boys + girls alike

Today's girl can be anything she wants. But what of the little boys playing house, dressing up, cuddling baby dolls?

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
Jessica Alba with her children

Real talk with Jessica Alba: Why she’s done breastfeeding

"Emotionally, I know kind of what to expect," shares Alba. "But every time, with all the hormones, it's so overwhelming. It doesn't get any easier."

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
mom laying down on the couch and looking at child

To teach children empathy, you need to model it, mama

With a little help from us, our kids' brains can develop with meaningful connections that tune them into the feelings of others.

Updated Dec. 21, 2022
Mom pouring milk with 2 children

10 ways to parent like an Austrian—where trust goes a long way, mama

When I moved to Austria, a lot of what I thought to be true about child care was turned on its head.

Updated Aug. 02, 2022
Ali Fedotowsky

The response to Ali Fedotowsky’s vulnerable post about her post-baby body was incredibly powerful

"I had no idea how many women needed to see that post," Fedotowsky shares.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
woman carrying child

I wanted to make sure my oldest felt seen when the new baby arrived—so I did these 5 things

It helped my oldest feel seen and validated while we navigated these new waters.

Updated Feb. 09, 2022
two boys hugging each other

Don’t make your child say ‘I’m sorry’—what to do instead

While manners are important and apologies are necessary, saying sorry often doesn't teach compassion.

Updated Aug. 27, 2022
Ivanka Trump

Ivanka Trump champions paid family leave policy—and calls for bipartisan support

Because it's an issue people on both sides of the aisle should be thinking about.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
mom breastfeeding baby

10 reasons the U.S. should support breastfeeding policy

Supporting breastfeeding moms doesn't mean NOT supporting formula feeders.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
mom breastfeeding baby

We’re not anti-breastfeeding, says the Department of Health and Human Services in response to the NYT report

HHS national spokesperson Caitlin Oakley tells Motherly, "Recent reporting attempts to portray the U.S. position at the recent World Health Assembly as 'anti-breastfeeding' are patently false."

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
child looking up at mom

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
baby holding a jar full of coins

An age-by-age guide to teaching your kids about the value of money

Teaching your kids about money early in life can help them to learn healthy financial habits that'll last a lifetime.

Updated Jan. 05, 2023
child kissing her father on the cheek

5 Things this dad wants you to know about parenting with a disability

You might just change your perspective.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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