parenting advice

Struggling to communicate with your teen? You might be making this classic mistake

Good intentions, even those around communication, only go so far with teens.

5 things I don’t do as a stay-at-home mom

I’m here to say that you don’t have to be perfect.

5 everyday opportunities to teach your toddler to talk 

If you’re struggling to find structured time to teach your little one to communicate–and eventually say their magical first words—the good news is that you don’t have to abide by any rigid schedule.

Motherly Co-Founder Jill Koziol wants you to know no mom can do it all (without help)

“I definitely don't have all the answers. I never will. And we created Motherly in part because we needed Motherly.”

How ‘habit stacking’ can improve your family’s routines—and happiness

Change can be difficult for all of us. Experts say habit stacking could make the process easier for everyone.

4 mental health tips for AAPI moms

It's already stressful trying to get pregnant. The bias within my own culture made it even more difficult.

11 lies about marriage (including living happily ever after)

Why you CAN go to bed angry and more, according to a psychologist.

Meet the *new* Motherly

Introducing: Free on-demand classes, article bookmarking and DEALS!

How to talk to your teen about substance use

The short answer is: early, often, accurately and with kindness.

What parents need to know about filing their 2023 taxes

Tax advice for parents—whether you just welcomed a baby last year or have a household full of kids.

Let this be the year you stop comparing yourself to other moms

“The comparison game sends us down a rabbit hole of delusional worship of others and unrealistic expectations of ourselves."

How to deal with a toddler tantrum on a plane

In the short term, I wanted the embarrassment and shame to stop for me. However, in the long run, I want my child to grow up using her voice and embracing all of her feelings, not repressing them.

I wasn’t prepared for my kids’ flu days this year

I felt pulled in every direction.

I wasn’t prepared for the loneliness of empty nesting

I was surprised to be surprised by the emotional and physical pain of this transition.

To the mama uncertain about navigating the teenage years with her daughter

We’re sailing in uncharted waters, and much of the time, these hormone-ridden waters feel anything but serene.

Optimistic kids have parents who do these 6 things

The real magic isn’t in your perfection, but in your humanness. 

I was a struggling new mom—until I remembered this Navy organizational hack

"I remembered a hack I learned during my time in the Navy: the power of the daily orders method, which is the primary method of communicating."

How to let your teenager make mistakes

The key is to make the shift from your instinctive desire to protect or rescue your teenager, to the long term goal of their personal development.

How to treat your child’s eczema

Eczema can be worrisome. The good news? Treatment is available.

Christmas magic is still important no matter how old your kids are

As parents, we are the keeper of childhood memories.