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The one thing to always say when disciplining your child

When we discipline our children we want to empower them to change their behavior.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
mom making bed while two siblings play on the bed

Quitting social media made me a better parent

I gave up social media to be a better parent. Now my kids and I are happier—and safer.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
mom holding daughters hand against a brick wall

13 powerful habits that help you raise well-adjusted kids

You have a beautiful window of opportunity to build the foundation your child desperately needs but also craves

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
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My child is nonbinary—and I’m so proud

Our kids are challenging the gender binary. Here's how I supported mine (and grew in the process)

Updated May. 03, 2022
toddler playing with toys on the floor

7 positive phrases to boost your toddler’s brain development

"Let's turn off the iPad and read a book together. Will you turn the pages?"

Updated Nov. 14, 2022
mom and child playing with montessori toys

6 must-read books for doing Montessori at home

If you're Montessori-curious, these books are for you.

Updated Oct. 03, 2023
mom hugging child

What I did when my 4-year-old told me that he’s transgender

Discover how to support trans kids and celebrate their gender identity with love and understanding.

Updated Mar. 04, 2025
family on a couch altogether

Non-negotiable: My husband is an equal partner

Both of us must know what goes into running the household—and we need to tackle that workload as a team.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
woman with a towel on her head on the phone

TikTok is teaching me to re-parent myself

TikTok is teaching me many of the life skills that were never instilled in me, and I'm becoming a better parent because of that.

Updated Jul. 07, 2022
birthday spankings: young girl sad at her birthday party in front of cake

Birthday spankings are one family tradition that I won’t continue

Don't know what birthday spankings are? Pull up a seat—I'm used to explaining the custom.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022
mom working on a computer with daughter beside her

This mom nails why companies should hire more mothers in a viral post

"Being a mom is a strength in the workplace, not a weakness!"

Updated Oct. 02, 2022

Moms don’t feel represented in society. Motherly wants to change that

Our annual State of Motherhood survey is about giving a voice to a generation of mothers and making sure we all feel seen.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
grandma holding new baby

I love you mom, but I’m ignoring your advice about my kids

While it's true that there is value in home remedies and anecdotal advice, here's the thing: We must also give ourselves the freedom to ignore advice. It's okay not to do something "just because your mom did it."

Updated May. 18, 2023
mom casting her vote with child in stroller next to her - can you bring your child to vote

Yes, you *can* bring your child with you to vote

What you need to know about voting with kids.

Updated Aug. 15, 2024
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