Self-Care: Health and Wellness Guide for Moms

Women's Health

Why young women are almost twice as likely to be diagnosed with cancer as young men

January 17, 2025

2024 Article Hero Celebrity Trending 100 Motherly

Safety

Protect your family from wildfire smoke: What parents and pregnant people need to know

While most research has focused on general air pollution, emerging studies indicate that wildfire smoke can have similar health effects.

January 14, 2025

Health, Pregnancy, Wildfire, Wildfire smoke

Health & Wellness

Iron infusions: A new global standard for boosting pregnancy outcomes?

A groundbreaking study has revealed that a single iron infusion during the third trimester can significantly reduce anemia in pregnant women

January 10, 2025

Health, Healthy pregnancy, Iron infusions, Pregnancy

2024 Article Hero Celebrity Trending 110 Motherly

Baby

Norovirus and pregnancy: What you need to know to protect yourself and your baby

Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes gastroenteritis, more commonly known as the “stomach bug” or “stomach flu.”

January 2, 2025

Baby health, Health, Kids health, Norovirus, Norovirus and pregnancy

Mental Health

Mississippi’s new hotline could save moms’ lives—here’s how

The CHAMP4Moms hotline connects these providers directly with a reproductive psychiatrist who can guide them and help them get screened, diagnosed, and treated.

December 26, 2024

Health & Wellness

Whooping cough outbreak: CDC reports 6x more cases than this time last year

Learn about the symptoms, how it spreads, and why vaccination is essential to protect young children and vulnerable adults.

December 19, 2024

Cdc, Outbreak, Pertussis, Vaccines, Virus, Whopping cough

Health & Wellness

Water and milk are the only recommended beverages for kids, according to a new expert panel

While juice has long been marketed as a healthy option, experts stress that even 100% fruit juice should be limited due to its high sugar content and lack of fiber.

January 30, 2025

Childrens health, Drinks for kids, Kids health, Water and milk

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Baby Health

14 key things parents should know about RSV in 2025: Symptoms, treatment & prevention

We're still in the early stages of RSV season, but doctors are already worried about a rise in cases.

January 30, 2025

Health

Baby Health

Yellowjackets actress shares the emotional journey of preparing for her baby’s cleft lip surgery

Hanratty is helping to destigmatize one of the most common congenital conditions.

January 22, 2025

Children's Health

Red Dye No. 3 is now banned: What parents need to know

Red Dye No. 3 (aka FD&C Red No. 3 or erythrosine) is a synthetic coloring that gives many snacks, drinks, and medicines their bright red or pink hues.

January 15, 2025

Toddler

Why do toddlers mix up their words? The explanation is too sweet

From calling Rice Krispie treats "raspberry Christmas trees" to identifying a peppermint as a "hippo," their creative word associations often feel like riddles waiting to be solved.

November 28, 2024

@toddler speech, #toddler

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It's Science

You started as an egg inside your grandmother—here’s the mind-blowing science behind this generational bond

Did you know that the egg that would one day become you was formed while your mother was still developing in your grandmother's womb?

November 19, 2024

#grandmother egg, #grandmother egg theory, #science

News

The emotional cost of being first: Study finds higher rates of anxiety in firstborn & only children

New research reveals how birth order may affect your child’s mental health—here’s what to know.

October 28, 2024

Anxiety, Birth order, Depression, Firstborn, Mental health, Oldest daughter syndrome, Only child, Research, Science, Siblings, Study

Life

It’s science: Wanting to ‘eat’ your baby makes you a better parent

Go ahead and nibble on your baby's cheeks. Research says it makes you an even better parent.

May 25, 2024

Baby, Child development, Fourth trimester, It’s science

Mental Health

Military moms finally get the mental health support they deserve

January 16, 2025

2024 Article Hero Celebrity Trending 118 Motherly

Mental Health

How to beat the winter blues as a mom: 4 therapist-approved tips

"It's time to turn your home into a cozy haven and create spaces in your home that you look forward to re-charging in."

January 6, 2025

Essays, Winter

Mental Health

Mississippi’s new hotline could save moms’ lives—here’s how

The CHAMP4Moms hotline connects these providers directly with a reproductive psychiatrist who can guide them and help them get screened, diagnosed, and treated.

December 26, 2024

Grandparents & Extended Families

Grandpa skips to school with granddaughter to help single mom—and wins the Internet

In the TikTok video Samantha shared on her account, @samanthabrookex, she explains how her dad steps in on the days her mental health makes leaving the house difficult.

December 26, 2024

2024 Article Hero Celebrity Trending 94 Motherly

Health & Wellness

The silent strain: New study reveals moms handle 79% of family’s daily demands

The Journal of Marriage and Family reveals what many of us already feel in our bones: moms are carrying 79% of the daily mental labor that keeps families afloat.

December 19, 2024

Maternal mental health, Mental health, Mental health in motherhood, Mental load, Mental load of motherhood, Mental well-being, Motherhood

Postpartum

Groundbreaking blood test could revolutionize how postpartum depression is diagnosed AND treated

Diagnosing PPD has traditionally relied on moms recognizing and reporting their symptoms—a tall order when they’re battling exhaustion and the endless demands of new motherhood.

December 10, 2024

Mental health, Mental health in motherhood, Mental load of motherhood, Postpartum, Postpartum care, Postpartum depression

Labor & Delivery

Yoga poses for labor

5 poses you might want to strike when baby’s bearing down.

March 27, 2024

Birth plan, Giving birth, Health

Fitness

The ‘cozy sculpt’ fitness trend is IDEAL for moms

Celebrity trainer and founder of The Sculpt Society, Megan Roup, shares how to make it part of your own routine.

March 22, 2024

Health, Postpartum exercise, Shop

Second Trimester

8 exercises to relieve hip pain during pregnancy

Don't let hip pain take the excitement out of your pregnancy.

March 1, 2024

Health, Pregnancy

Fitness

Can a cold-water plunge improve your health?

Some people swear by the icy immersions you’re seeing all over Instagram. We dig into the science behind the suddenly-everywhere trend.

February 19, 2024

Health, Shop

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Postpartum

Pampering postpartum moms shouldn’t be a luxury—how can we make it accessible for all?

At a time when families need more support than ever, American society leaves them particularly vulnerable.

December 12, 2024

Pampering, Postpartum, Postpartum care, Postpartum health, Self care

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Viral & Trending

Moms are paying it forward for fellow moms by leaving Target gift cards in diaper boxes

The sentiment is a poignant reminder that no one sees moms like other moms do.

September 25, 2024

Tiktok

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Motherly Stories

No, my life didn’t ‘start’ the day I became a mom

Technically speaking, it ended.

May 29, 2024

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Health & Wellness

Bookmark these virtual support groups on your TTC journey

PSA: You don’t even have to contribute to feel supported.

April 22, 2024

Fertility, Health, Starting your family: week 4, Trying to get pregnant

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

I tried the viral Taylor Swift Forme Bra and it’s like a love letter to my slumping shoulders

And it looks really good, too.

December 13, 2024

Shop

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Here’s how I’m preparing for my kids’ sick days this year

When those first few sniffles start, I’ll be ready.

August 26, 2024

Health, Noquin, Shop

Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

How one mom’s health struggle led to a non-toxic revolution

Branch Basic's co-founder Allison Evans on detoxifying our homes one cleaning product at a time.

July 31, 2024

Shop

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Health & Wellness Shopping Guide

Celeb nutritionist Kelly LeVeque spills her mom must-haves

From nourishing snacks to kid-friendly cooking tools that get little ones engaged in the kitchen.

April 1, 2024

Health, Shop

Health & Wellness

Water and milk are the only recommended beverages for kids, according to a new expert panel

While juice has long been marketed as a healthy option, experts stress that even 100% fruit juice should be limited due to its high sugar content and lack of fiber.

January 30, 2025

Childrens health, Drinks for kids, Kids health, Water and milk

Baby Health

14 key things parents should know about RSV in 2025: Symptoms, treatment & prevention

We're still in the early stages of RSV season, but doctors are already worried about a rise in cases.

January 30, 2025

Health

Baby Health

Yellowjackets actress shares the emotional journey of preparing for her baby’s cleft lip surgery

Hanratty is helping to destigmatize one of the most common congenital conditions.

January 22, 2025

Health & Wellness

Milk allergen risk prompts pancake mix recall—how to keep your family safe

We know how stressful it can be to worry about hidden allergens in your pantry. Here’s what you need to know to protect your family.

January 21, 2025

Milk allergen, Pancake, Pearl milling company, Product recall

Women's Health

Why young women are almost twice as likely to be diagnosed with cancer as young men

Young women under 50 are 82% more likely to be diagnosed with cancer than their male peers.

January 17, 2025

Mental Health

Military moms finally get the mental health support they deserve

Frequent deployments where you’re saying goodbye to your spouse for months (or even years), endless moves, juggling kids far from family, and making impossible career sacrifices.

January 16, 2025

Children's Health

Red Dye No. 3 is now banned: What parents need to know

Red Dye No. 3 (aka FD&C Red No. 3 or erythrosine) is a synthetic coloring that gives many snacks, drinks, and medicines their bright red or pink hues.

January 15, 2025

2024 Article Hero Celebrity Trending 97 Motherly

Health & Wellness

Can this simple saline solution help kids get over colds faster? Science says yes

Not only can it shorten the time kids spend feeling sick, but it can also reduce the chances of other family members catching the illness.

January 14, 2025

Childrens health, Cold remedy, Health, Saline solution

Safety

Protect your family from wildfire smoke: What parents and pregnant people need to know

While most research has focused on general air pollution, emerging studies indicate that wildfire smoke can have similar health effects.

January 14, 2025

Health, Pregnancy, Wildfire, Wildfire smoke

2024 Article Hero Celebrity Trending 4 1 Motherly

Baby

H5 bird flu outbreak: How to protect your family and stay safe

Let’s explore what H5 bird flu is, key safety practices, and how you can protect your loved ones.

January 10, 2025

Baby health, Flu, H5 flu

Health & Wellness

Iron infusions: A new global standard for boosting pregnancy outcomes?

A groundbreaking study has revealed that a single iron infusion during the third trimester can significantly reduce anemia in pregnant women

January 10, 2025

Health, Healthy pregnancy, Iron infusions, Pregnancy

Mental Health

How to beat the winter blues as a mom: 4 therapist-approved tips

"It's time to turn your home into a cozy haven and create spaces in your home that you look forward to re-charging in."

January 6, 2025

Essays, Winter

Baby

Norovirus and pregnancy: What you need to know to protect yourself and your baby

Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes gastroenteritis, more commonly known as the “stomach bug” or “stomach flu.”

January 2, 2025

Baby health, Health, Kids health, Norovirus, Norovirus and pregnancy

Mental Health

Mississippi’s new hotline could save moms’ lives—here’s how

The CHAMP4Moms hotline connects these providers directly with a reproductive psychiatrist who can guide them and help them get screened, diagnosed, and treated.

December 26, 2024

Grandparents & Extended Families

Grandpa skips to school with granddaughter to help single mom—and wins the Internet

In the TikTok video Samantha shared on her account, @samanthabrookex, she explains how her dad steps in on the days her mental health makes leaving the house difficult.

December 26, 2024

Safety

Recall alert: Over 85,000 Melii Baby silicone spoons pulled due to choking hazard

The recall involves Melii Baby Silicone Spoons sold in various packs and part of their 5-piece silicone feeding sets.

December 20, 2024

Health & Wellness

Whooping cough outbreak: CDC reports 6x more cases than this time last year

Learn about the symptoms, how it spreads, and why vaccination is essential to protect young children and vulnerable adults.

December 19, 2024

Cdc, Outbreak, Pertussis, Vaccines, Virus, Whopping cough

Health & Wellness

The silent strain: New study reveals moms handle 79% of family’s daily demands

The Journal of Marriage and Family reveals what many of us already feel in our bones: moms are carrying 79% of the daily mental labor that keeps families afloat.

December 19, 2024

Maternal mental health, Mental health, Mental health in motherhood, Mental load, Mental load of motherhood, Mental well-being, Motherhood

Birth, Black moms, Black motherhood, Black mothers, Black women, Speak up

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