Elizabeth Tenety

The joy in a baby’s smile: What a viral reunion teaches us about infant bonding

Joy. Recognition. Relief. All in under seven seconds.

Phones are out of class—now what? a mom’s guide to school phone bans

Phone bans are spreading across U.S. schools in 2025–2026, reshaping student focus, social skills, and classroom habits

Navigating Vaccination: Tips and Information for Moms

Chatting about vaccinations with your pediatrician doesn’t have to feel overwhelming! Check out where you can find helpful info to prep for your next visit and learn why it matters.

Screens are changing our kids’ eyes health and cognition: What can parents do to help?

A recent Motherly social survey revealed that 82% of moms are worried…

Pregnant moms are losing safe places to give birth—and rural families are paying the price

Because in parts of rural America, it’s not just hard to find a place to give birth. It’s becoming nearly impossible.

The Motherly Podcast Season 21

New at-home lab test gives postpartum mothers real answers—before the six-week checkup

“We test hundreds of biomarkers during pregnancy. Then we test nothing.”

A new mom lost it over a BLT—and every parent understands why

“George ate the effing BLT while I was in the other room feeding the baby. I cried. We have since made amends.”

Moms need help after birth—but for 1 in 6, no one outside their partner showed up

Even though 93% of moms say self-care is essential, 80% get less than an hour of personal time per day.

Parents are embracing a much-needed “Type C  Summer”—here’s how

The term “Type C parent” describes someone who strategizes for survival with structure when possible and flexibility when absolutely necessary.

Parents back classroom phone bans—but here’s why many moms still feel uneasy

74% of U.S. adults now support banning cell phones during class in middle and high school—up from 68% last fall.

Khloé Kardashian sparks debate about nannies—and why moms still feel so judged

“We’re all blessed, and it takes a village to raise a family.”