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Mental Health

Your mental health is not an afterthought, mama! Motherly is right by your side with judgment-free advice and resources.

touched out: mother holding and kissing baby at home

Why some moms feel ‘touched out’—and how to fix it

I couldn’t take a single second more of anyone being in physical contact with me. I was touched out.

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A letter to my sensitive child

I just want you to know that I will be there with you, through it all.

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The ‘mental load’ falls squarely on mothers’ shoulders—and it’s making us very tired

Even with helpful partners, moms do most of the behind the scenes thinking when it comes to managing the house.

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10 ways to thrive as a stay-at-home mom

1. Recognize that there is power in your choice to be a stay-at-home mom.

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Prenatal depression is a thing—a very real, important thing

Britney Spears called attention to the condition in her recent pregnancy announcement. It’s time we all started talking about it.

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Social media is her highlight reel—not real life

Just a friendly reminder not to beat yourself up over what you see on social media.

How to survive new motherhood when you’re an introvert

When everyone you’ve ever met wants to meet the new baby, you may have to draw boundaries. 

Why meditating with your baby is a good idea

mindbodygreen’s founder lets us in for a soothing session.

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Dinner, bath, bedtime: I WILL SURVIVE

Some days, the clock strikes 4:00, and I’m not sure where I’m going to get the energy to make it to my bedtime.

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