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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.

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Mom rage is real—and it’s a sign that mothers’ needs aren’t being met

The truth is, anger—real, fist-clenching, heart-racing, uncontrollable anger—is so much more common among mothers than many of us think.

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How to overcome and heal from birth trauma

If you have had a troubling, difficult or traumatic birth, there are some positive steps you can take.

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Confident moms raise confident kids, says an author and expert

Lydia Fenet shares her top 3 tips to raising confident kids.

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This is what moms get wrong about self-care, according to a therapist

Hint: Self-care isn’t about “fixing” yourself, it’s about honoring your needs.

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Good news: Time spent near trees—even in a city—can boost teens’ mental health

You may not be able to bathe in the forest, but get near the greenery anyway, study finds.

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Study shows that supportive grandparents can benefit moms’ mental health

Researchers found a link between maternal mental health and active support from their own parents.

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Attachment disruptions can lead to resentment—here’s why you shouldn’t push it away

After the joy of having my son, I gradually became aware of the more negative feelings tugging at the corners of my mind.

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‘Sephora kids’ and the concerning influence of social media on tween girls

It’s a far cry from their millennial parents’ trips to Claire’s for cheap eyeshadow.

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Popular asthma medication Singulair linked to serious mental health concerns for adults and children

Millions of US adults and children take Singulair, but most are unaware the drug is linked to depression, aggressive behavior and even suicide.

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More mental health issues found in teens with several siblings, research shows

9,100 eighth graders in the U.S. and 9,400 in China were involved in the study.

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Navigating parenthood when you feel like an outlier

My lack of a physical pregnancy experience meant that connecting with other mothers could be difficult.

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Baby massage can support mothers’ mental health, study finds

Infant massage lowered postpartum depression symptoms and helped with bonding.

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