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Ask Motherly: My newborn cries whenever I’m not holding them—what do I do?

When you've got a 'velcro baby,' the struggle is so real.

Dear Baby, I did not know I’d give you all of me

"I received a tiny life, I got you baby, but what many don't see is that your life is quite literally cut from my cloth."

We’re laughing harder than we should at these 16 hilarious tweets about Amazon Prime Day

I feel seen.

Toddler mamas rejoice: The OXO grape cutter is a lifesaver

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Should I get prenatal genetic screening? The most common questions, answered.

Here are some of the common questions people have about genetic screening in pregnancy, to help you understand what genetic screening is, the risks, accuracy and types of tests to choose from.

The cult-favorite Revlon hair dryer is currently the lowest price ever (and yes, you totally need it)

It is a fan favorite for a reason.

6 lies I believed about going from stay-at-home to working mom

#3: That my kids would feel neglected.

‘It’s okay if you don’t breastfeed.’

It was exactly what I needed to hear.

Your postpartum recovery kit: Feel your best after a vaginal birth

Here’s what you need to know to have the best possible postpartum recovery

A pep talk for pregnant mamas from a doula—you can do this

This is a historic moment. YOU are the women giving birth to babies born during a global pandemic. YOU are superheroes.

Allyson Felix qualifies for first Olympics since her traumatic birth

Allyson Felix is the most decorated American woman in Olympic track and field history

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)

Katy Perry just corrected everyone who thinks maternity leave is ‘time off’

Perry started her thread with, "Popular misconception: being a mom isn't a full-time job."

It’s 2022, but for American mothers, it’s still the 1950s

Once a woman in America becomes a mother, our society transports her back in time. In an instant, generations of sexist ideas and structures descend back upon her.

How should I modify my workouts while pregnant?

According to a personal trainer.

Maternity leave planning—16 essential questions to ask your employer

3. Am I entitled to benefits when on maternity leave?

When the doctor said my baby needed to gain weight, we supplemented with formula

I had my heart set on exclusively breastfeeding, but as I've now seen, I know it's not the only "right" way to feed your little one.

The first Congressman to take paternity leave wants more men to follow his lead

Rep. Colin Allred was the first member of Congress to take paternity leave in 2019.