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Keep up with the latest news on what matters most to your family, from public health to parenting and maybe some celebrity gossip, too.

Viral TikTok mom talks about being husband's 'kin-keeper'

Mom explains why it’s not her job to be ‘kin-keeper’ to her husband’s family

"If my mom doesn’t know what’s going on, I’m a bad daughter. If his mom doesn’t know what’s going on, I’m a bad daughter-in-law."

Pregnant woman getting ultrasound

New York is officially the first state to mandate PTO for prenatal care

Employees will receive 20 hours of paid prenatal healthcare leave beginning in 2025.

mom kissing baby by window

Gen Z moms are less likely to support gun control and paid leave this election year, our survey shows

Moms under 30 are 3 times less likely than older moms to support key federal policies, Motherly’s 2024 State of Motherhood survey found. But I’m not surprised.

Bluey family

Americans can finally watch the banned ‘Bluey’ episode on YouTube

Disney+ refused to stream this 'Bluey' episode where a male dog pretends to give birth.

Weighted sleep sacks

Mass retailers have pulled weighted infant sleepwear from shelves due to safety concerns

Pediatric health experts and lawmakers alike are concerned about the safety of weighted infant sleepwear.

female doctor helping patient with mammogram procedure - mammograms at 40

Women should start getting mammograms at 40, new guidance says

But some say the new recommendation doesn't go far enough to protect women with dense breast tissue.

woman with head back, depressed

New study finds perimenopause is linked to a 40% greater risk of depression

"Our findings show just how significantly the mental health of perimenopausal women can suffer during this time."

More women are seeking therapy now

More moms are finally reaping the benefits of therapy—and so are their kids

More moms are taking advantage of therapist sessions now than ever before.

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