Health

Motherly Stories

Donating breast milk saves lives—and is easier than you might think

There’s a growing shortage in donor breast milk, but here’s how lactating parents can help.

Women's Health

This little-known side effect impacts nearly 30% of women after breast cancer

Lymphedema causes painful swelling and is a chronic condition.

Women's Health

70% of women have breastfeeding challenges. Can we stop pretending it’s easy?

It’s time to level-set about how hard breastfeeding is.

Children's Health

Does my toddler need speech therapy?

The founders of Wee Talkers discuss what’s normal when it comes to toddler speech.

Children's Health

Swimming is not just a summer activity: Here’s how swimming can boost your kid’s mental health for the school year

An international study by Griffith University tells us just how beneficial swimming can be for children.

Women's Health

I had a postpartum hemorrhage: Why maternal health needs a champion

We need leaders who will fight for access to maternal health services, as well as help build socioeconomic systems that will support mothers regardless of race, income or location.

Health & Wellness

Finding hope: Navigating your way to the best fertility clinic

Because you deserve exceptional care on your fertility journey.

Motherly Stories

Debunking 4 myths about egg health as you age

Time for some good news: Your egg health isn’t set in stone.

Baby Milestones

Starting solids? Don’t miss the ‘flavor window’

From purees to Pad Thai: An expert shares how and when to introduce bold flavors to your budding foodie.

Baby Health

This new baby food company lets you check each package for heavy metals

Babylife Organics is adding a whole new level of transparency when it comes to heavy metal testing.

Child Learn & Play

Here’s how to help kids find their ’emotional courage’

The founders of Slumberkins emphasize exploring all feelings with curiosity in this excerpt from their new book, "All Feelings Welcome: Parenting Practices for Raising Caring, Confident, and Resilient Kids".

Teen Issues

How to create a safe space with your teen

Think of suicide prevention as not just talking about the subject of suicide but creating an ongoing environment of open and honest communication at home.

Birth

We should stop discarding placentas after birth, scientists say

We’re missing a major research opportunity: The placenta can tell us a lot about the health of both mom and baby.

Motherly Stories

A mother’s journey after loss

Through ISF, I’ve been able to honor Isabella’s legacy by supporting other families, raising awareness and advancing treatment options and research for rare pediatric cancers.

Motherly Stories

Doctors told me I wasn’t ‘healthy enough’ to get pregnant again. Here’s what I did next

HGTV star Jasmine Roth opens up to Motherly about experiencing secondary infertility, advocating for herself and trusting her body again.

Birth Stories

When my youngest daughter was in the NICU, I felt like I was failing both of my kids

My mom guilt was strong.

Mental Health

Back-to-school can be hard on parents, too

An expert shares what to do to protect your own mental health during this busy time.

Viral & Trending

Fellow moms come to viral ‘donut mom’s’ defense when she chose to give her toddler donuts

Let’s stop with the mom shaming already, guys.

Children's Health

Whooping cough cases are double what they were last year, CDC says

Infants under 12 months and pregnant people are particularly vulnerable. A pediatric infectious disease specialist shares what you need to know.

Third Trimester

8 essential questions to ask at your third trimester appointments

An OB-GYN and clinical researcher shares what to know about maternal vaccination in the third trimester and birth plans as you get ready for labor.