Positive Parenting

You’re rocking this #momlife

“You always focus on your mistakes as a mom, and you just have to know that you’re doing the best you can.”

What a stay-at-home mother sacrifices—and what she gains

The reality of staying home all day with a young child is that it can be quite isolating.

Wellness Spotlight: Amanda Freeman

SLT’s founder (and single mama) shares her top healthy advice.

‘When are you done having kids?’

One mama shares her story on how and when she realized she’s finished having children, and her journey of acceptance.

Self-care is not ‘pampering’

It is not selfish to refill your own cup, so that you can pour into others.

The 6 labor + delivery fears you’ve got to let go

2. The nudity.

An Open Letter to My Baby on the Changing Table

Why the f do you have to make it so hard for me?

‘Enjoy every moment’? I’m exhausted this moment.

Cheers to the moments when you open the door, looking completely unhinged.

Why Mother’s Day is still special to me, even without my daughter

One woman shares her story of what it means to be a mother—now and forever.

Cute Brooklyn Dads’ Mother’s Day Gifts

Awwwwwwww.

#Treatyoself, mama

“You never appreciate all of the things your mother did for you until you find yourself doing the same things for your kids.”

Remember, mama, this season will pass

Seasons can be tough at times but they do pass and when they do we miss them

Here’s a pep talk for the days when you don’t want to adult

What truly matters today? 1. I show up with love. 2. My babies are safe and loved. That’s it. 

An ode to my 20s on the eve of my 30th birthday—thank you

Here’s to tea parties instead of keg parties, and the (sleep) hangovers caused by up-all-night teething children.

3 key ways you can raise a happy, confident child—with your praise

Learn to praise the process—less than the person. 

5 ways to take parenting criticism in stride

Whether face-to-face or behind a screen, here’s how to deal with judgment from other parents. 

5 expert tips for raising resilient children in an age of terrorism

When it comes to terrorism, children want to know that adults have some grip and perspective. So, get some.

Your TTC journey: Keep it spicy. Keep it real.

She who is brave is free. How's your partner handling the TTC process? Is he loving all the action—or stressing about his fertility? We checked in on common men's fears when trying to get pregnant. Long story short: He wants to know if his boys can swim, if you're happy and healthy, and how he's going to afford all those diapers. Your job? Remind him that these worries are so normal, and that you're in this together. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. These are the 10 questions you should discuss as a couple before getting pregnant. We asked the experts, rounded up their answers and even put them into a printable format to bring to your next date night. If only we could answer them for you, too...

You do you, mama ‍♀️

You've got this. It's so tempting to play the comparison game when TTC: She got pregnant right away, she needed to see a fertility specialist and can you believe that SHE'S having a kid? Pro tip from the team at Motherly: Every woman is different, so don't waste time comparing your experience to someone else's. Some women have awful morning sickness, while others barely notice they're pregnant the whole first trimester. Some rock maternity jeggings like pregnant glamazons, and some off us swear off pants until our kids are in kindergarten (long live maxi skirts ♀️). You do you, mama. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. Motherly is a judgment-free zone. We think you're amazing just the way you are.

Q&A with author, Heather Shumaker, on why it’s OK to go up the slide

Easy rules for raising creative and confident children.