31 Publications that Pay for Parenting Articles

Our roundup of publications that pay for writing on parenting.

I’m pleased to present our latest research for you. It’s a roundup of publications that pay for writing on parenting — including how-to articles, essays, advice, and more.

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1. MotherWell is a blog that features personal essays and "perspective pieces" about all sides of parenting. According to an interview with their editor, they pay $50 per post, though payment is not listed on their website. To learn more, read their submission guidelines.

2. Today's Parent is “Canada’s #1 source for parenting content that informs, inspires and builds a sense of community.” Their articles help parents of children from birth to 9+ tackle a range of parenting issues including discipline, health, behavior and education. Payment reports suggest that they pay up to $1.00 per word. To contact them, find their email address on their About Us page, under the "How to Pitch" section.

3. Fatherly is a “digital media brand for dads.” They offer expert parenting advice, product recommendations and life tips for fathers. They want fun and insightful stories regarding the trials and tribulations of parenthood. According to payment reports, they’ve paid up to $0.25 per word. To learn more, refer to this page.