Health & Wellness

6 signs your child might have anxiety—and how to help

3. Perfectionism

‘Parent mode’ may be hard-wired in our brains, say Harvard researchers

Different brain areas are in charge of particular aspects of parenting.

Mamas of toddlers: I know you’re feeling exhausted, here’s what will help

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To the mom who is spread way too thin—it’s time to start saying ‘no’

You—and your kids—will be happier for it.

Running on caffeine + dry shampoo ☕️

Maybe she’s born with it—maybe it’s caffeine. 

Treat yourself, mama

Do what makes you feel good.

5 foods to fight postpartum depression

Add these mood boosters to your postpartum diet to keep depression at bay.

The unexpected depression symptom every new parent should be aware of

A new study reveals one important factor was shown to help.

How parents argue affects kids—sometimes in positive ways

Conflict isn’t inherently bad, but how you manage it matters.

5 important tips to prevent Lyme disease in children

2. Use a natural tick repellent

6 simple ways to raise healthy eaters

PS. You can still have ice cream ?

It’s science: Women need time to birth—so doctors shouldn’t rush labor + delivery

We need to give labor more time to progress before intervening, says new study.

Which of the 8 kinds of intelligence does your child have?

Let go of those pesky comparisons and celebrate all kids and their strengths.

It’s science: infants learn better when we use ‘baby talk’

The tone of your voice can make all the difference. 

Real Moms Share their Postpartum Fitness Goals

Get inspired by their #fitmomintentions and share yours!

Want better behaved kids? Tell them they’re SO loved

Science + your heart prove it’s the right thing to do.

It’s science: Breastfeeding can help protect against childhood obesity

For babies with a high birth-weight. 

It’s science: Babies are smarter than you think

Just because your baby can’t talk doesn’t mean he can’t be logical, says a new study. 

Giving some formula doesn’t interfere with breastfeeding for newborns, says study

It doesn’t have to be all or nothing when it comes to breastfeeding. 

It’s science: Encouraging curiosity helps your children find future success

Intellectual curiosity rivals IQ as a predictor of academic success, says one study.