Self-Care: Health and Wellness Guide for Moms
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The ultimate destination for positive mental & physical conditioning for you and your entire family. Because self-care isn’t selfish.

woman taking Opill birth control

Curious about taking Opill, the new OTC birth control pill? An expert answers our questions

The first-ever OTC birth control pill is now available online and in stores. Considering making the switch? Here’s what to know.

Updated May. 15, 2024
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As women, we are all ‘hormonal’: It’s time to reclaim the narrative

Here’s how understanding your hormones can become your secret weapon.

Updated May. 14, 2024
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When will we stop censoring pregnant and lactating bodies? 

This Times Square billboard featuring chef Molly Baz was deemed “inappropriate” and promptly removed.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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71% of parents are ‘constantly’ thinking about childcare gaps, survey finds

Childcare access is a key factor in parental burnout, a report from KinderCare shows.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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The creative parent method: 3 ways art therapy can build self-esteem with young kids

A strong sense of connection and belonging at home provides a safe place to unpack and recalibrate each day.

Updated May. 10, 2024
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Embracing my ADHD in motherhood led me to deeper self-compassion

"We somehow believe if we just beat ourselves up enough, we can compartmentalize our mental health and become the moms we want to be. But we can’t bully ourselves out of mental health struggles," writes Momwell founder Erica Djossa in this excerpt from her new book, "The Mother Load".

Updated May. 09, 2024
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Everything to know about the new breast cancer screening guidelines for women 40+

In light of rising breast cancer rates among younger women, the new guidelines impact women 40 and older.

Updated May. 08, 2024
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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.

Updated May. 20, 2024
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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.

Updated May. 01, 2024
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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."

Updated May. 01, 2024
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.

Updated May. 20, 2024
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I got my 7-year-old a therapist—and it helped my own anxiety, too

My daughter’s anxiety looked different than mine, however I could see it sneaking into the nooks and crannies of her life.

Updated Apr. 29, 2024
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I don’t need my barista to ask if I want more children

She doesn’t know what I am going through, and no woman should have to be continually put in a position to defend or explain her reproductive health with total strangers.

Updated Apr. 25, 2024
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5 dangers of pregnancy dehydration

This is what can happen when your water level drops.

Updated Apr. 24, 2024
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7 ways to lower blood pressure during pregnancy

No medications needed, just a couple of lifestyle changes.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
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Postpartum night sweats: Also known as your own private summer

Although annoying, postpartum night sweats are common and usually not a cause for alarm.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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‘Geriatric pregnancy’ isn’t an offensive term

It's time to examine our overall attitude toward aging.

Updated Jun. 18, 2024
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