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.

Anne-Marie Slaughter on the mental load of motherhood and why we need to be doing less

The cultural shift that brought women into the workplace didn't shift the load we were already carrying, but added to it.

Updated Mar. 14, 2019

The conversation about vaccination rates needs an injection of empathy

Why parents shouldn't shoulder all the blame for rising rates of measles.

Updated Mar. 12, 2019

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Updated Mar. 11, 2019

Sites like Care.com don’t screen childcare providers, but here’s how parents can

What you need to look for when hiring a babysitter or childcare provider.

Updated Mar. 11, 2019
little girl sitting on a doctor's table

New massive study debunks the MMR vaccine & autism myth that has stressed so many parents

The study found that children vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella are actually 7% less likely to develop autism than children who didn't get vaccinated.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022

My sister is pregnant—and I promise not to give her unsolicited advice

My sister has already had a much different pregnancy than I did, and everything else is different, too—from her marriage to her work situation, and I'm sure her baby will be different than mine too.

Updated Nov. 02, 2021

It’s science: These are the best kinds of books to read to infants

"When parents label people or characters with names, infants learn quite a bit," says Lisa Scott, co-author of the study.

Updated Feb. 27, 2019
pregnant woman on her phone

The mental load of motherhood doesn’t go away when you’re the breadwinner

86% of working moms say they handle all family and household responsibilities.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

It’s science: Moms who have more children might live longer

More science needs to be done on the impact of pregnancy and motherhood on telomeres and aging. Like so much of parenthood, your mileage may vary.

Updated Aug. 23, 2022
mom sleeping on the couch

Motherhood is: Needing to be *not* needed just for a little bit

I love my snuggles and I love being the antidote to their fear and sadness. But occasionally, I do wish they understood that they could easily wake their dad for help, or that he is equally capable of putting socks on the correct way.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

It’s science: Premature babies have fewer siblings

And are more likely to be only children.

Updated Feb. 25, 2019

Can social media improve vaccination rates?

A recent study suggests that some forms of social media can effectively educate parents about vaccination, and maybe even influence their decision-making.

Updated Feb. 25, 2019

Dr. Ruth has some advice for new parents

The renowned sex expert shared some eye-opening tips.

Updated Oct. 21, 2021

The scientific journey from attraction to attachment and lasting love

Falling and being in love are two different things.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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