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Birkenstock Dupes

Affordable Birkenstock dupes for the whole family

Get the look, style and comfort of Birkenstocks this summer without the price tag—no one will ever know they're not the real thing.

Updated Apr. 28, 2021
birthday spankings: young girl sad at her birthday party in front of cake

Birthday spankings are one family tradition that I won’t continue

Don't know what birthday spankings are? Pull up a seat—I'm used to explaining the custom.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022

Here’s how toxic positivity completely invalidates new moms

It's OK for new moms to not be OK.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Signs of depression in children and what to do if you’re worried

Depression might look different in a child than it does in an adult.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

She had cancer at 14 and was told she’d never have children—14 years later, she had her miracle baby

You may not know the name Nicole Shulz, but if you've ever seen the 2000 film Erin Brockovich, you know her story.

Updated Jan. 03, 2022
woman with child on her back

If thigh chafe is keeping you from summer dresses, you 100% need this

Mama PSA: If you plan to wear a dress or swimsuit in the next few months, you may want to keep reading.

Updated May. 12, 2022

It’s science: 5 reasons why trying CBD might help you sleep

Insomnia can darken your daytime hours and ability to function at your best—using CBD for sleep might work.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
baby girl wearing big sunglasses

55 earthy, boho baby names for your free spirit

These uncommon, hippie-inspired names are perfect for a flower child!

Updated Jan. 18, 2022

Bindi Irwin’s baby rocks her Grandpa Steve’s Australia Zoo khakis

Plus, the new mom opens up about the difficulty of parenting when you've lost a parent yourself.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

Why it matters when working moms like Emerald Fennell win big at awards shows

The "Promising Young Woman" writer-director took home an Academy Award last night for a film she made when she was seven months pregnant.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Ashley Graham talks ‘sexy’ parts of new motherhood + it’s so relatable

Turns out, even supermodels have those less-than glamorous new mama moments.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Ashley Tisdale gets candid about the fourth trimester: ‘My body went through so much trying to recover’

The new mama is sharing more about her experience during the postpartum period—and she makes a compelling argument for more transparency surrounding the fourth trimester.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Whitney Cummings wants to change the way we talk about vaginas

She's partnered with Annovera birth control, and we got an exclusive video interview to learn more.

Updated May. 03, 2023

Jordana Brewster opens up about infertility, surrogacy and her path to parenthood

The "Fast & Furious" actress is teaming up with Clearblue to normalize the conversation around conception.

Updated Jan. 05, 2022

Baby Shark and more shows are touring in-person this summer–but is it safe for unvaccinated kids?

Baby Shark Live, Jojo Siwa, Kidz Bop Live and more are all touring live this summer—many performances are at indoor venues.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Arlo The Alligator Boy’s Bertie is the plus-size character I needed as a kid

As a parent and as a fat woman, I was instantly drawn to Bertie.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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