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Children's books body positivity

9 children’s books to promote body positivity, from ages 2-12

Showing our kiddos that all bodies are accepted and amazing is really hard.

Updated Oct. 10, 2019
woman cooking dinner

Our favorite recipes that take less than 35 minutes to cook

Getting a nutritious, tasty home-cooked meal, snack, or dessert on the table shouldn't be such a chore.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022
mom kissing baby and the other mom kissing the other woman- my baby

You’re my child forever, but only my baby for a year

I could probably switch the wash over to the dryer and get those towels that have been sitting in there folded and put away. But as I watched your chest gently rise and fall, I realized something.

Updated Dec. 22, 2022

What it feels like to lose a twin during pregnancy

Having a 'vanishing twin' is so hard to process.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

The 5 stages of grief after a miscarriage—and how to deal with them

There are a chain of reactions that may occur in order for the healing to begin.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Former U.S. Rep Sean Duffy and wife Rachel welcome their 9th child to the world

Valentina StellaMaris Duffy was born with Down Syndrome and her mother shared, "That extra chromosome certainly made her EXTRA cute."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

My kid’s not going to have a Pinterest-perfect Halloween costume—and that’s okay

I've decided that motherhood is hard enough without adding DIY to the mix.

Updated Nov. 19, 2021

60+ mamas tell us the *one* thing they wish they had known about newborns

14. "That clipping their tiny nails would be a traumatic event."— Shannon A.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

What went viral this week: Glow in the dark pajamas + a beautiful blended family

Here are the stories making us smile this week.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Toys ‘R’ Us is coming back in time for Christmas thanks to Target

The two brands are coming together for online toy sales.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Adam Levine holding his baby

Adam Levine is happy just being a SAHD right now

"I'm obsessed with them," the star says of his daughters.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022

To the mid-30s mama—our time is now

When I was younger, I needed the constant encouragement from teachers, my parents and even my husband. But not anymore. I'm noticing I don't care as much about other people's opinions as I get older—I have found a comfort and a confidence in myself.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

25 adorable baby Halloween costumes 😍

We searched the Internet so you don't have to.

Updated Nov. 14, 2024

Why I openly talk about the stillbirth of my first baby

Another doctor's office, another doctor, another devastating blow.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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