Life

6 ways we’re creating a gender-inclusive home for our children

Our children will grow up in a world of pronoun inclusivity and they will expect you to respect their own identity and those of their peers. 

A dermatologist shares the 10 sunscreen rules we always forget

Now’s not the time to relax on your sunscreen routine.

Children won’t save a marriage—but they might fix your relationship with your mother

I thought a lot about my relationship with my mom during my postpartum haze.

Modern parenting is exhausting—I’m giving my kids an ’80s summer

I. am. Exhausted. Aren’t you?

7 eco-friendly summer activities for kids

Summer's beautiful warm weather makes it easy to enjoy all that nature has to offer. If you're looking for ideas the whole family will enjoy, here are the best summer activities for kids.

Woman reveals what we should actually be doing with our used aluminum foil

The size of your aluminum foil ball is vital for the machinery at recycling plants.

8 of the best dry shampoos for your luscious locks

Get rid of those pesky oils without dulling your shine.

Expert reveals why you should always use a dishwasher over hand-washing

Here's how using your dishwasher actually saves you money and water.

Real talk: Toddlers are hard

But you’re not alone, mama. Here are 5 tips to better take care of yourself while mothering your toddler.

I had PPD and a life-threatening illness—Here’s how I found my voice

I was a wife, a sister, a daughter, a veterinarian, a new mother—and I was dying.

Beauty TikToker shares ‘amazing’ hack to fix broken tube lipstick

This simple hack can help save a lot of money.

My mom has Alzheimer’s, and now I feel like I’m a mom without a mom

My mom has Alzheimer's disease. The pain of watching her deteriorate is worse, in ways, now that my daughter is here, but if there’s one thing I’ve learned from them both, it’s that joy can, and should, be found in the little things.

Too many politicians don’t know what it’s like to be pregnant or miscarry

Our nation’s policies have failed women and children for generations. My own miscarriage made that fact all too clear.

This flamingo-inspired jewelry collection celebrates motherhood and “getting your pink back”

As moms, we need to be reminded that this season of life is temporary.

Dear new mama: I wish you could see what I see

I did not like who I saw when I was a new mom. I didn’t know this woman yet. I didn’t accept her.

The joys and frustrations of non-native bilingual parenting

Bilingual parenting as a non-native speaker can also be a complicated and difficult journey at times, as many other bilingual families and experts can attest.

My toddler inspired me to live life differently

Toddlers can be inspiring—here are just a few reasons why.

Growing up without a father affected my parenting style

The only way for me to fix it was to heal and find a healthy balance.