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I prepared so much for my baby that I forgot to prepare for my own transformation

While I had gone through the motions of doing the preparations, what I hadn't done was say goodbye to my old life.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian threw a CBD baby shower for baby #4

The shower-goers made their own CBD-infused bath salts, took part in meditations and sound baths and tried various forms of CBD. Guests included Paris Hilton, Chrissy Teigen and of course, Kim's fam.

Updated Feb. 15, 2022

There’s joy in motherhood—even when there is no ‘balance’

Balance is not a destination, it's a practice. A practice of recognizing our choices.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

I cried for 2 weeks after I stopped breastfeeding my toddler

This is what helped me take care of myself as I navigated the weaning experience.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Born before 1989? You might need another measles vaccination

Back in the day, one shot was the standard protocol, but one shot of the MMR vaccine isn't as effective as two.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Amazon Prime is getting even faster with free one-day shipping

One day shipping will soon be the new default, mama.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

This powerful video from Google shows women experiencing infertility they’re not alone

"Being a mom is hard work. Becoming one is, too."

Updated Mar. 27, 2025

Most parents feel like they’re failing during first year of parenthood

Way too many parents are internalizing blame they don't deserve.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Sometimes I really miss my life before kids

You're not a bad mom for thinking, I miss just being me. And you'd be surprised how many of us have thought that exact same thing.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

The magic of being a #girlmom ✨

Raising you to be strong is magic. Teaching you to be kind is magic. Encouraging you to rest is magic. Witnessing you embrace who you truly are is magic.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

How to support a loved one going through infertility

If you know someone who is struggling to conceive, consider how you could walk alongside this person. What would this friend or member need? Maybe it's time and space to process, maybe it's a listening ear, or maybe it's a funny cat video on a depressing day.

Updated Dec. 21, 2021

Dear kids, when I fail…

I hope that my weakness teaches you something. I hope that when you come upon your own brokenness, tiredness, fear and confusion, that you will be okay with it. I pray that your imperfections won't scare you as they have me. I pray that you won't run from them, but that you'll wrestle with them and you will keep showing up, saying sorry, and trying again.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

To the new mama: There will be days

On those days when you doubt yourself—because they will surely come—remember this: You were born for this job. They have chosen you and there is nobody else in this world they would rather have by their side for their journey to becoming them.

Updated Aug. 24, 2022

To the woman who loves motherhood, but doesn’t feel defined by it

Being fully immersed in the deep, sometimes treacherous waters of raising tiny humans is wondrous, yes—and occasionally overwhelming.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

I just moved to a new town, and it’s harder to make mom friends than I thought

Being the new mom has me feeling like I'm back in 6th grade. But instead, I'm a grown woman in my 30s.

Updated Apr. 24, 2019

How to cope when you’ve had no sleep 😴

First step? Do less, mama.

Updated Feb. 16, 2022
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