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5 tips on how to manage hyperemesis gravidarum

Remind yourself over and over that this can only last nine months and that it's not your fault or choice.

Updated Mar. 09, 2023
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Dear husband: I know you hate your jobโ€“but you will find your purpose

You worked so hard. You did things you didn't want to do for the sake of love. You showed up every day and you wore down your body doing labor that wasn't fun for you. You took care of us and we are so grateful for you. Thank you for showing our kids what it looks like to work hard at things for your family.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021
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Holiday prep: 50 items to sell, donate or toss now

That puzzle with all the missing pieces? Toss.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022
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What a clinical therapist wants you to know about couple’s therapy

It is not about having a perfect relationship without difficult moments. Rather, it is about repairing the hurts and mistakes that happen so we do not keep repeating them.

Updated Dec. 03, 2021

13 Kids Brands Celebrating Mickey’s 90th Birthday

Every die-hard Disney fan needs to know about these fun collabs!

Updated Oct. 15, 2021

Why I fight to prioritize my self-care

Inspired by my nurse, this is my motherhood mantra: To care for others, I must care for myself.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

8 truths about the 4th trimester I wish I had known

6. Little victories are worth celebrating.

Updated Feb. 04, 2022

Surviving birth trauma: The unexpected grief that followed my delivery

You would think almost dying would make me grateful for livingโ€”but it left me stunned and incredibly sad.

Updated Jul. 21, 2025

Learning that I’m bipolar made me a better mom

It was like putting on glasses for the first time—everything made sense.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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Here’s your strategy for getting organized before the holidays

2. Stock up on what you can.

Updated Oct. 24, 2022

5 Things Every Special Needs Parent Should Know

Tips from a mom who's been there.

Updated Nov. 14, 2018

To the woman who doesn’t know what #momlife will be like

You didn't know how much the living room clock would be your closest companion, watching it always and praying for it to be the right time: the time when you can finally feed your baby again, because you don't know how else to stop her from crying.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025
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Amazon now delivers *real* Christmas trees straight to your door 🎄

Plus, wreaths and a Charlie Brown Christmas Tree.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

What will happen if I never lose another pound?

If I never lose a pound I can still hug my kids, I can jump in the water, I can wear a red dress.

Updated Nov. 13, 2018

Meghan Markle is just one in a growing trend of 30-something first time mothers

More women are waiting to have children later in their life.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
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