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The moment I realized my kids had been listening all along

He said to me the words I say to him in the moments when HE needs to hear it the most. It felt serendipitous, yet completely logical, and I immediately started to feel better. The clouds began to lift. And I realized that he has been listening (whether it be subconsciously or consciously or BOTH), the whole time.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
military mom with twins on a couch- life as a military spouse

To the military mamas, your service isn’t invisible

I see you, whether or not you're the one who wears the uniform.

Updated May. 01, 2024

Kate Upton is a #girlmom 🎉

The name she picked is pretty popular.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Jennifer Garner’s daughter left her mom a hilarious + sweet note  😍

Sarcasm is basically the highest form of flattery for a 9-year-old.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

How peaceful parenting saved our parenthood

Things are different now. Not perfect—not even remotely close. And not even always good. Sometimes we still have bad moments. And by moments I mean days. And by days I mean weeks. But still, mostly better.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Michelle Obama opens up about her miscarriage + IVF

"We sit in our own pain, thinking that somehow we're broken," says the former first lady.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Here’s what Joanna Gaines’ Thanksgiving table will look like

There are two things I think truly welcome the season of entertaining: good food and a set dining table.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
dad playing with baby

My husband is gone a lot, but I am NOT a single mom

What I want to tell you most about having a husband who is gone a lot is this: It is harder on him than it is on me.

Updated Mar. 25, 2022
military dad kissing daughter

I’m a military wife and mom—and I’m so lucky

As hard as this lifestyle can be, the level of pride I feel for the men and women of the Armed Forces is off-the-charts.

Updated May. 05, 2022
San Diego postcard

6 best baby stores in San Diego

The best spots in San Diego to shop for your baby.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022
mom kissing baby's foot

Why Knock-off Baby Gear is Dangerous

5 reasons you should steer clear of those non-brand names.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
baby laying in a hospital bed

How RSV changed the way I parent

RSV stands for respiratory syncytial virus and I didn't know what I didn't know.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022

It’s completely quiet when my kids are at school—and that’s exactly what I need

These long stretches of solitude help recalibrate my body and mind.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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