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How I’m learning to mother–without my mom

You are always with me. In those times when I lose my cool under frustration, like yesterday when Everett was whining and simultaneously the dog threw up all over the carpet, I can feel you witnessing it all. I can feel you helping me, calming me or laughing at the chaos and confusion you used to know so well.

Updated Jun. 02, 2023

Starbucks now offers backup childcare as a benefit for its employees 👏

This can help take a lot of stress off working parents.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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I only have 2 weeks left before my maternity leave ends

It occurs to me that this ritual is the first of many symbolic cords we will cut.

Updated Feb. 03, 2022

Prince George takes ballet lessons and ‘loves it,’ says Prince William

"If it's something you love, you do what you love. Don't let anyone else tell you otherwise. Keep at it," says Prince William.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

6 ways to model self-compassion for your kids

4. Say "no" more.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Create a cozy, minimalist home by ‘quieting’ your space

With the drapes down, you realize you never finished painting the walls. With the rug gone, you remember how much you love the wood floor. Without the bookshelves, you see how large the room truly is.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Motherhood is: Looking at myself and wondering, ‘Who am I?’

All of the elements of "self" came into question: my body had changed. Relationships were changing. I questioned my place in society, my work, contributions, decisions and balance.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Amy Schumer is going to be a mom! 🎉

She made a big announcement on Monday!

Updated Feb. 19, 2025
mom hugging child on the bed- being a mother is not easy

To the mama in the thick of it—it won’t be like this forever

Slowly but surely with time, everything will change.

Updated Jan. 10, 2023

Meghan Markle is scaling back royal tour engagements

And sending an important message to the world 🙌

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Going out to eat with kids gets easier—even if it doesn’t seem like it right now

Like all good things, it will take time.

Updated Oct. 19, 2018
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Getting rid of “stuff” saved my motherhood

I believe mothers need minimalism more than anyone else.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022

How to declutter when everything feels sentimental

The feelings and love will remain intact. We don't need to provide heirloom clothes and toys to feel this connection between the generations.

Updated Oct. 19, 2018

The one ritual my family always keeps—even when life gets busy

At the dinner table, I feel like time slows down enough for me to pause and look at this little family.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
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