Life
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Kristen Bell understands the weekday morning struggle
It's "miserable," she says (but it can get better).
Before you start kindergarten—here’s what I want you to know, baby
Some days will be full of wonder. Some days will be hard. Let the good days fuel your passion for learning but don't let the tough ones take the fun out of it.
How to help super-competitive kids relax—without the struggle
Playlistening and staylistening can make all of the difference.
My birth experience traumatized me, and now I’m not sure if I want another baby
So I'm giving myself grace. I'm letting my mind and body heal for however long it takes.
Cells can age up to two years faster during pregnancy, says study
But the findings may not be permanent.
Don’t toss the Cheerios just yet—what you need to know about Glysophate and the EWG findings
The cereal companies are meeting the safety standards set by the EPA.
After my kids head back to school, the first thing I do is de-clutter
Starting the school year with a minimalist purge airs out my head, heart and home.
A new birth control app has been approved by the FDA
It's the first of its kind.
True life: My friends have always been the center of my world—until I had a baby
I'm loving my new role as a mother, and I think I'm doing a pretty great job. But I also miss being able to be a good friend.
We’ve been friends for 30 years—and motherhood has brought us even closer
She opened my eyes to the fact that all mothers are imperfect—just like our friendship.
One mom’s viral toothpaste lesson is a back-to-school tradition worth repeating
It's a powerful message any parent can pass along.
Motherly instincts and love aren’t just human, they’re mammalian
Humans and whales share mammalian brains and social traits.
The Tdap vaccine isn’t linked to autism, says new 3-year study
This vaccine is recommended by the CDC and the ACOG.