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The weight of my mental load is heavy—but I don’t know how to fix it

I wish I could hand off my mental load—but if I didn't do it, who would?

Updated Jul. 12, 2018

Being a mom doesn’t hold you back—Kylie Jenner on track to be America’s youngest billionaire

Not only is Jenner set to soon be a billionaire, and not only is she the youngest person on Forbes' list of the 60 richest self-made women in America, but she's doing it as a mom. That, she says, gives her even more drive.

Updated Jul. 11, 2018
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Ivanka Trump champions paid family leave policy—and calls for bipartisan support

Because it's an issue people on both sides of the aisle should be thinking about.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022

I would never trade my life, but sometimes I’m jealous of moms who don’t have babies anymore

They weren't physical things I coveted. Oh no. What I coveted most were ease and freedom.

Updated Jul. 11, 2018
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To the mother who feels lonely right now—it won’t be like this forever

Moms, take your armor off. There are troops to help us in this beautiful, complicated thing called motherhood

Updated Jan. 09, 2023
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Mamas around the world rejoice: All 12 Thai boys + coach are out of the cave

It was a harrowing ordeal, but the boys are now able to see (but not yet touch) their families.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022

Motherhood is: Having no days off

You should know that every day no longer belongs to you. It belongs to your baby.

Updated Jul. 10, 2018

True life: Toddlers and ‘personal space’ don’t mix

To her, what's mine is hers and what's hers is hers. Where I am she is.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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5 easy side-hustles mamas can use to make extra money

They might not be able to replace your full-time salary, but a few hundred dollars a month can help you cover the cost of groceries and diapers.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022

Cooking with toddlers isn’t easy, but it teaches them independence and teamwork

It's only natural that I want to share this passion with my own little girl.

Updated Jul. 09, 2018
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Starbucks is ditching plastic straws for a very good reason

Goodbye environmentally harmful straws, hello adult sippy cups.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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I travel with my young kids to build their hearts, not memories

Even if they are nervous to try something outside of their comfort zones, I know they are getting bolder and braver.

Updated Dec. 02, 2022

When you aren’t partners, but you are co-parents: How to find peace for all

How one mom dealt with a surprising decision from her son's father.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022
baby holding a jar full of coins

An age-by-age guide to teaching your kids about the value of money

Teaching your kids about money early in life can help them to learn healthy financial habits that'll last a lifetime.

Updated Jan. 05, 2023
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