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A mama’s guide to saving on the cost of childcare

There are multiple options available.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
mom comforting crying baby

How to cope with postpartum ‘baby blues’—from a clinical psychologist

Wasn't I supposed to be in bliss-land, subsisting solely on baby snuggles and lullabies?

Updated Feb. 09, 2022

Thank you for taking care of my firstborn, sweet teacher

And as his kindergarten teacher, you helped him (and me) make this mammoth transition.

Updated Jun. 08, 2018

I never expected motherhood to be this messy

If you had asked me what I expected motherhood to be like…

Updated Jun. 08, 2018

When the mental load of motherhood feels too heavy, I wish I could empty my brain

What thoughts would you eliminate to ease your mental burden, mamas?

Updated Jun. 08, 2018
Amanda Seyfried

How Amanda Seyfried prepared her mental health for motherhood

The actress has been open about her anxiety before and after motherhood.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
MilkStork delivery box

We tried MilkStork—and it gave this working mama massive peace of mind

This delivery service mails your pumped milk back home to your baby.

Updated Dec. 13, 2021
man and woman looking at a baby

5 Tips to babyproof your relationship

Baby's arrival can change your relationship for the better, not worse!

Updated Sep. 01, 2022
Beyoncé

Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s twins are just as cute as we thought

Finally! We get to see a pic of Rumi + Sir Carter.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

How to let go of perfection once and for all, mama

It's a daily practice and choice of who we want to be, and how we want to show up in real life and on social media.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

7 phrases to try instead of saying ‘no’

When you have the impulse to say no, see if you can find words that accomplish these goals instead.

Updated Jun. 06, 2018
mom holding baby and kissing its cheek

Motherhood is my career, and I’m a proud SAHM

There is no clocking in or clocking out. No holidays or sick days or breaks.

Updated Jan. 27, 2022
how to ace a nanny share

How to Ace a Nanny Share

The ultimate guide to sharing a babysitter.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022
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