Life

I’m a ‘lazy parent’ and proud of it

I have come to embrace this laid-back parenting style—and that's okay.

Why I chose to stop breastfeeding and give my baby formula instead

It's what worked for my family.

Uncensored birth: Instagram updates their policy around childbirth photos

The network's nudity policy is evolving to protect real and raw photos of birth and motherhood.

Dear Meghan Markle: In-laws are pretty amazing, even when they’re not royalty

Prince Charles will reportedly be walking his future daughter-in-law down the aisle tomorrow.

19 Baby Products That Will Make Your Life Easier in 2018

Because mom life is no cake walk.

5 challenges I’m not worrying about with baby #2

Now that I'm here for the second time, I have a different perspective on the fourth trimester.

True life: When I went back to work after my son was born, it felt like my soul was still at home

Paternity leave is still largely a nonstarter in this country, a norm that carries myriad consequences.

An ode to the pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding bridesmaid

You are the real MVP. 🏆

Dear daughter: Be loud, take up space—your voice matters

She has a fire inside her, and I never want it to go away.

The way we talk to our children becomes part of their conscience for years to come

I want him to practice courage over comfort and not make choices so that his friends think he is cool.

Sons of working moms grow up to do twice as much housework, says study

They devoted eight more hours weekly to caring for their children, doing domestic work and helping other family members.

West Elm’s Nursery Line Is Everything We Dreamed Of

Well Rounded's weekly links are here!

When you think about it, we get to celebrate ‘Mother’s Day’ every day

Hint: It doesn't depend on gifts!

13 realistic ways to transition to peaceful parenting

The secret of making this transition is having compassion for yourself, just as you do for your child.

To my village: Thank you for helping to shape me as a mother

I am the mother I am because of the collective group of women I have in my life.

Why didn’t anyone tell me how great motherhood would be?

I heard a lot about how hard it is, but not as much about how wonderful it could be.

30 essential photos to take in baby’s first year

Grab your cameras, grab your cell phones, and capture those memories.

The Imaginary Hotel Room Where Mom Wishes Come True

We dreamed up the perfect Mother’s Day getaway. If only it was real.