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Mamava is a dream for breastfeeding mamas—here’s how to find one near you

These private, freestanding lactation suites are specifically designed for moms on the go.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

The original My Little Ponies are back to celebrate their 35th anniversary

They’ll each come with the original comb and ribbon, plus, a mini collector poster you can hang up.

Updated Feb. 28, 2018

Mamas should be a little more selfish—here’s why

It’s okay—even necessary— to put yourself first. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Thank you, Gap, for recognizing breastfeeding mamas

For showing something that’s so ‘normal’ to us that we sometimes forget how special it is.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

A letter to my children: You each got different versions of the same mama

My second-born had a slightly different experience from my first. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

How to host an easy, no-stress playdate

Once I perfected the art of the minimalist playdate, I felt up for having friends over much more often.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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Dear husband: You often get the worst of me, but I still love you first

Because motherhood can sometimes be this all-consuming thing that leaves me with next to nothing left to give anyone else.

Updated Aug. 26, 2022

I never thought being a new mom would come with so much anxiety

But I promise you’ll get through it.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Maternity photography how-to’s: 6 steps to pregnancy photo perfection

It’s a time you’ll probably want to remember forever.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Amazing video shows baby born inside amniotic sac—here’s why it happens

It’s called an en caul birth—exceedingly rare, but exceedingly cool.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

To the teachers who keep our babies safe

You do more for my children, my world, than I can ever possibly thank you for. 

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

To the mom whose partner is traveling *again* this week—I am with you

Just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s not hard.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

The important thing women need to know about feeling bloated

It’s common, but sometimes it’s a symptom of something bigger.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
person opening the door school shooting hack

This safety hack is going viral after Florida school shooting

The power of a simple doorstop.

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
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