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I am hotter now, as a mom, than ever before in my life

On days you find it hard to see past self-perceived flaws in the mirror, let me be your mirror and remind you of this

Updated Jan. 15, 2022

It’s science: Kids whine for a (very good) reason

Remind yourself, “This whine is an urgent request for a resource or comfort.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

To the mom sleeping during soccer practice: I understand you

You’re taking care of yourself and your child right here in this photo.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Sharing our home with another family helped me realize: It’s okay to accept help

For once, it didn’t all fall on me. I found myself thinking: Is this what “the village” looks like?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
woman standing and holding toddler by desk

This mom was the best candidate for the job, regardless of her career gap

Mike Podesto shared exactly why on LinkedIn.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022

How to gently talk to your kids about divorce

Timing is everything

Updated Jan. 19, 2022

Confession: I’m the mom who cries at everything

I cry happy tears every day, and I encourage you all to do the same. Let’s all meet up in the tissue aisle one day, okay?

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

To the person who falls in love with my daughter someday

When she finds that love with you, I want you to know…

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

To my best friend: Thank you for letting me be a part of your birth experience

I will always cherish this experience with you.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

The phrases I will never say as a mom

Never. Ever. Not once.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

I *should* be emptying the dishwasher, but I’m busy holding my baby

I’m sitting here knowing this time goes by way too fast. This is probably the last newborn I’ll cuddle with like this

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Every mama needs her ‘thing’—running is mine

As soon as I lace up my shoes, I start to feel a sense of relief.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

No, I won’t apologize for letting my kids be kids

I've taught them to be respectful and kind, but they also need to be allowed to be kids.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

You are the best mom for your kids, and I am the best for mine

We should be the moms that we are. We get to define it, it doesn’t define us.

Updated Aug. 29, 2022

The important thing you need to know about pregnancy weight gain

It’s about more than just the numbers.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

8 psychologist-backed tips for improving communication with kids

Good communication with you forms the basis of good communication with other people as your child grows into an adult.

Updated Oct. 25, 2022

It all goes by so fast, mama

I can’t stop looking at you. I am trying to burn into my memory what I know will be gone far too soon.

Updated Oct. 02, 2022
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