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It’s science: The reason your youngest should be your ‘favorite’

Younger siblings are more prone to social comparison—so it benefits them to “play favorites.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

I have anxiety—but it doesn’t define me as a mother or a person

Keeping my child safe became the thing I thought about most—it became my mind’s biggest fixation.

Updated Jun. 01, 2022

2 out of 3 families struggle to find childcare that meets their standards

The number one deal-breaker for parents were childcare facilities in “sketchy” locations.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

This was the reality for working moms in 2017

One clear takeaway: To achieve gender equality at work, we need more policies and programs that empower women.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
woman lifting up a baby

7 phrases not to say to a foster parent—and why

During my 15 years as a foster parent, I have had the privilege of having over 50 children come to live in my home.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
mom showing baby christmas tree

We took Christmas morning and reserved it just for us

Road trips and plane rides around the holidays were all our kids knew.

Updated Jul. 22, 2024
child helping mom write holiday cards- giving back to the community

I want to raise my kids to love giving as much as receiving

I feel it is my duty as a mother to raise grateful, compassionate and generous kids.

Updated Oct. 25, 2022

It’s science: Being scared of snakes or spiders could be hereditary

Our fear of spiders and snakes is so innate that even babies feel anxious when they see them.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Jessica Alba on being a mom: ‘It’s actually made me more true to who I am’

Alba thought she might lose her “sense of self.” How wrong she was!

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

True life: My love-hate relationship with Facebook mom groups

All too quickly, mixed in with all the positives of this Facebook group, came the negative―critical and dramatic.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

9 phrases *not* to say to a parent with a child diagnosed with autism

Well-meaning questions or statements can actually be quite hurtful for parents going through a diagnosis.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

8 reasons my interfaith family celebrates Hanukkah + Christmas together

Our pathway is controversial: not every interfaith couple can or should choose both religions for their children.

Updated Jan. 13, 2022
What to know about the study linking birth control + breast cancer

What to know about the study linking birth control + breast cancer

The more you know, the better able you are to make the right choice for yourself.

Updated Jan. 20, 2022
The ultrasound tech could probably tell if your baby will be left-handed

The ultrasound tech could probably tell if your baby will be left-handed

Researchers could predict right- or left-handedness at 18 weeks gestation with close to 100% accuracy. 

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

7 things I’m done comparing myself to other moms about

I’m giving up using other moms as a way of seeing myself. Life is hectic enough without making myself feel bad for not quite being able to button my old jeans yet.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Lullaby Karaoke is All the Rage

Lullaby Karaoke is All the Rage

5 hilariously sweet serenades for baby-to-be.

Updated Sep. 23, 2022
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