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It feels like rejection when your baby prefers the bottle, says Jenny Mollen

Comedian Jenny Mollen just got real about her son’s nipple preference.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Kerry Washington’s natural hair isn’t a fashion statement—it’s a message to her kids

“I love myself no matter what way I choose to wear my hair that day.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Couple standing outside in snow kissing

Use the holidays to boost your relationship—not stress it out

5. Give each other some leeway... and tenderness

Updated Jan. 15, 2022
husband and wife looking at newborn baby

To my husband: I may not always say it, but—I need you and I’m so grateful for you

I need your long, warm hug after a draining day of messes and meltdowns, dirty diapers and dishes.

Updated Feb. 16, 2023
baby reaching for a bottle- don't ask about breastfeeding

Please don’t ask me if I’m breastfeeding

No woman should ever be ashamed of her choices to feed her child, no matter what the reason is.

Updated Feb. 08, 2023
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No more stuff for the holidays — 5 ways to replace stuff with experiences

5 ways to rethink gifts for your little ones this holiday season.

Updated Dec. 23, 2021
couple looking at a phone snuggling

Guide your children with these 10 healthy marriage habits

Role modeling is one of the most powerful tools you have in guiding your child.

Updated Jan. 27, 2023
mom and daughter snuggling on bed

It’s Science: The mother-daughter bond is even more powerful than we thought

The findings also have helpful implications for preventative mental health treatment.

Updated Jul. 26, 2022
woman looking at an ultrasound picture

I can’t wait to meet you, baby, but I also want to keep you safe inside

Once you make your entry into the world, I know there are things I can’t protect you from.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
pregnant woman holding belly in front of a brick wall

It’s Science: Your baby will always be a part of you

Research shows genetic material from babies remains in their mothers’ bodies for years after birth.

Updated Jan. 24, 2022

5 ways to simplify Christmas—and embrace the joy—this year

5. Limit your commitments so you can focus on family time. ✨

Updated Jan. 13, 2022

My 8 steps to becoming a better mama in the New Year

It’s not perfection I’m aiming for, but improvement.

Updated Dec. 20, 2024

First baby born after successful uterus transplant in America

The landmark birth is the result of a clinical trial and could change the future for many families.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Pink and her daughter Willow

Pink’s raising her kids gender-neutral and judgment-free

Pink’s message about a label-free household is important for all parents to hear.

Updated Jan. 28, 2022

How to start practicing mindful parenting, today

Managing our own emotions and behaviors is the key to teaching kids how to manage theirs.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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