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The relentless exhaustion of motherhood

We start to really doubt that we will ever actually sleep again.

Jessie James Decker got REAL about breastfeeding—because someone had to say it

Jessie James Decker says she “loves breastfeeding,” but it does have some downsides.

What #MeToo Has To Do with Motherhood

And 4 other things you need to know about this week.

Will Ferrell stars as a phone-addicted dad and we totally relate

“As long as it’s still in the basket though, I can technically still touch it, right?” ?

No one will tell you to rest, mama–so choose it for yourself

There are seasons when it is hard to see light or to pick up joy. But mostly, I think, joy is a choice. And rest is a choice. And deciding to enjoy myself is a choice

I can’t do it all, and no one expects me to—except myself

For some reason, as moms we feel like if we aren’t superwoman each day, we are failing.

One day soon, you’ll know exactly what you’re doing, mama

You will become one of those moms who just magically seems to know what everyone needs.

Dear Mom, I love you but I’m going to do things differently

I will always be your baby, but I have my own babies now. Please let me be the mother I think they need.

Can You Wear an Underwire Bra When Breastfeeding?

We found out if your breastfeeding tatas could get the support they need.

How Formula-Feeding Liberated Me

Piccolini’s founder shares her personal feeding journey.

Feeling angry, mama? Here’s how mindfulness can help

It’s about sending kindness to yourself.

Ahem, husbands: Marriages improve when couples split the chores

An idea to borrow from the kids: A chore chart of your own.

I vow to stop judging other mothers—and it feels so much better

So much more good can come from being kind to yourself and others. After all, we are all just doing our best.

Taking pictures captures more than just memories, mama

Time is short so take pictures to slow down and pay attention

Jimmy Kimmel: ‘Please consider this before asking how a sick kid is doing’

Kimmel says this has been a big lesson to him after his son was born with a heart defect. 

When I was diagnosed with cancer, my fierce motherly instincts kicked in

I am Mommy. And Mommy crushes cancer. ?

Favorite Halloween candy by state: What your trick-or-treater will tote home

We have some questions for you folks in North Dakota and Indiana. ?

I tried everything from meditation to journaling to ease my Type-A mom brain

I need to learn how to relax at any time, not just when Plans A-E fail.