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Report: Average U.S. family pays more than 30% of income on child care—and that hurts us all

See what percentage of income the average family in your state pays for childcare. 

Updated Jan. 12, 2022

Raising kids away from family is hard, but you can do it

By growing our family away from extended family (and their help), we’ve learned that there is nothing more valuable than creating a strong network of friends who are like family.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

How to organize a minimalist kitchen that’s kid + cook friendly

Answering the eternal question: What to do with So. Many. Sippy. Cups?!

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Study: Grandmothers can be a breastfeeding mama’s secret weapon

The reason the breastfeeding success rate is higher in many other cultures? Grandmas. 

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Facebook moms group rallies to support cancer patient in the most inspiring way

The warrior mama says the way the community came together for her was nothing short of “magic.” ✨

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

I’m not pregnant, but I’m expecting

You don’t have to be pregnant to be an expectant mother—or else we’d never use the term “expectant father,” right?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Looking to make mom friends? Try these 10 mom pick up lines

If they work for sleazy guys in bars, we can use them too.

Updated Nov. 09, 2022
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Dinner, bath, bedtime: I WILL SURVIVE

Some days, the clock strikes 4:00, and I’m not sure where I’m going to get the energy to make it to my bedtime.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022

Stylish Ways to Keep Covered While Nursing

4 items every breastfeeding moms need for their on-the-go nursing sessions.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

The mother in us is born, too

Mothering must rise up in us, not be scripted onto us.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

5 powerful habits that make you a more peaceful parent

You don’t learn how to be patient in moments of crisis, but instead by anticipating what’s to come. 

Updated Feb. 22, 2025

To the mamas who’ve been with us through our autism journey—thank you

To all you amazing women who have been there for me through these ups and downs—I thank you. From the bottom of my heart. A million times over.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

An ode to my husband’s sweatpants

Thank God I stole these from my husband because really—what would my life be without them?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

That Breastfeeding Emoji

Well Rounded's Weekly Links are here! Explore the significance of the breastfeeding emoji for parents and its cultural importance.

Updated Apr. 07, 2025
5-Second Pick-Me-Up: Mineral 89

5-Second Pick-Me-Up: Mineral 89

Take a hot-second to drench your skin in lightweight, fortifying hydration.

Updated Jan. 24, 2022

25 unusual baby names inspired by celebrities

Want to give your baby some automatic star power? ?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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