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Hello, Eloise! The reason your great-grandparents’ names are staging comebacks

There’s a totally fascinating reason so many babies seem to be named after their parents’ great-grandparents.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Why I Won’t Cover Up When I’m Breastfeeding

A Well Rounded reader shares her story.

Updated Apr. 26, 2022

What my marriage needed: ‘date nights’ with couple friends

We are more whole and alive because of our couplefriends—and it all started with just one dinner invitation.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022

10 productivity tips to help you unleash your inner Mom Boss

The average mom only gets 17 minutes of alone time per day. We challenge you to find more without sacrificing.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Dear husband: When I forget to see you…

Today, and every day, I want you to know...you are my favorite.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

Dear husband: Thank you for filling our lives with joy

In case we forget to tell you–because we will definitely forget to tell you–you make the whole world turn round.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

You worked hard to get your (natural) post-baby body. Why rush into getting the old one ‘back’?

When you work so hard to get *this* body, why should you be in a hurry to return it?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Feeling a mixture of emotions doesn’t make you ‘bad’—it makes you a parent

Welcome to the rollercoaster of motherhood. ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

5 Reasons Saying No Will Make #momlife Better

What if saying "no" could actually make you a happier mama?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Motherhood is not the end of the adventure—it’s a new beginning

Motherhood has a way of making even adventure that much more of one. In the best of ways.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

I wish I loved my body sooner

I see her and I’m ready to love her—finally. I only wish I got here sooner.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

My fellow mama martyrs: Say ‘yes’ the next time someone offers help

Even mamas need some help. And there’s no shame in that. ?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

7 documents you need in place today to protect your child’s future

Doing this work today can make life for your children easier down the line.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
couple with legs entertwined

8 ways to boost male fertility

Lifestyle changes that could help beef up those swimmers.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022
mom and daughter wearing shoes

Mommy & Me Summer Shoes

7 excuses to match your kid at the splashpad.

Updated Jan. 05, 2022
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