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New mama, you’re never going to find ‘balance’

You’re not going to feel “caught up” for a very long time. If you accept that—you’ll find new freedom.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
two moms talk about traveling with kids

Traveling with Kids

The Tot’s founders reveal their best tips.

Updated Mar. 22, 2022

5 smart strategies to design a career that works for YOU

The key to having the career of your dreams is defining “success” for yourself.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

5 Qs with Alyson

Bump envy!

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

6 Pregnancy Skincare Don’ts

How to make your skincare regimen safe for baby too.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
work from home office organization

Working from home? 13 ways to be more inspired in your home office

Tips to make your office the best room in the house. 

Updated Jan. 22, 2022
little girl playing on a sidewalk

9 strategies every parent with an anxious child should try

Try the FEEL Method—freeze, empathize, evaluate—once your child is calm, it’s time to figure out possible solutions. 

Updated Sep. 15, 2022

7 Workout Tools For The New Mom

Space-saving workout gear that won't add to baby's mess.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

How to get your kids out the door in 39 easy steps

I sat down and mapped out a life plan, and so far it looks like I will be late for approximately 15 more years.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
home with kids:  Bathroom Scene, Lisbeth by Carl Larsson.

5 new uses for your bathroom after you have kids

When a bathroom is so much more than a bathroom.

Updated Jan. 21, 2022

5 Qs with Erika

Bump Envy!

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

Husband, I am (more than ever) thankful for you

Parenthood has been one of the great fruits of our marriage.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Your baby’s first home: Why now is the time to start loving your body

4 mantras to turn negative self-talk into acceptance and love for your body.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022

My invisible motherhood

When your child dies, you don’t stop being a parent.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Adulting ain’t easy

As a child, I used to think that adults had it figured out. Maybe they were all just winging it—like I am.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Breast, bottle and battles with myself about feeding my babies

I was blessed either which way.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

3 ways to care for your marriage when baby comes along

Couples make a huge mistake—often with noble intent—when they don’t make time for one another after the baby arrives.

Updated Nov. 10, 2022
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