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How much sleep does a four-month-old baby need?

A sleep consultant breaks down the sleep needs and habits of your not-so-newborn baby, with sample schedules.

School opts out of free lunch program so kids in need don’t ‘become spoiled’

The Waukesha School District board voted to opt-out of a federally funded program that would give free meals to all students of all economic backgrounds.

My child will be wearing a mask in school—even if she’s the only one

I'm teaching her to stay safe, yes, but to also set an example for the greater good.

Our favorite Halloween pajamas to celebrate the spooky season

We found looks for the entire family!

Sometimes motherhood can feel really lonely

The world is still out there, waiting for you to return to it.

Why you need to hug your kids when they’re being ‘the worst’

You are actually helping them calm down so that they can hear you better.

This is what happens to a mother’s brain when her baby cries

Just as my son is biologically wired to be my personal alarm clock, I am biologically wired to hear him—even if I can still sleep through everything else.

Foster dad opens home to kids who have been displaced due to the pandemic

Peter Mutabazi knows what it's like to need a safe, loving home—and that's why he helps give foster kids that very thing.

Erin Andrews says she’s undergoing her 7th round of IVF in 8 years

In a new personal essay, the sports reporter says she's not "ashamed" of her infertility struggle.

When it comes to women’s equality, the U.S. has a long way to go

In honor of #WomensEqualityDay, we must understand and recognize the divide between gender, class and race in the U.S.

An unvaccinated pregnant nurse and her unborn baby both die from COVID

The mom was putting off getting vaccinated because she was pregnant.

Caring for your newborn baby during the COVID-19 pandemic

Here's exactly to handle postpartum visits + social distancing with a newborn right now.

Activist Elle Moxley gives parents advice on how to talk to their kids about race, sex and gender

Moxley founded the Marsha P. Johnson Institute and is also a co-founding member and former strategic partner of the Black Lives Matter network.

Halloween countdown calendars are about to become your new favorite tradition 🎃

Counting down to the big day has never been easier.

It’s Science: This is the best time to shower if you want to fall asleep faster

According to recent research, treating bathing as a nighttime ritual can help exhausted moms get the quality sleep they need.

11 backpacks for moms who still carry all the things

When you don't need a diaper bag, but still need a hands-free solution chock full of pockets.

The 8 most common food allergies mamas should have on their radar

This play mat has over 400 5-star reviews 🙌

And is back in stock right now!

Only 10% of lactation consultants are Black—here’s how one brand is working to close the gap

Willow's new scholarship fund aims to help eliminate financial barriers and expand diversity in the lactation industry.

It’s science: Giving experiences instead of toys boosts your kid’s intelligence & happiness

There's no need to stress about getting them everything on their wishlist. Spending time with your kids is far more valuable.