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“I was not ready”—This mom’s honest post about maternity leave is so relatable

"As a majority income source for our family, I was forced to suck it up, put on a smile, and get back to work."

To the burned-out working mom: I see you

Sometimes it feels like "leaning in" means overload. But mama, we've got this.

10 block sets that boost baby and toddler brains

Name a more versatile and long-lasting toy. We'll wait.

It’s science: Your kids are learning all the time—school or no school

The whole world is a classroom, and they learn from it every day (so don't stress about those worksheets).

It’s science: Babysitting your grandkids helps you live longer

Science shows grandparents who watch their grandchildren add an average of five years to their lives.

When all you feel is guilt: A letter to new working moms

A letter to new mamas who are back at work.

Mama’s little helper:How to promote helping behavior in your toddler

Want your child to help out more with everyday tasks? It's all in the timing.

10 delicious Rosh Hashanah recipes for the whole family

Welcome in the Jewish New Year!

I am so thankful for this beautiful chaos that is motherhood

Three little kids, a husband, a full time job, a house, a dog, and 1,000 other random things that require my attention—it's a lot. A lot of chaos, a lot of mess, and lot of exhaustion.

5 lies I believed about maternity leave

1. I believed that maternity leave would be a "break."

These viral photos of a dad and stepdad are co-parenting #goals

David and Dylan made choices to cooperate instead of competing. To see each other not as the enemy, but as allies fighting for Willow's happiness. And those choices eventually made them friends and then family.

We need to talk about unpaid labor on Labor Day

Because moms are doing a lot more of it.

It’s science: Cuddling your baby changes their DNA—for the better

TL;DR: parents should never worry that they're hugging a baby too much.

Emily Oster on her new book and another pandemic school year

With our kids heading back to school, Liz checks back in with Emily Oster to find out what the latest data says about the COVID Delta variant. She also talks to Emily about her brand new book, The Family Firm, which helps parents navigate some of the really complicated choices we have to make as parents.

14 Halloween costumes that are built around protective face masks

They're adorable *and* safe.

Insurance Covered Breast Pumps: What You Need To Know

9 kids’ homework desks to help your child stay organized & motivated

These functional desks promote learning and organization during homework time.

How to organize your kid’s closet at every age—from babies to teenagers

Control the clutter—once and for all.

10 best leak-proof bento boxes to make lunch packing a breeze

Picky eaters and lunch-stressed parents rejoice!

24 September baby names for your early-Autumn bundle

You'll fall for all of these sweet monikers.