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Just because my girls like to play rough it doesn’t mean they are ‘acting like boys’

I'm teaching my daughters about gender equality by letting them be who they are—without the labels.

Back-to-school prep: 10 things to declutter for smoother mornings

There are small steps you can take now to ensure a smooth, stress-free transition to back to school.

I learned about exclusively pumping after my preemie was born

I wish I had known sooner that I had this choice because it was the best one for us.

Is buying an Instant Pot worth it? (Spoiler alert: Yes)

I finally tried it!

Alicia Silverstone is going to be in Netflix’s ‘Baby-Sitters Club’ reboot

If that's not a nostalgia moment, we don't know what is.

Karen On Postpartum Depression Miscarriage Guilt

"It felt like the thoughts were holding me captive."

When a mass shooting hits too close to home

I'm an immigrant mom and I fear for my family every day

Sex after birth: Your guide to postpartum intimacy

Remember that sex and intimacy are two different things.

Our Fave 5: The best jogging strollers to keep mama running year-round

For those days when you want to run with baby in tow.

Dear daughter: What I want you to know as you head back to school

I failed to see your fear. I failed to see your anxiety. I failed to see all the signs that you needed me desperately.

Why parents might want to reconsider using time outs

Do you use time outs, mama?

Prince Harry says he only wants two kids ‘maximum’ for this reason

Prince Harry recently sat down for an interview with renowned scientist Jane Goodall.

The Elyse Breastfeeding pillow: Meet the product mamas are calling “my favorite nursing pillow EVER”

What my mom taught me about being a mom

I wondered how my house looked like a war zone when my home growing up was always magazine-ready.

What went viral this week: Mom donates a whole Payless store + a miracle baby born 4 months early

Take a look (and grab some tissues), mama.

Jessie James Decker on how parenthood made her marriage stronger

"We already liked each other a ton before they came along, so it's made us like each other that much more because we get to see each other as parents," shares Decker.

What’s the perfect number of kids to have?

Spoiler alert: It's amazing.

Quitting pumping is harder than I ever imagined

Pumping has become part of my journey of motherhood. Like motherhood itself, it's nothing like I expected. It's harder. More painful. But also rewarding. Calming and even peaceful sometimes.

Drew Barrymore launches home decor line for kids—and it’s magical ✨

Plus, it's available at Walmart!

The benefits of outdoor play for kids are pretty incredible

From promoting curiosity to supporting impulse control, playing outside comes with major rewards.