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Born before 1989? You might need another measles vaccination

Back in the day, one shot was the standard protocol, but one shot of the MMR vaccine isn't as effective as two.

The magic of being a #girlmom ✨

Raising you to be strong is magic. Teaching you to be kind is magic. Encouraging you to rest is magic. Witnessing you embrace who you truly are is magic.

Overwhelmed? This simple solution can help.

Jessica Simpson says being a mom of 3 is ‘more than a fulltime job right now’

She's so right.

How to support a loved one going through infertility

If you know someone who is struggling to conceive, consider how you could walk alongside this person. What would this friend or member need? Maybe it's time and space to process, maybe it's a listening ear, or maybe it's a funny cat video on a depressing day.

My best friend and I parent completely differently—and that’s okay

Here's the key: there's no judging.

Dear kids, when I fail…

I hope that my weakness teaches you something. I hope that when you come upon your own brokenness, tiredness, fear and confusion, that you will be okay with it. I pray that your imperfections won't scare you as they have me. I pray that you won't run from them, but that you'll wrestle with them and you will keep showing up, saying sorry, and trying again.

How do I talk to my kids about sex? An age-by-age guide

"Today, if parents don't take the lead on this, then friends, romantic partners and Google will be there their informants—and Google does not know your child."

A simple—and effective—way to lessen the mental load of motherhood

How to overcome it, mama.

To the new mama: There will be days

On those days when you doubt yourself—because they will surely come—remember this: You were born for this job. They have chosen you and there is nobody else in this world they would rather have by their side for their journey to becoming them.

It’s science: Being barefoot boosts your kid’s development

I realized I was scared of all the wrong things when I insisted my kids leave their shoes on at the park.

I just moved to a new town, and it’s harder to make mom friends than I thought

Being the new mom has me feeling like I'm back in 6th grade. But instead, I'm a grown woman in my 30s.

To the woman who loves motherhood, but doesn’t feel defined by it

Being fully immersed in the deep, sometimes treacherous waters of raising tiny humans is wondrous, yes—and occasionally overwhelming.

Michelle Branch was breastfeeding at her own wedding and we love her for it

What a beautiful mama + beautiful bride.

Children under 1-year-old shouldn’t have any screen time, World Health Org says

But there's room for some nuance in this conversation.

Our hero: This 9-year-old who helps kids in need feel special on their birthday

She launched Bella's Boxes—and it's genius.

How to cope when you’ve had no sleep 😴

First step? Do less, mama.

Infertility can be a lonely journey—but you’re not alone

When you get in line behind me at the grocery store checkout aisle, I can see the pain in your eyes. If you choose to change aisles, I understand. If you can't come to my baby shower, I understand. If you need to hide my social media posts, I understand. I've been there.

How to be a positive parent when it comes to lying, backtalk + aggression

By understanding where these tough behaviors come from, you'll be able to help you child learn from them, and move through them together as a team.

Kohl’s will soon start accepting Amazon returns

Game. changer.