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Yelling at your child happens—what you do *after* is what counts, mama

If we don't do anything about the guilt it can eat away at us.

Why do I have to parent without you?

A letter to my late mom.

I didn’t expect the loneliness of new motherhood — or the importance of community

Where was everyone now?

Rachel Platten is refreshingly real about postpartum anxiety & motherhood in general

"I've cried a lot in green rooms, cried through feedings, cried huddled on the bus knowing I have months of this to go wondering what on earth I got myself into with an infant?" she captioned an Instagram photo recently.

This viral photo proves just how important bike helmets really are

So why aren't more kids wearing them?

It’s science: Why pregnant women should sleep on their left side

Did you sleep on your left or right side, mama? 🤰🏽

The three words that saved my motherhood

This simple life built of love is enough.

10 facts about the state of abortion in America right now

Even prior to Roe being overturned, abortion rates were at a record low.

Courtney on finding acceptance after postpartum depression

"… I still have tough times, but I know I'm worth it and understand that to be a good mom, wife, daughter, sister and friend, I have to take care of myself."

5 important lessons my working mom taught me about my career

2. Start strong from day one—don't wait for permission to launch your full potential.

How I learned to use my anxiety to become a better mom

I could use it as a tool rather than as something that would hold me back.

Motherhood is: Managing to keep on going even when it feels like you can’t

I still don't feel completely steady on my feet, but I'm on auto-pilot now. I get up. I change him. I feed him. I put him back in bed. Wash, rinse, repeat.

Why we should be talking about ‘advanced paternal age,’ too

Dad's age matters.

Progesterone may prevent multiple miscarriages, says new study

But not for all women.

24 best gifts for grads (that they’ll totally use in the real world)

From customized graduation gifts that might be met with a tear or two to practical must-haves they'll be thankful for on the daily, these are the prezzies grads will love.

10 positive parenting phrases to stay calm when you’re on the verge, mama

5 family-friendly movies to watch with your kids this summer

Grab the popcorn.

Survey: Millennial moms are committed to bringing back kindness

Here's how we're doing it.

The scientific reason why most women always feel cold

Who is always changing the thermostat in your house, mama?

Is anybody listening?

Tips to get your kids to really listen + how to talk yourself back from the verge.