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The best Montessori-inspired toys for kids ages 1-5

The secret: Look for toys that are open-ended, toys that will last for years, toys that encourage creativity, and toys that benefit development.

Ayesha Curry says that motherhood prepared her for business in a way she didn’t expect

"You don't realize how much you can get done in a day until you become a parent."

Senator Tammy Duckworth proves why we need more moms in government

"We're the only developed nation in the world that does not have a paid family leave policy," Duckworth explains. "And I think it's an economic detriment that we don't have that."

To my firstborn—thank you for being patient with me as I figure out life with 2 kids

I wish there was a way to clone myself so I could give you each 100% of me all the time.

I can’t stop my mind from worrying even though the kids are finally asleep

I groan inwardly, squeeze my eyes shut and will myself to sleep, but my brain is having none of it.

Motherhood is: Trying to figure out how to deal with an imaginary friend

Tonight my daughter introduced me to Luna, a light pink, dark purple, and orange cat, and a large, red dog with floppy ears called American Dog who also goes by the nickname of Dave.

A letter to my only child on her first birthday

You are all my firsts. And you may also be all my lasts. Whether Daddy and I can give you a little brother or sister is unknown to us. Giving you a sibling would be one of the greatest gifts, but nobody knows if we will be able to have more children.

What I’ve learned about co-parenting with my ex

I feel compelled to focus not on the disastrous, negative effects my divorce may be having on my children, but rather on how it might be serving them well.

True life: Finding a mom friend feels a lot like dating

"Nice stroller," I nervously flirted. "Thanks," she replied, smiling sheepishly. "How old is your baby?"

Thinking about homeschooling? Here’s what you need to know

10 things I wish I knew earlier

6 Meghan Markle-inspired baby shower gifts you’re going to love, mama

You don't have to have Serena Williams' bank account to shower a mama-to-be with gifts fit for a royal.

Hilary Duff tried to ‘smell’ her baby through her phone and we totally get it

That baby smell is like a drug, seriously.

The newborn months require intense mental and physical stamina—but you’ll make it through

I eventually found there's no magic solution to aid in this season of parenting. It helps to find a community of women going through the same struggles. Prioritizing self-care and spending time connecting with your significant other are also healthy ways of dealing.

7 ways to manage your anxiety during pregnancy—from moms who have been there

7. Yoga, working out & meditation

These viral birth photos are helping parents picture life in the womb

This slideshow is amazing.

Rebecca on wanting to die and asking to be hospitalized for treatment

After my son was born, all I wanted was sleep. But I was scared of closing my eyes for fear of something happening to him during that time. I couldn’t shut my mind off from all the irrational thoughts running through it.

Mama delivers baby on JetBlue flight from San Juan to Fort Lauderdale

Now where does the little one get citizenship?

This viral comic about working motherhood is so true

It's not really an even playing field.

This mama mistook a car seat cover for a skirt (and we totally understand why)

I respect the way my Korean mother raised me, but I’m doing these 5 things differently

It's not because I think she was a bad parent. I respect her more than anyone else in the world.