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Why ‘cleaning’ a dropped pacifier with your own mouth might benefit baby

New research shows the bacteria in a mother's mouth may actually help prevent allergies in young children.

Dear husband: I know you hate your job–but you will find your purpose

You worked so hard. You did things you didn't want to do for the sake of love. You showed up every day and you wore down your body doing labor that wasn't fun for you. You took care of us and we are so grateful for you. Thank you for showing our kids what it looks like to work hard at things for your family.

What a clinical therapist wants you to know about couple’s therapy

It is not about having a perfect relationship without difficult moments. Rather, it is about repairing the hurts and mistakes that happen so we do not keep repeating them.

13 Kids Brands Celebrating Mickey’s 90th Birthday

Every die-hard Disney fan needs to know about these fun collabs!

You HAVE To See Celine Dion’s Kids Clothing Line

Well Rounded's Weekly Links are here!

8 truths about the 4th trimester I wish I had known

6. Little victories are worth celebrating.

How to get your child to eat vegetables without forcing, bribing or tricking

The bottom line: A child's health is not singularly defined by how many servings of veggies they eat.

Why I fight to prioritize my self-care

Inspired by my nurse, this is my motherhood mantra: To care for others, I must care for myself.

Gabrielle Union’s baby name is an ode to family 😍

It's unique and beautiful.

Gobble ’til you wobble

5 reasons why infertility during the holidays is so hard

And how not to stress (too much) about it.

Learning that I’m bipolar made me a better mom

It was like putting on glasses for the first time—everything made sense.

Motherhood is: Wondering if I chose the right daycare

I walked out the door after dropping her off and immediately burst into tears.

Here’s your strategy for getting organized before the holidays

2. Stock up on what you can.

Surviving birth trauma: The unexpected grief that followed my delivery

You would think almost dying would make me grateful for living—but it left me stunned and incredibly sad.

5 Things Every Special Needs Parent Should Know

Tips from a mom who's been there.

To the woman who doesn’t know what #momlife will be like

You didn't know how much the living room clock would be your closest companion, watching it always and praying for it to be the right time: the time when you can finally feed your baby again, because you don't know how else to stop her from crying.

3 Real Moms Show Us How One Sweater Works Through Pregnancy, Breastfeeding and Beyond

The sweater that was made for motherhood.

Amazon now delivers *real* Christmas trees straight to your door 🎄

Plus, wreaths and a Charlie Brown Christmas Tree.

Many babies don’t sleep through the night as soon as parents expect, study says