Motherly

Mama, thank you for allowing me to witness your birth—love, your doula

In this space with a laboring woman, time stands still. There is no phone, schedule or any connection at all to the world outside this room. My purpose is breathtakingly simple: to be attuned and inseparable from this woman who is transforming.

6 pregnancy-safe bug repellents

How to keep your skin (and baby) safe from bugs this summer.

18 inspired ways to reconnect with your identity outside of motherhood

As mothers, we are forever changed. Some of these changes are so profound that we may lose touch with ourselves.

5Qs with Krysta

Bump Envy

10 Cute Swimsuits for Babies

Dress up your tot for some fun in the sun with one of these swimsuits.

Mima Moon 2G High Chair

Hello, motherhood. Goodbye, skinny jeans

I could lose all the weight in the world, but my shape is different. I am now, and forever, a mother.

Why one-size-fits-all child discipline doesn’t work—and what does

When you honor your child’s true nature, discipline takes on another look because it’s supportive to your children.

I miss my husband, but thank goodness for my ‘military family’

My immediate family of four is not always together. But my larger, ever-changing military family is always there.

8 ways to rock motherhood this summer

#1 Practice yoga—it will aid in the release of any anxieties, which will lead you to a happier, more peaceful state.

Should you seek funding? How one entrepreneur balanced the books while raising her daughter

“When I am at work, I work hard—and when I am at home I ‘mom’ hard.”

Mothers still don’t hold the top jobs in the U.S. It’s time for change.

In the U.S., just 1/10 of the most powerful leaders are women with children. Yet 8/10 top jobs are held by fathers.

Find the beauty in today

“For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness.”

5 Lactation-Friendly Popsicles For Summer

Boost your milk supply with these drool-worthy popsicles!

Are Probiotics Good for Baby?

Find out how probiotics can help with colic, eczema and more.

How Exercise Can Help Postpartum Depression

A fitness class can do more than get a new mom back in shape.

The 5 mamas you need in your thrive tribe

One of the best ways help work through the emotions of working motherhood is to assemble your “Thrive Tribe.”

Pregnant in Portland

7 pregnancy-friendly destinations in this cool Northwest city.

5Qs with Madeleine

Bump Envy

How to Talk to Your Baby about Working

3 tips for starting the conversation about being a working mom.