Parenting

The ABCs of Safe Sleep for Baby

Easy cheat sheet for safe sleep foundation.

How I’m learning to mother–without my mom

You are always with me. In those times when I lose my cool under frustration, like yesterday when Everett was whining and simultaneously the dog threw up all over the carpet, I can feel you witnessing it all. I can feel you helping me, calming me or laughing at the chaos and confusion you used to know so well.

Huge food recall for Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and Walmart—what parents need to know

What the FDA, manufacturers and experts are saying.

I only have 2 weeks left before my maternity leave ends

It occurs to me that this ritual is the first of many symbolic cords we will cut.

It takes 6 months for new moms to adjust to motherhood, new study reveals

It's totally normal to feel like you don't know what you're doing at first.

Serena Williams’ living room is being taken over by toys

We've been there, mama.

How to raise a child who loves food

2. Consider the sensory component of food

10 positive phrases Montessori teachers use instead of ‘good job’

4. "Tell me about your picture."

The Honest Company + Sugarfina just launched the cutest diapers (and we’ve got a discount code)

These diapers are too sweet.

How to avoid the school lunch slump—and keep kids excited for their meal

Plus, some of our favorite recipes.

Kate Hudson’s kids prove that siblings with a big age gap can still have a close bond

These pics of a big brother and baby sister are too sweet.

As we deal with parenthood together, I need you to know: You are my hero

Join me in celebrating the everyday heroes of parenthood and the journey we share as we tackle life's challenges together.

6 Things You Should Know About The First Year of Motherhood

Baby Chick shares some of the things she learned as a mom.

No guilt, mama: Day care is good for your child’s social + emotional development

You're giving your kids a social and behavioral boost if they're in day care.

Alert, mamas: Target’s toy section is getting a major makeover

Just in time for Christmas.

This mom’s post about a toddler’s tantrum at Target goes viral for the best reason

Sometimes, it's okay to talk to strangers.

10 powerful ways to help children + families impacted by Hurricane Michael

They need us now.

Do babies get bored? Yes—and it’s good for them

It's healthy for babied to have scheduled unscheduled downtimes when they are allowed to play alone, without structure.

Do moms really only get 30 minutes of ‘me time’ per day?

One survey says yes, but it's more complicated than that.

I never expected to give birth to a mini-you

Your hands, worn in infant size by her. Your toes. The color of her hair—identical to yours as a child. The shape of her chin and the curve of her upper lip. Your placid expression was mirrored by hers as she gazed out at the world in those first months.