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From feeding to milestones to parenting styles, our expert-guided parenting section dives into tips, tricks and research to support modern mamas.

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No worries, Mama: Saying “Dada” first actually means you & baby are super bonded

The “d” sound is regarded as more difficult for babies—so why all the “Dadas”?!

Updated Feb. 25, 2025

Daycare isn’t just ‘the next best thing’ for our family

Daycare is often presented as a subpar alternative to a stay-at-home parent—but that really isn’t true.

Updated Mar. 15, 2022

How a Traveling Dad Can be a Present Dad

André Hueston Mack gets honest about the entrepreneurial juggle.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

No apologies necessary: Raising twins is uniquely amazing

“After bringing my partner into the room, she repeated her apologies. And I still love his response: ‘Sorry!? Why are you sorry? This is amazing!’”

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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15 not-so-little reminders why moms have earned rockstar status

6. Your hugs provide a safe haven and make all right with the world.

Updated Dec. 08, 2021
10 ways tech makes life easier for new parents

10 ways tech makes life easier for new parents

I needed to talk to my mom, I needed to chat with my friends, I needed advice from an expert, I needed to buy more diapers! My phone allowed me to do all these things (mostly) in silence, one-handed, at all hours of the day and night.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022
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My Journey to Using A Surrogate

A mom tells us why surrogacy was the right choice for her family.

Updated Jan. 15, 2022

Angelcare AC417 Baby Movement Monitor

Three whole hours to myself. That’s what Angelcare’s video monitoring system gave…

Updated Feb. 25, 2025
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Why empathy is the best response to toddler tantrums

Their emotions are real. Getting the red cup when she wanted the blue cup is significant to them.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Rise + shine, mama: How to set yourself up for a successful morning ☀️

You can do it! (And you’ll be really glad you did.) 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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Living in the moment: 7 ways to enjoy motherhood more by being present

4. Put your phone away. Be in control of your phone, not the other way around. 

Updated Jun. 27, 2022

Breastfeeding Is Hard

When breastfeeding isn't "the most natural thing in the world."

Updated Apr. 26, 2022

My baby isn’t really ‘mine’—but I am forever hers

You are more than mine, sweet daughter. You’ve always been so much more than mine. If anything, I am yours. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

You know what’s best for you + your baby—including what type of childcare they need

Every single mother I know is figuring it out as she goes, making it work along the way.

Updated Nov. 29, 2022
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Teaching your toddler social skills: 15 steps to success

11. It’s never too early to give children language for their feelings.

Updated Jan. 04, 2022

What it’s Like Being a Stay-at-Home Dad

Father Figure’s founder sounds off on parenting.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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Productive + focused: Why mothers are rock star employees

Mothers know that when the children are napping, they have a set amount of time to accomplish something. 

Updated Dec. 09, 2021

7 Healthy Baby Sleep Habits

You can help baby sleep better from day 1.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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