Parenting

7 ways to teach your child about diversity

We can’t decide which we like more: “Serve ethnic foods” or “Travel to different places.” Where do we sign up?

10 habits to shape a kind, well-adjusted child

1. Relationship. The relationship that we have with our children is the single biggest influence on them. 

Get pumped: How one entrepreneur is making breast pumping better for moms

Founder + CEO of Sarah Wells Bags—gorgeous, high quality & functional breast pump bags for all your pumping needs.

Extreme Toddler Action

5 ways to keep it all together while your child gains his footing.

6 ways to make toddlerhood terrific, not terrible!

The struggle is REAL. But always try to remember that many people are doing a lot more sympathizing than judging.

Why I happily do the 6 things I said I would never do as a parent

Like #5—Cook more than one dinner. You get what you get + you don’t get upset. Isn’t that what they teach in school?

5 NYC Insider Parent Treasures

Our favorite secrets to make your NYC parenting experience a little easier.

Getting Rid of Baby Sleep Crutches

Sleep expert tips to help you break bad habits at baby’s bedtime.

5 Reasons Your Boy Should Play with Dolls

One mama tells us why dolls are a must in her son’s play.

Is Your Baby Gear Safe?

A guide to help you choose the right equipment for your baby’s development.

3 ways to raise your toddler to be a ‘can-do’ kiddo

#2. Practice optimism and safe risk-taking. Wheeee!

What’s in your Toddler’s Backpack?

3 cool kids show off their daily necessities.

5 Tips Every New Mama Needs

Your postpartum wellness event in a bottle.

Is It Safe to Drink When You’re Breastfeeding?

6 myths about drinking alcohol while breastfeeding, debunked.

Getting Ready to Breastfeed Before Baby Arrives

5 tips to prepare for your nursing journey before labor even begins.

The Leaky Boob shares her expert tips on finding the perfect latch for your baby

There’s a wide range of “normal”—if it’s comfortable and it’s working, it’s a good latch.

Black Mothers Are Less Likely to Breastfeed

Here's what Black Moms Breastfeed is doing about it.

5 Breastfeeding Tech Solutions

All the gadgets and apps a savvy nursing mom needs.

Repeat after me—not breastfeeding doesn’t make you a bad mother

Breastfeeding didn’t work for me—twice. It doesn’t make me a bad mom and it doesn’t mean my children aren’t happy.

When it’s time to stop—the emotional decision to end our breastfeeding journey

I can’t believe how bittersweet this is, how much courage it takes to stop. Nobody can prepare you for it, mamas.