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The Trevor Project’s Chris Bright on her transition journey, foster parenting and the power of unconditional love

Chris Bright, the director of public training at The Trevor Project, joins Liz to talk about her transition journey, what growing up was like for her, and why she decided to become a foster parent.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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How night weaning saved my sanity

At times I found myself mourning the loss of being a fountain of endless comfort and nourishment for my son. In my heart and in my weary mama bones, I knew that we were on the right path—a path towards sustainable motherhood. 

Updated May. 27, 2022
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3 tips for raising children who advocate for themselves 

Identifying age-appropriate ways for our children to advocate for themselves is just as important as potty training, reading, sharing and even driving safely later in life.

Updated Mar. 19, 2024
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Ice cream, candy and some snack boxes are now included in the Jif peanut butter recall

The products have been linked to 16 Salmonella infections across the U.S.

Updated Jun. 08, 2022
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As an Asian mom, here’s how I’m teaching my kid to be proud of their identity

It’s one thing to know that you’re Korean; it’s another thing to feel Korean.

Updated May. 20, 2022
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New federal law bans the sale of unsafe sleep products

No more crib bumpers or inclined sleepers.

Updated Oct. 31, 2022
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To the mom raising a child with a rare disease—I see you

You are not alone. None of this is your fault, and there are people out there who can relate to what you are going through.

Updated May. 19, 2022
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Should I nurse my baby to sleep? It depends, a sleep consultant says

"With time and consistency, you and your family will be getting the much-needed rest you’ve been searching for."

Updated Nov. 23, 2022
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Why some babies are vulnerable to SIDS: A potential biomarker may hold the clue

The findings pave the way for new screening tools to prevent SIDS deaths in the future.

Updated Oct. 09, 2024
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The White House announces new steps to address the U.S. formula shortage crisis

The President has announced additional measures to resolve the infant formula shortage.

Updated May. 19, 2022
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America runs on mothers’ sacrifice—and it’s not OK

For too long mothers have been asked to nurture in a society that does not nurture us back.

Updated May. 12, 2022
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Why I refer to myself as a ‘single-lone mother’ instead of a ‘single mother’

Single motherhood refers to very different realities and a vast range of life experiences, which is why I refer to myself as a single-lone mom.

Updated Jul. 20, 2022
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Motherhood feels lonelier than ever

Motherhood is lonely, but it doesn’t have to be. We need to keep showing up for each other—and ourselves.

Updated May. 04, 2022
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Reframing Mother’s Day: How an open adoption changed my views on motherhood

I know I am the most fortunate person in the fact that I gained a daughter and a co-mother, and they are both amazing people that I love. 

Updated Apr. 15, 2024
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Andy Cohen shouting out his ‘rockstar surrogate’ is such a beautiful thing to do

"Thank you to my rock star surrogate (ALL surrogates are rockstars, by the way)."

Updated May. 02, 2022
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Motherly’s 2022 State of Motherhood Survey Report

At Motherly, it’s our mission to empower mothers to thrive, and one…

Updated Feb. 13, 2023
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