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17 important habits to help you avoid mom burnout

I know you’re grateful for your family every day. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022
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Actually, motherhood is political

I can't tell you what to care about, but I will beg you to care.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

These 10 groups want to help more moms get elected to office

We know that mothers are leaders. It's time we saw more political leaders who are mothers.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

Tiffany Haddish says she plans to adopt older kids from foster care

The famous actress and comedian knows firsthand what it feels like to be a a child in foster care.

Updated Apr. 04, 2022
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This is not a drill—the OG American Girl dolls are BACK

Felicity, Addy, Kirsten, Samantha, Molly and Josefina, oh how we've missed you.

Updated Feb. 08, 2022
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Two of my sons have autism. Here’s how I’ve moved beyond guilt to thrive on the spectrum

An autism diagnosis can be hard to accept, but it's worth it to see your kids flourish.

Updated Sep. 15, 2022
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Practicing skin-to-skin? This is the babywear you need.

Bonsie is the first and only babywear line designed with snuggles in mind.

Updated Mar. 07, 2022
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TikTok is teaching me to re-parent myself

TikTok is teaching me many of the life skills that were never instilled in me, and I'm becoming a better parent because of that.

Updated Jul. 07, 2022
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Teacher-approved tips for making virtual learning a success

Plus the learn-at-home products you need to set up the perfect virtual learning environment.

Updated Dec. 02, 2021
Birkenstock Dupes

Affordable Birkenstock dupes for the whole family

Get the look, style and comfort of Birkenstocks this summer without the price tag—no one will ever know they're not the real thing.

Updated Apr. 28, 2021

Unsafe bedding is still a leading cause of unexpected infant deaths

Despite years of safe sleep warnings, thousands of babies are dying each year due to preventable suffocation.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022

Military children deserve so much more than a month of recognition

My husband chose to serve his country. I chose to support him. And our children will face the effects of our decisions as they grow.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

This toddler hugging a photo of her deployed dad reminds us of the sacrifices made by military kids

This viral video is both heartwarming and heartbreaking.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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This Oscar-winning film captures the grief of losing a child to gun violence: ‘We must do better’

'If Anything Happens I Love You' is powerful but painful exploration of parental grief.

Updated May. 25, 2022

There’s a new push to ban the sale of crib bumpers

What you need to know to keep your baby safe, mama.

Updated Apr. 21, 2021

Here’s why most Americans think their mama is “the cool mom”

We all think our mama is a "cool mom"—and we're all right.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

11 kids’ books written by musicians that may surprise you

From Lil Nas X to Guns N' Roses, these singers are writing books with their littlest audience in mind.

Updated Apr. 20, 2021
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