Parenting

A powerful surrogacy story: This mama’s twin carried her twin babies

Whitney Bliesner's twin sister is her BFF and her surrogate.

10 things I love (and will miss) about my kids’ toddler years

What will you miss, mama?

6 phrases for when your child wants to play and you need a break, mama

2. "I'm not available to play dinosaurs right now. Would you like to read with me?"

The invisible labor of motherhood is real—and it’s burning us out

Mothers feel solely responsible for their family's schedule—and it's making us feel overwhelmed and exhausted.

I want my kids to play with toys, but don’t like the mess—so I tried Lovevery

Like so many other moms, I've often found myself between this rock and hard place in parenting.

We talked to the parents behind this heartwarming viral video of a baby ‘talking’ to his dad

Fun fact: the clip sat in Shanieke's camera roll for about a month before she posted it.

This is why I share the story of my son almost drowning

Never in my life have I felt so much fear as I jumped in and pulled him out. He immediately started crying, thank God. I held him close to me and didn't want to let him go.

A simple note for a brand new mama

Oh mama, tonight is a very special night.

Dear mama-to-be, I envy you

This life is wonderful. So wonderful in fact that I would go back and live it again and again, which is why it is with bittersweet envy that I celebrate expecting moms and the amazing moments ahead of them.

Granger Smith’s tragedy: What you need to know about drowning risks

His 3-year-old son died in a drowning accident at home.

Why kids who do chores become more successful adults

Do your kids do chores around the house? If so, what are they?

No country is on target for gender equality—and that’s hurting mothers, especially

"Gender equality is under attack," says Canadian Prime minister Justin Trudeau.

Get ready mama, Baby Shark’s heading for TV!

The Korean company behind the viral video has a deal with Nickelodeon.

7 phrases to help your shy child feel brave

1. "Let's get there a little early to settle in."

5 wins to celebrate during your first month being a mama of 2 🙌

5. Handling baths and bedtime solo.

6 reasons why June babies are special

You may have a future Nobel Prize winner on your hands!

Parenting a ‘fussy’ baby is harder on mom than anyone knows

It can lead to a higher risk for depression, says new study.

9 phrases to never say to same-sex parents

5. "Who is the real mom?"

Why your kindergartener may still benefit from a nap

How old was your child when they stopped napping, mama?

How to use screen time to raise empathetic and kind kids

When we control technology—and not the other way around—the potential is enormous.