Health
Why I fight to prioritize my self-care
Inspired by my nurse, this is my motherhood mantra: To care for others, I must care for myself.
Learning that I’m bipolar made me a better mom
It was like putting on glasses for the first time—everything made sense.
What will happen if I never lose another pound?
If I never lose a pound I can still hug my kids, I can jump in the water, I can wear a red dress.
How RSV changed the way I parent
RSV stands for respiratory syncytial virus and I didn't know what I didn't know.
Leah K on her traumatic birth and the darkness of postpartum depression
"I took on the identity of a strong person, who, despite having had an unstable childhood, was well-adjusted and thriving. I knew everyone had their own painful experiences and dysfunctional families. I wasn’t going to drown myself in mine."
The ABCs of Safe Sleep for Baby
Easy cheat sheet for safe sleep foundation.
Motherhood is: Looking at myself and wondering, ‘Who am I?’
All of the elements of "self" came into question: my body had changed. Relationships were changing. I questioned my place in society, my work, contributions, decisions and balance.
Hannah on her postpartum bipolar diagnosis
Hello. I’m Hannah. I’m many things–a mum, a wife, a daughter, a sister, an HR professional. I have recently become the owner of a tech start-up. I have a degree in psychology. I’m a friend to so many beautiful people. I also have Bipolar Disorder.
Breast health checklist: 10 essential facts every woman should know
3. It's possible to reduce your risk of breast cancer.
Kristina on surviving postpartum psychosis
"How does a 30-year old mom of two with no previous history of mental illness get admitted to the psych ward? This is where my memory fails me, but the diagnosis: Postpartum Psychosis."
The news was exhausting this week—5 ways to take care of yourself tonight, mama
It's okay to be tired. It's okay to take a break.
Dear NICU mama: Your strength is profound–and unexpected
Your experience with your precious baby will be one that, at times, can feel like it is breaking you into a million pieces–but I promise that feeling is just the start of your transformation into a stronger, wiser, humbler version of yourself.
10 ways to talk to your kids about body safety and consent
5. Explain to your child that everyone has a body boundary.
5 key benefits of probiotics and why your kids need them
"You are what you eat" takes on a whole new meaning.
Is cold medicine safe during pregnancy? 5 natural remedies to try instead
Our guide to navigating the cold season with a baby on board.
This video of a baby breathing is going viral for a very good reason
Here's what parents need to know.