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Mama

In case you didn’t know, you are the best mama in the whole world

But it's not for the reasons you might think.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Are remote teams the solution to a working mom’s top problem?

Motherly cofounders used their instincts to help build a next generation business where remote teams—and parents—can thrive.

Updated Jan. 14, 2022

The scientific case for cutting long commutes for pregnant people (and the rest of us)

There are health benefits when pregnant women have shorter commutes.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

Connecting with your kids: Why the first 5 minutes matter, mama

Five to 15 minutes of undivided attention can transform you and your child's lives.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

3 ways to tackle your most-dreaded ‘adulting’ tasks in under 30 minutes

Being a grown-up isn't always fun, but it turns out that some of the things you've been procrastinating about the most aren't actually that bad.

Updated Jun. 19, 2019

I want to have more kids, but I’m worried I won’t be able to handle it

With just one child, I eat standing up and in a rush every day. At times, remembering to eat something (or anything at all) is difficult.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

Woke up tired? Open this now

Because we GET it, mama.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

6 things to say to your child when you need a break

We've all been there, mama.

Updated Mar. 17, 2025

5 important ways to celebrate your postpartum body, mama

We still have work to do in this arena, and mamas, that work continues with us.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

All I can be right now is an ‘okay’ mom—and I’m fine with that

I know this is a "hard season" of life. But I also know—because every well-meaning person over 40 tells me constantly—that these days go by so fast and to cherish them.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

To all the mamas going through a rough patch, I see you

There have been moments when it was so hard that I've wanted to run away. I know I'm not alone. I'm sure every parent has been there.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

50 things to do with your kids this summer ☀️

Most of them are totally free, mama.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

Feeling burned out? This might help

And what *doesn't*.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

10 positive parenting phrases to stay calm when you’re on the verge, mama

My 3-year-old is eating peanut butter toast with banana for breakfast (his…

Updated Feb. 25, 2025

Is anybody listening?

Tips to get your kids to really listen + how to talk yourself back from the verge.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

5 important lessons my working mom taught me about my career

2. Start strong from day one—don't wait for permission to launch your full potential.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

As a working mom, I don’t ‘have it all’—but I love everything I have

I still don't have it "all." What I do have is realistic expectations for what I can accomplish in a day.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

You can beat the bedtime struggle—here’s how

Plus, what you can do to fix it.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

*This* is the secret to finding joy in motherhood.

Even when it's really, really hard.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

12 peaceful bedtime strategies from a child behavior specialist

How to deal with bedtime resistance, waking in the night and early rising.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
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