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10 phrases to say (or tell yourself) instead of yelling

“Kids, can you please help me? I feel like I’m about to lose my cool and need your ideas.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

5 steps to regain control when you’re feeling anxious, mama

Some anxiety in motherhood is expected, but when does it become too much?

Updated Feb. 22, 2025
couple snuggling on the couch

Dear husband: You often get the worst of me, but I still love you first

Because motherhood can sometimes be this all-consuming thing that leaves me with next to nothing left to give anyone else.

Updated Aug. 26, 2022
couple walking through the snow holding hands - dear husband

Dear husband: When it was hard to love you

On a good day, love can be challenging. In a good month, even more so. But what about if we are talking longer?

Updated Mar. 27, 2023

Angelina Jolie tells her daughters: ‘It’s your mind that will define you’

“Find out who you are, what you think, and what you stand for,” says this mom of 6.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
woman holding her pregnant belly sitting on a bed

To my baby—Being your mother will be my greatest privilege

I promise to show you just how loved you are every single day.

Updated Feb. 07, 2022

How Moms Can Make a Difference

8 ways a mama can show up, even when she can’t actually show up.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022

The key to managing anger + anxiety on rough parenting days

Fortunately, there is a way to relate to these normal emotions.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
friends sitting on a couch and laughing

Motherhood helped me learn who my real friends are

These days, my friendships are few, but they are rich.

Updated May. 19, 2022
mom talking with toddler at the table

Try these 3 mindful parenting tips next time you feel upset, mama

As a parent, you may relate to the struggle of containing your anger—I know I have.

Updated Feb. 10, 2022
mom holding a newborn beside two siblings

To the mama who’s done having babies

It’s normal to feel confident *and* sad about your decision.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
woman lifting up a baby

7 phrases not to say to a foster parent—and why

During my 15 years as a foster parent, I have had the privilege of having over 50 children come to live in my home.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022
mom and daughter snuggling on bed

It’s Science: The mother-daughter bond is even more powerful than we thought

The findings also have helpful implications for preventative mental health treatment.

Updated Jul. 26, 2022

How to start practicing mindful parenting, today

Managing our own emotions and behaviors is the key to teaching kids how to manage theirs.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
guy holding womans hand wearing an engagement ring

Sometimes marriage is just hard

But that doesn't mean you have to despair.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022
mom kissing swaddled baby- i gave you life but you gave me mine

I gave my daughter life—but she really gave me mine

Because of my daughter, I finally woke up. Because of her, I never want to fall asleep again.

Updated Aug. 07, 2024

How Not to Lose Your Sh*t as a Mom

4 coping mechanisms to prevent a mama meltdown.

Updated Dec. 07, 2021
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