motherhood

9 ways to manage your fear + anxiety—and become a more peaceful parent

3. Dive headfirst into empathy.

It’s completely quiet when my kids are at school—and that’s exactly what I need

These long stretches of solitude help recalibrate my body and mind.

Moms, we need each other

No one GETS IT like we do.

If I want to raise confident adults, I must accept opinionated children

Most of the things that I find frustrating and exhausting in parenting my children are the result of characteristics that will serve my children well in life.

Joanna Gaines’ mantra for eliminating mom guilt is genius

It's all about replacing one word with another.

10 phrases from ‘Christopher Robin’ that remind us why slowing down is so important

This movie is taking us back and giving us ALL the feels.

Mama, your ‘ordinary’ life is actually quite extraordinary

This is one reminder every mama needs.

Motherhood is: Dance routines while I shower to keep the baby entertained

My daughter's need to be with me, near me or on me can be frustrating at times. Sometimes I just need space for a minute. But I keep reminding myself that this is just a phase. So, I try to turn her clinginess into a positive.

You are programmed to care for your child in a way no one else can, mama

That moment when your baby was placed in your arms, you became an expert: an expert on how to parent your particular child. Whether or not you were academically trained—your body, mind, and soul became intimately, mysteriously, beautifully connected to your baby.

If you want better sleep, prioritizing sex could be the answer

Is this the key to a great night's rest? 😴

True life: My happy home is also a messy one

While you've been poorly maintained (okay, completely and utterly overlooked) over the last three years, you've also been witness to countless small miracles.

Yes, I’m a mom *and* I put my sex life first

Recognizing our needs is the first step to reclaiming what we want.

Thanksgiving hacks: 10 easy ways to save time in the kitchen

5. Cook your turkey while you sleep.

Getting rid of “stuff” saved my motherhood

I believe mothers need minimalism more than anyone else.

It’s Science

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Serena Williams’ living room is being taken over by toys

We've been there, mama.

How to set up the baby’s nursery to make your life easier, mama

Motherhood is likely to be the most demanding gig you'll ever have, which is why having the right tools for the job is essential.

The eye-opening advice I wish I had gotten as a new mama

Be confident in your abilities and instincts. I wish I had been more confident.

This mom’s post about a toddler’s tantrum at Target goes viral for the best reason

Sometimes, it's okay to talk to strangers.

Remember mama, your toddler is human, too

Sometimes slowing down and lowering my expectations—both of myself and my son—makes all the difference. Sometimes simply acknowledging that we both need a little extra validation and a lot of extra grace is huge.