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The #1 thing new moms need? To show up + support us

We may not respond to every call or text—but they still mean so much. 

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Advice for young moms: Believe in yourself

“No, the best years of your life are not being wasted... These are the moments you’ll live for.”

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

I didn’t fall in love with my baby right away

The truth is, motherhood is a major adjustment that takes time.

Updated Oct. 02, 2022

The 40+ jobs that every mom does—for free

Moms are impressive. Awesome. Busy. Talented. Basically—what we’re trying to say is—moms…

Updated Feb. 25, 2025

The amazing way that pregnancy prepares you for motherhood

It has taught me to see the magic. ✨

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

How to survive new motherhood when you’re an introvert

When everyone you’ve ever met wants to meet the new baby, you may have to draw boundaries. 

Updated Feb. 13, 2023

Sleep is key for the happiest mom on the block, too

The author of The Happiest Baby on the Block explains why we need to be prioritizing sleep for parents.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The bittersweet pull and tug of being needed—so needed

Sometimes my daughter needs me a bit *too* much. But I know these days will end.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The Brits have the perfect solution for new-motherhood loneliness

The British approach prenatal classes totally differently. And brilliantly.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

To the new mama who feels so alone—and so needed—at the same time

I know that you are tired and lonely and really just want to be clean with clothes that fit.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The top 9 nursery items on Amazon that parents are loving right now

Adding to the shopping cart like ✔️✔️✔️

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Why snuggling your baby = happy big kids

We doubt you need another excuse to love on that baby—but here’s a big one anyway.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Raising kids away from family is hard, but you can do it

By growing our family away from extended family (and their help), we’ve learned that there is nothing more valuable than creating a strong network of friends who are like family.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Every new mom should hear these four words

When you’re in the thick of it, it can be hard to see the big picture. 

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The 10 people you’ll LOVE after giving birth

To the friends, family, medical professionals, treasured neighbors and kind strangers: THANK YOU. ?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

To the new mama facing another exhausting night—this, too, shall pass

You start to wonder whether you will ever have any time to yourself. Then, one day, you do.

Updated Jul. 06, 2022

A letter to my younger self on the day my daughter was born

Today is the day your daughter will be born. And also the day when you are born a new woman.

Updated Jul. 26, 2022
pregnant woman holding stomach

My sweet baby, I can’t wait to meet you—soon

I can’t wait to welcome you to this side of the world, my darling. ?

Updated May. 02, 2023

To the mama caught between selfless and selfish

Are children a blessing? Yes. Do I love my kid? Yes. Do I want to be a good mom? Yes. Do I want a vacation already? Yes.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

To the new mom in the coffee shop: You’re doing a great job

And you deserve that latte. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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