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toddler brushing teeth

5 tips to prepare your toddler for their first dental visit, according to a dentist

Avoid a toddler freakout at the dentist's office in five easy steps.

Updated Feb. 01, 2022
mom on a computer while holding a baby

8 productivity strategies for moms who are stressed about doing it all

Most productivity advice feels like it's not written for moms—these tips are different.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
mom letting baby turn the pages of a book, one of the ways to make reading fun

How to make reading fun: 5 tips for reading to babies

Break out of that board book rut and make storytime more engaging—for you and your baby.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
littie boy grabbing books out of a basket

I re-organized our playroom to be Montessori-ish–and it made a huge difference

Is it possible to "sort of" Montessori my child's toys and still get the same results?

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
mom snuggling newborn baby

This mama’s Facebook post is going viral because it’s what we all need to read today

"Always have an extra large bag of chicken nuggets waiting in the freezer for quick lunches or nights you're too tired to cook dinner."

Updated May. 20, 2022
little-girl-looking-at-the camera-how-to-prevent-lice

8 ways to prevent lice from coming home with your child from school or day care

When the dreaded "lice alert" flyer comes home in your child's backpack, here's what to do.

Updated Aug. 13, 2024
dad helping son put on a jacket

It’s science: Why your child fights getting dressed (and how to prevent the battle)

These simple steps in the right direction can make all the difference between a tantrum or a win for all.

Updated Dec. 06, 2022
little boy sitting at the doctors office

Is it too late for kids to get the flu shot?

Short answer: No. But in case you're unsure, mama, here's why.

Updated Jan. 26, 2022
mom holding two kids

It’s okay if two kids is way harder than you thought

Researchers found that having a second child puts a lot of pressure on parents' time and their mental health, and mothers bear the brunt of the burden.

Updated Aug. 23, 2022
woman sleeping in a bed stressing about the side effects of no sleep

The negative side effects of no sleep

Parental sleep deprivation is real—and it has very real consequences.

Updated Oct. 03, 2022

5 phrases that can help strengthen your mother/daughter bond

As a working mom of six kids, I am constantly seeking new…

Updated Oct. 18, 2021
kid watering houseplant

How to kid-proof houseplants, according to a plant expert

Plus, your go-list of kid-friendly plants.

Updated Feb. 14, 2022
twins laying on a bed

This viral post is what every twin parent needs to hear

There's a reason it's been shared over 6,000 times.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022
woman decluttering home

20 ways you can stop chronic household clutter *right now*

Let it go! Let it gooooo.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
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