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Breast Milk Storage Basics

Everything you need to know about how (and how long!) to store breast milk.

Updated Dec. 16, 2022

Here’s a pep talk for the days when you don’t want to adult

What truly matters today? 1. I show up with love. 2. My babies are safe and loved. That’s it. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
mom hugging baby - you don't have to be a perfect mother

Your child doesn’t need a perfect mother—just a peaceful one

A “peaceful mama” isn’t a mama that is void of negative feelings.

Updated Mar. 27, 2023

5 ways to take parenting criticism in stride

Whether face-to-face or behind a screen, here’s how to deal with judgment from other parents. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Q&A with Janet Kennedy: Giving your Baby the Gift of Sleep (Training)

There is no shame in taking good care of yourself so that you can be a good parent to your child.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022

Getting over mom guilt—How to say goodbye to feeling bad

We are all just winging this whole motherhood thing. And that’s okay, mamas.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

8 ways to discipline with authority—and love

Hint: It’s okay to say no.

Updated Apr. 11, 2016

9 reasons why having two or more kids can actually be (gasp!) easier

Double the cuddles, kisses and cuteness.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Spotting a speech delay in your child—and what to do next

Is a visit with a speech-language specialist in order? Look for these signs in your child's language.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023

7 secrets of a teacher mama: How I help my little one learn

Finding the balance between structure and free play is the key.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023
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Calm mama: The 2 techniques that teach toddlers to handle their emotions

Two go-to moves for helping your tot express difficult feelings.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

Q&A with Erika Christakis: The importance of being little—in the age of iPads

The verdict is in, mamas. It’s time to step back and let our little ones be, well, little.

Updated Oct. 11, 2021
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Deep breaths and mama mantras —5 ways to keep it together during toddler tantrums

Strategies to stay cool, calm, and collected when your toddler is having a tough time.

Updated Dec. 14, 2021

#MotherlyStories: How do I know when I’m done having babies?

Adrienne of Stylish Bump talks about her dilemma—to go for another child, or is her family already complete?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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The Ultimate Swaddle Guide

Download this PDF for everything you need to know on safe swaddling, plus our favorite swaddle finds.

Updated Apr. 12, 2022

Why one child psychologist tried the cry-it-out technique—and never looked back

It turns out, sleep training can be the ticket to a happy and healthy tot (and mama!)

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
cheerful, open-mouthed infant who's learning about baby speech development

Baby speech development: What’s happening and how you can help

10 ways parents can support infant language development

Updated Jan. 19, 2023
mom and baby on airplane - tips for flying with a baby

10 tips for flying with a baby

You birthed a baby. You got this.

Updated Nov. 07, 2022
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