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10 phrases to inspire your child to make their holiday gifts

While it’s fun to open presents, it’s often even more fun to…

Updated Feb. 22, 2025

Time feels so different after you become a parent

There will be a day when he doesn't live under my roof, when marriage and family will multiply the number of people in his life whom he loves more than he loves me.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

My darling, why didn’t anyone tell us how hard it could be?

We're showing our children what hard work and determination look like, of course. But more importantly, we're showing them what working together can accomplish.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Here’s what to focus on this holiday season

Plus 8 memorable photos to take this Christmas.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022

Here’s how to figure out what’s behind that tantrum

Discover the reasons behind tantrums and why we appreciate you, mama, for your patience and love.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025

The imperfect art of cherishing your last baby

Babyhood is such a fleeting stage and these little souls wait for no one as they achieve milestone after milestone.

Updated Aug. 03, 2022
family sitting on a bed

How to create a happy & peaceful home for your family, mama

4. Use positive communication.

Updated Jan. 25, 2022
toddler crying

How I figured out what my child’s tantrum was *really* about

He was crying about chicken nuggets, but it wasn't about the chicken nuggets at all.

Updated Feb. 02, 2022

A psychologist’s plan for dealing with family members critical of your parenting

Go in with the mantra, 'I'm going to choose joy over judgment,'" Ziegler says.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

The one piece of parenting advice 51 moms want you to know

#TeamMotherly came through with some words of wisdom.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

The Motherly guide to avoiding holiday stress

Plus why we're so thankful for you, mama.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

11 simple ways to raise grateful kids

Discover effective tips for fostering gratitude in your kids. Plus, why we're so thankful for you, mama!

Updated Mar. 28, 2025

Thank you for loving my body more than I can right now

I compared myself to other pregnant people, both around me in real life and on social media.

Updated May. 20, 2022

No one human can be boiled down to a label, mothers least of all

I am wholly myself and wholly a mother but I am neither just a mom nor just myself any longer.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

I’m defined by fatherhood right now—and it’s been a huge adjustment

Becoming a SAHD has completely changed who I am.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

*This* is when it’s important to interfere during a play date

Coach kids in private, and then act as a silent observer when they are putting their skills into practice.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Here’s how to simplify Thanksgiving, mama

Plus 10 important rules for spending the holidays with a newborn.

Updated Dec. 14, 2022
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