Positive Parenting

Dinner, bath, bedtime: I WILL SURVIVE

Some days, the clock strikes 4:00, and I’m not sure where I’m going to get the energy to make it to my bedtime.

The mother in us is born, too

Mothering must rise up in us, not be scripted onto us.

An ode to my husband’s sweatpants

Thank God I stole these from my husband because really—what would my life be without them?

Mom Trends Non-Moms Love

6 things moms get that make all the other ladies jealous

There’s no one ‘right way’ to parent your child

Sometimes finding peace with parenting is as simple as cutting yourself a break.

The 10 people you’ll LOVE after giving birth

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

Lying down with your kids isn’t a bad sleep habit—it’s love

I do it because I feel that it’s what you need from me right now. And I’m OK with that. I can give you that.

When a bad day makes you feel like a bad mom

Hang in there, my friend.

When less is more

The world needs more you.

Tired mama: Believe the people who say they want to help

When we say no to help from our friends, we are robbing them of their happiness. And let’s be honest, we are robbing ourselves of some much-needed help.

You’re not imagining it: Second children are more likely to be ‘troublemakers’

A bit rebellious? Possibly. But we also love these four traits found in many second-borns. 

Dear pregnant mama: Take the nap

Don't question it. Just do it.

My daughters are growing up—and it’s almost too bittersweet to handle

Witnessing your children become independent people is exciting, terrifying and sad all at the same time.

Dear America—ALL parents deserve paid leave

And we shouldn’t have to feel guilty for wanting this precious time with our baby. Or selfish for wanting to still get paid during this time.

Dear strong-willed child: I can’t wait to see who you become

Your voice is vibrant. Someday you will channel that strength into something that matters deeply to your heart.

I could have had freedom—instead, I had kids

Instead all of that—I have these three little gifts that I wouldn’t trade for all the money, flat stomachs and lazy weekends in the world.

What do I need for baby #2, dear friends and family? Your help.

Visitors—I need you to bring me coffee and let me shower. ☕?

Do you sneak Netflix time? (So do lots of moms, survey reveals)

Moms watching shows while doing all the other stuff moms have to do makes perfect sense. #multitasking

What Philanthropy Taught Me About Parenting

A charity exec shares her experience and tips.

How to Handle a Toddler Tantrum

10 ways to get your kid to calm the f down.