siblings
The transition to becoming a mom of two is beautiful—but also hard
I knew this new journey would come with many bumps along the way, and that there’d be new lessons to be learned. But it’s exhausting, testing, challenging, and demanding in every way imaginable.
Two weeks with 2 kids: 8 things I’ve learned about having a second child
4. Exhaustion is real.
This is: Watching your babies meet for the first time
Is there anything more heartwarming than siblings meeting for the first time?
To the new mama of two: My one piece of advice
Staying present took more work this time around, but I still tried to relish the moments of joy between those long, lonely nights.
Today I didn’t hold you―not like I should
"How did I forget to take the time today to smell your head? To kiss your cheek another time. To look into your eyes and watch your mouth as you learn to curl it into a smile..."
Becoming ‘big sister’: How being a first-born daughter develops leadership in girls
Worried about your little girl becoming a big sister? Fear not, mama. She is going to thrive.
Is it dusty in here? Watch these 7 pairs of siblings meet for the first time
There's nothing quite like the moment all the pieces of your heart meet for the first time.
21 perfect gifts for new siblings
Thoughtful ways to remind your big kid that they're just as important as ever.
Dr. Laura Markham on sibling rivalry and positive parenting
With families together stuck at home together during COVID-19, squabbling siblings are…
Viral video shows a big sister refusing to let anyone take her newborn baby sister away from her
This viral video of an overprotective big sister is going to make…
Viral video of twins holding hands right after birth
This viral video of twins doing skin-to-skin and reaching to hold each…
Viral video shows a day in the life of a mom with quadruplets
Superheroes are real and this mama of quadruplets proves it. Quad Mum…
This is postpartum (with a baby and toddler)
It's being stretched so thin but feeling so complete.
Dear firstborn—thanks for showing me the way
You are the incredible gift who gave me my cherished title of ‘mother.’
If your kids are constantly fighting, try this
2. Use timers to support sharing.
My firstborn, I know it’s been a hard adjustment
My boy, I'm so proud. Proud of the way you've adapted to your new role.
My kids are becoming best friends right before my eyes
At this moment, in this chaos—they not only have each other, but they have also FOUND each other.
It’s science: Having younger siblings helps you become a more caring person
They may be little, but younger siblings have BIG influences.
Dear second baby: I see you, I hear you and I love you, too
As the second-born, you get the privilege of not being the "guinea pig."