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Living close to my sister made such a huge difference when I became a mom

Watching my kids play with her kids—and the bond they share—makes me so proud. They fight and argue like siblings, but they also light up when they see each other and laugh so hard whenever they're together.

Updated Sep. 30, 2022

A letter to my son’s future stepmom

Someday I hope we can be friends. I really mean that.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

Kate Middleton speaks out about supporting moms beyond the baby stage

"You get a lot of support with the baby as a mother particularly in the early days, but after the age of one it falls away," Middleton shared.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

Do moms really only get 30 minutes of ‘me time’ per day?

One survey says yes, but it's more complicated than that.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025

President Trump mocked Dr. Ford—here’s how mamas are responding

"Sending love to every survivor today who doesn't know how to exist in a country where our leaders mock our pain and suffering," one mom wrote.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
woman breastfeeding partner support

Partners who do this one (simple) thing can improve moms’ breastfeeding rates

When the co-parent does chores and cooking, mama has time to focus on feeding the baby and getting the rest she needs to keep her milk supply up.

Updated Jan. 18, 2024

70% of young moms are ‘most defined’ by motherhood—and there’s nothing wrong with that

"Nothing has shaped or changed my life like my kids. They are my everything," says Rebecca S.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022

What got me through the first raw months of motherhood? Messages from other moms

The flood of private messages after my baby’s birth was just what I needed. I just wish it wasn’t such a secret.

Updated May. 09, 2022

Why the Moms Behind the Teachers’ Strikes Inspire Us

How mothers can make a difference, one picket sign at a time.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022

How to Train for a 5K After You Have a Baby

This 6-week plan will help you get in race-shape.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022

How To Dress for Pumping at Work

6 tips to make your pumping breaks at the office a whole lot easier.

Updated Jun. 20, 2023

5 Services that Family-Oriented Businesses Offer

How to create a landscape for working parents that's more family friendly.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022

The story behind Gap’s breastfeeding ad is beautiful + important

One mom’s nursing session is turning into a social media moment. 

Updated Apr. 25, 2022

Moms who get breastfeeding support may avoid postpartum depression—new study reveals

Feeding babies is so hard, but support can make it—and the whole postpartum period—a lot easier.

Updated Apr. 25, 2022

A mom of triplets asked for help on Facebook—and her community delivered

Sometimes getting the help we need is as simple as asking for it. 

Updated Apr. 25, 2022
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