Second Year, Week 4

Grandparents & Extended Families

To all the grandparents—we couldn’t do this without you. Thank you

We appreciate you and are so grateful.

Life

I’m a SAHM with an older child—what’s next for me?

It's not my son's job to fulfill me, make me happy, or give me an identity. That's my job; always has been and always will be. This I know without a shadow of a doubt.

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Mama’s secrets —13-month-old

So now you know all the secrets of motherhood. The secret of why mama's coffee is always (ALWAYS!) cold. The secret shushhhhhhing sound that makes your toddler fall right asleep. The secret move that lets you change a diaper without a poop-related situation. The secret way your heart transforms when a child enters your life. XO, TeamMotherly P.S. One more secret: These 6 leggings are our secret weapons. The best we've tried, tested and rocked at daycare drop off. ✔️ Baby this week: It's not a secret that sometimes your tot is still afraid of strangers. Try this: Do something kind for the person your child fears. "What a nice grandpa!" Pat grandpa's arm. Hand him a toy. Give him a hug. Let your toddler know that everything is just fine with your actions.

Motherly Stories

This stage will pass—so savor it, mama

Motherhood goes by in the blink of an eye.

Marriage & Partnerships

Better together: 10 essential parenting questions you’ve got to ask your partner

#1. What are your default settings as a parent?