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A Mindful Family Plan for a Happy, Healthy Winter

The change in the quality of daylight causes seasonal depressive symptoms that go beyond typical “winter blues.” Here are some ways to help.

Why I Quit Breastfeeding: A Sober Mom's Story

I quit breastfeeding because I wasn't showing up as the strongest version of myself. Sometimes quitting makes us winners.

What Is Postpartum Anxiety?

When we're suddenly responsible for tiny, helpless, precious humans, it makes sense we become anxious. But how much anxiety is too much?

5 Reasons You Should Go on a Mom Retreat

Mom-specific and women-only retreats held all over the world are on the rise and gaining popularity with the baby burping bottle-and-breastfeeding masses.

3 Ways to Choose Toys that Grow with your Baby

Babies are constantly developing and transforming, Here are three ways to pick toys that will stay relevant and fun as your baby changes and grows.

Rewards Don’t Work – Here’s What Does

While a reward system may get kids into the habit of behaving in the desired manner, it’s not a long-term solution.

4 Upsides of Having a Partner Who Travels for Work

Work puts food on the table and travel is often inevitable, so, in that spirit, I give you some of the upsides, if, like me, you need a little help spinning it.

How to Help your Children with the Back-to-School Transition

How do you manage the back-to-school butterflies and ensure that your child is prepared for new faces? Here are three tips to set your children up for success.

Top 10 Items to Add To Your Baby Registry

Putting together a baby registry can be overwhelming. Which products do you actually need? Which ones should you avoid? Here's where to start.

These 7 Books Can Inspire Kids to Get Up and Move

Here are seven books that will make your child want to put down the controller and move their feet.

How to Help Kids Connect With Older Generations

Kids are often uncomfortable around older people (even grandparents). Here are research-backed tips to help them connect, for the benefit of both parties.

How to Share the Mental Responsibilities of Parenthood 

The cognitive burdens my husband had been shouldering had been largely invisible to me, and the same had been true for him. Here's how to make a change.

An Open Letter to Preeclampsia

Sure, I would've preferred a nice hotel and massage, but three weeks on an intermittently-inflating bed and five AM blood draws were a close approximation.

5 Ways to Get Outside in Autumn and Why Science Says You Should

All those hours kids spend climbing trees and following bugs really do soothe their psyches. Fall may require another layer, but it's well worth it.

To the Heartbroken Mom at Her First Daycare Drop-Off

It may feel like the most difficult morning of your life. But trust me, mama, your baby is in good hands and daycare drop-off won't always break your heart.

How Keisha Noel Designs Jewelry (Plus Business, Family, and a Joyful Life)

“Being a mother has been my greatest joy while juggling a thriving business,” says Keisha Noel . “It’s truly a balance." She reflects on the joyful juggle.

10 Reasons to Consider Preschool if You're on the Fence

Preschool infuses your little one's day with a whole new world of interesting activities, plus new people to connect with and enjoy. Plus, more great reasons!

7 Things You Need to Know About Back-to-School Shopping

My daughter started kindergarten last year. I practiced easing my daughter's anxieties, but I didn't suspect shopping would become its own source of anxiety.

Ask These 5 Questions To Determine Kindergarten Readiness

As their parent, you know best.

Help your Preschooler Build Confidence Through Positive Self-Talk

Practice positive self-talk—teach your kids confidence and train them to be optimistic. Our children learn from the way we speak to ourselves.

How to Combat the Back-to-School Worries

Although returning to school is exciting, it also induces anxieties that are sometimes difficult to quell.

Books To Help Children (And Adults) Understand What It Means To Be Transgender

These five books will take away the cloud of fear or confusion and empower you to make gender an everyday discussion.

3 Ways to Have A Great Partnership With Your Nanny

Building a good relationship with your nanny is critical to ensuring that your home is a place where you, your child and the nanny you employ can be your best selves. Here are three tips to make su...