Ellen Schmidt

Ellen Schmidt has been writing about the nitty gritty of motherhood and raising children for over 10 years. She lives in New York City with her husband and two daughters. In her spare time, she's developing a website about NYC family travel.

Infertility

A woman who had 18 miscarriages is raising her miracle baby

At 48, Louise Warneford finally gave birth to her rainbow baby.

Teen

My daughter has entered the tween years—and I’m not ready.

Parent-free outings, cell phones & social media are headed my way, and all I want to do is stop time.

Baby Names

100+ unique baby names as special as your new little one

Every child born is original and unique, and these names reflect that beautiful sentiment.

Baby Names

75+ gender-neutral baby names you’ll love

From Archer to Zion, we've found some pretty fantastic unisex baby name options for you to consider.

Baby Names

33 popular girl names & their beautiful meanings

From Olivia to Charlotte and beyond, here are some of the most popular girl names today and their meanings.

Life

The best funny jokes for kids appropriate for any occasion

Because laughter really is the best medicine.

Parenting

10 kid-friendly breakfasts that are as easy as they are delicious

You will fear neither breakfast nor Mondays after checking out these tasty morning meals.

Child Shopping Guide

19 first day of school books perfect for calming their first day jitters

Reading books about the first day of school can help easy any anxiety or stress your little one may be feeling about this new adventure.

Celebrity News

10 times Ashley Graham said what every new mom is thinking

"Okay new mamas, tell me I'm not the only one who sometimes forgets to brush my teeth??" Graham shared on Instagram.

Parenting

This mom didn’t know how bad she was sleeping until she saw herself in our viral video

Like many co-sleeping, breastfeeding mothers, Cherrell, a former labor and delivery nurse, is…

Blended Families

This mom’s viral TikTok hack will make your child’s co-parenting schedule a whole lot easier

The wonders of a dry erase board and a simple formula can be easily replicated.

Home Shopping Guides

9 kids’ homework desks to help your child stay organized & motivated

These functional desks promote learning and organization during homework time.