Heather Marcoux

Birth

This mom just gave birth in 45 minutes and this common supplement may be why

How does melatonin affect labor? Researchers are finding out.

Viral & Trending

This bridesmaid was pumping in the wedding photos—with the bride’s full support

"Rachael has always been supportive and knew exactly what I needed as she had already been down that road...So I was pumping four times a day at the time of her wedding. One was while we were getting ready and the other was right before the ceremony. I was trying to squeeze in a session while Amber photographed the groom and groomsmen." 

Marriage & Partnerships

This mom’s post about marriage is so raw and relatable

"I cried last night as I asked my husband if he was tired of me. Because I'm tired of me some days. Pregnancy and birth are hard. Raising babies is hard. But I think the hardest is losing yourself..."

Birth Stories

The heartwarming reason why this 8-year-old delivered her baby sister

How involving her daughter in her deliveries helped them both heal from pregnancy loss. 

Baby

These viral vintage baby care instructions are hilariously outdated 

We can't be sure, but we feel certain this is from the 1950s.

Parenting

6 reasons December babies are so special

This month is actually the rarest time for birthdays.

Christmas

You can track Santa’s route on Christmas Eve—your kids will LOVE it

NORAD is keeping an eye on the sky and Santa's sleigh.

Baby

7 reasons November babies are special

A November birthdate is definitely something to be thankful for!

Safety

Car seat safety isn’t a gray area: Why one mom’s story went viral

She texted her husband to remind him to tighten the straps. Minutes later, he was in a car crash.

Parenting

This mom went viral for calling 911 because she needed baby formula

But there's more to it than that.

Baby Sleep Tips

The important safety tip parents need to know about sleep & car seats

Why you might want to plan for more pit stops on your next road trip.

Back To School

What went viral this week: Quadruplets, back-to-school confusion + a baking fail

What a week, mama!