Health & Wellness

The creative parent method: 3 ways art therapy can build self-esteem with young kids

A strong sense of connection and belonging at home provides a safe place to unpack and recalibrate each day.

Embracing my ADHD in motherhood led me to deeper self-compassion

"We somehow believe if we just beat ourselves up enough, we can compartmentalize our mental health and become the moms we want to be. But we can’t bully ourselves out of mental health struggles," writes Momwell founder Erica Djossa in this excerpt from her new book, "The Mother Load".

Everything to know about the new breast cancer screening guidelines for women 40+

In light of rising breast cancer rates among younger women, the new guidelines impact women 40 and older.

New York is officially the first state to mandate PTO for prenatal care

Employees will receive 20 hours of paid prenatal healthcare leave beginning in 2025.

Women should start getting mammograms at 40, new guidance says

But some say the new recommendation doesn't go far enough to protect women with dense breast tissue.

New study finds perimenopause is linked to a 40% greater risk of depression

"Our findings show just how significantly the mental health of perimenopausal women can suffer during this time."

More moms are finally reaping the benefits of therapy—and so are their kids

More moms are taking advantage of therapist sessions now than ever before.

I got my 7-year-old a therapist—and it helped my own anxiety, too

My daughter’s anxiety looked different than mine, however I could see it sneaking into the nooks and crannies of her life.

I thought I could beat postpartum depression on my own, but it was beating me

I wish I had gotten help sooner.

I don’t need my barista to ask if I want more children

She doesn’t know what I am going through, and no woman should have to be continually put in a position to defend or explain her reproductive health with total strangers.

Bookmark these virtual support groups on your TTC journey

PSA: You don’t even have to contribute to feel supported.

5 dangers of pregnancy dehydration: Prevention and tips from a doctor

This is what can happen when your water level drops.

7 ways to lower blood pressure during pregnancy

No medications needed, just a couple of lifestyle changes.

Postpartum night sweats: Also known as your own private summer

Although annoying, postpartum night sweats are common and usually not a cause for alarm.

‘Geriatric pregnancy’ isn’t an offensive term

It's time to examine our overall attitude toward aging.

Your postpartum recovery kit: Feel your best after a C-section

Cesarean section mamas are absolute warriors.

Mom rage is real—and it’s a sign that mothers’ needs aren’t being met

The truth is, anger—real, fist-clenching, heart-racing, uncontrollable anger—is so much more common among mothers than many of us think.

Former Chiefs cheerleader’s death after stillbirth raises questions about maternal care

"Expecting somebody who's had a loss to go four weeks in between seeing their care providers… That's the same protocol that's done for a 23-year-old that's very healthy. It can't be a one-size-fits-all."

Pregnancy apps can help in the maternal mortality crisis. But surveys show they’re failing women

Pregnancy apps should be a lifeline—but they lack much-needed postpartum support.

Finally, Planned Parenthood will offer sedation for IUD insertions and removals

"We’re offering sedation to give patients a greater sense of power and control over their bodies and their care."