Health & Wellness

Here’s how Chrissy Teigen is advocating for herself during this pregnancy

If there's one thing mamas can learn from her it's that being open about what's bothering you is vital.

How to talk to kids when you don’t have the answers

Three guiding principles, according to a clinical psychologist and parenting coach.

Dwayne Johnson, wife Lauren + their 2  ‘baby girls’ all tested positive for COVID-19

"I wish it was only me who tested positive, but it wasn't, it was my entire family."

Stay-at-home-mom depression is a real thing

You're not alone, mama.

Hospital policy saw Native American moms separated from babies during COVID-19

This investigation illustrated how much harm systemic racism can do in maternity wards.

Your toddler’s tantrum is related to your own pandemic stress, mama

Here's what we can do about it.

WHO releases new guidelines: Children under 5 shouldn’t have to wear masks

But those over 12 should.

This is the best state to give birth

But how can we make *ALL* states reach this same high standard?

Black breastfeeding week matters—Black mamas are not getting the support they need

Here's how you can help.

Some kids can’t wear masks—and they don’t deserve to be shamed for it

Mask shaming has gone too far. There are a million reasons why that kid might not be wearing a mask.

Having more Black doctors and midwives could be the key to reducing Black maternal mortality rates

Black babies and moms are less likely to die if they are cared for by Black doctors.

Toxic positivity doesn’t fix how much moms are burnt out—it only makes things worse

Insisting that mothers be happy and positive all the time does not permit us to recognize or fix the foundational problems.

The United States is failing to protect pregnant Black and Latina women during the pandemic

In Illinois, they make up over 70% of COVID-19 complicated pregnancies, for example.

Is it safe to exercise with a face mask on? What to know, mama

A doctor and physical therapist weigh in.

Nut-free lunch ideas that aren’t grilled cheese + chicken nuggets

Kid-approved foods that are easy to make.

Flu season, meet pandemic—here’s how parents can prepare

Pediatricians are urging parents to make sure families get their flu shots this year.

Preschoolers *can* wear masks all day—here’s how

Kids are surprisingly adaptable to change, especially with our help.

Actress Eva Amurri’s talks ‘biggest parenting fail’: Her infant daughter rolled off the changing table

"You just really have to forgive yourself and move forward."

The surprising benefit of kids wearing masks

What doctors and parents say about the psychological benefits of masks

It’s science: This is why your baby always falls asleep in the car

Hint: the reason has to do with YOU, mama