Health & Wellness

This former NI​CU baby is making mas​k covers for nurses fighting coronavirus ❤️

5-year-old son Christian is helping nurses like they helped him.

Social distancing doesn’t have to mean loneliness—here’s how to stay connected

Why it's so important to text your best friend right now, mama.

Mothering during coronavirus is the ultimate test—but you’re already succeeding

Mama, you were made for this moment.

5 facts about our progress to finding a coronavirus vaccine

There's a lot of misinformation out there, so here's what we know to be true right now. 👇

It’s science: It’s natural for your kids to feel anxiety right now—but it’s temporary

Here's what you can do to make it better, mama.

If your child’s school closes, don’t panic: Here’s a list of homeschooling resources

Bookmark this list of resources and ideas for coronavirus-related school closures.

Poison control alert: Keep hand sanitizer away from kids

One small but important item parents may have overlooked amidst the chaos of coronavirus confinement this week? Baby and kid-proofing our new quarantined lives.

The mental load of motherhood is about to get so much worse

Tonight I'm crying for myself and all the other mothers who just found out school is closed. All the moms who are making frantic phone calls right now, trying to rearrange their lives while people tell them to "relax."

President Trump asks parents to homeschool + take stricter measures to limit the spread of coronavirus

"My administration is recommending that all Americans, including the young and healthy, work to engage in schooling from home when possible, avoid gathering in groups of more than 10 people, avoid discretionary travel and avoid eating and drinking in bars, restaurants, and public food courts," Trump said Monday.

Social distancing for parents means empty playgrounds & canceled playdates

Some doctors are calling for playdates, birthday parties and sleepovers to be canceled to stop the spread of coronavirus.

Top cleaning tips to help protect your family against the coronavirus

An expert weighs in.

Coronavirus: How to flatten your anxiety while flattening the curve

This is hard. Let's all just admit that. But we can get through it—together.

6 expert ways to manage your coronavirus anxiety, mama

Moms are facing a double challenge right now: Here's how to manage your own fears while modeling resilience for your kids.

What went viral this week: A little girl is told she’s beautiful + songs to wash your hands to

There is so much good news happening if we look for it.

6 immune-boosting steps to beat back-to-school germs

A naturopathic doctor shares how to keep your whole family in good health with easy upgrades to your routine.

Coronavirus risks may seem low to some, but for the immunocompromised, they’re higher than ever

Why staying home during the coronavirus pandemic needs to be taken seriously.

Does your child need a multivitamin? Here’s what the experts say

Parents of picky eaters, you might be surprised.

How to talk to your kids about the coronavirus if they’re worried

"Be open and available for questions, allow expression of feelings and how to cope," says Dr. Robin Goodman.

This new body-positive children’s book features powerful illustrations kids need to see

The central message is one that every kid needs to hear: "All bodies are lovely no matter their size."

5 things parents can do right now to prepare for the Coronavirus

"This is not a time for fear. This is the time for taking action now to prevent infections and save lives now," says the director-general of the World Health Organization.