Life

Barre with a C-section scar: My body may be different—but it’s stronger than ever

I check my heart rate; higher, but still normal. I’m shaking. I’m doing it. I’m different. I’m the same.

Mother’s Day without a mom is hard, but I don’t regret going no-contact with my toxic mom

Not having my mother in my life makes me a better one.

To my partner: One day, we’ll miss all of this

But right now we have all this. All this beauty. All this wonder. All this joy. Right at our fingertips.

Yes, my 2-year-old does chores

I’m teaching her responsibility all with the goal of ultimately showing her that families (and communities) work best when everyone does their part.

Hyperemesis gravidarum specialist argues for greater investment in women’s health

Dr. Marlena Fejzo’s discovery of the gene that causes extreme morning sickness spurred the launch of a new clinic specializing in its treatment.

Breaking bigger: The messy business of expanding your heart

In watching my firstborn love on my newborn, the swell of joy broke my heart ever-so-slightly bigger, again.

Playing ‘Memory Keeper’ for your kids is a bittersweet job

I never predicted the pressure I’d feel to catalog every important moment of my child’s life

My birth story highlighted a critical reality: Black women need strong advocates

The constant advocating throughout my birth experience was exhausting.

To the mom who is running after her kid(s)—and runs a business, too… I see you

The tug-of-war between being a present mother and successful business owner is far from smooth–but it is possible. These 31 mothers from the Dreamers & Doers collective share their encouragement and support to those facing this common challenge.

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.

Taylor’s viral pickleball skirt might be sold out-but we found affordable lookalikes that are still in stock

Starting at $18 bucks!

I took my autistic daughter to see Taylor Swift overseas—and it was magical

Our Taylor Swift adventure is the best thing my daughter and I have ever done together.

Bookmark these virtual support groups on your TTC journey

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

A woman who had 18 miscarriages is raising her miracle baby

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

Dear Google Calendar: This is NOT a healthy relationship

Not to sound melodramatic, but you’re my agenda angel. My daybook dream.

Hindsight: What I wish I would have known as a first-time parent

Let your intuition be your guide because there is no one-size-fits-all solution.

14 nursing shirts that feel anything but frumpy

From casual T-shirts to work-ready blouses, athletic-inspired to boho-chic there's an endless supply of nursing tops to suit any style or occasion.

All our favorite postpartum pajamas that are soft, cooling and downright luxurious

From nighties to nursing dresses.