Life

Thank you Netflix, TikTok + Instacart for getting me through quarantine

True story: I learned the "I'm a Savage" dance in the bathroom at 2 am because I couldn't sleep.

Childcare is essential for parents—but the industry is in danger

There are 20 million kids under age 5 in this country, the majority of which normally receive some amount of paid care. We can't let this industry collapse.

Social distancing has me socially exhausted

I'm virtually connecting with friends and family more than ever before.

5 ways to talk to your partner about sharing the workload at home right now

"So much has changed. Let's talk about how we're going to make this work for us both."

I miss my friends so much

Sure, my kids miss their friends a lot—but so do I.

Everything we know about coronavirus antibody testing + immunity (so far)

What parents need to know about COVID-19 antibodies.

To the mamas without moms this Mother’s Day

It's a lonely, raw, heart-wrenching kind of pain to be without her.

Becoming a mother made me love mine even more

I realize now, firsthand, more facets of my mother's love for me. I viscerally understand the sleepless nights, the aches and pains, worries and unrelenting devotion even in the face of great challenge.

I miss having personal space

My once quiet area, free of distraction and interruption, is now the communal space for all child activities.

Everything we know (so far) about how states reopening will affect families

When can we have playdates? When can we use child care? For families, reopening is complicated.

My firstborn, I know it’s been a hard adjustment

My boy, I'm so proud. Proud of the way you've adapted to your new role.

These stories of mothers reunited with babies born during COVID-19 will make you ????

These mamas + babies are living miracles.

I mourn the pregnancy experience I could have had

I miss the feeling of warm hugs from loved ones. I miss having friends and family members marvel at my growing belly. I miss having the shared emotional experience of pregnancy with other women.

When this is over, my baby

I'll take you to your favorite playground. We'll stay until the sun sets and I'll push you on your favorite swing. We'll go visit Grandma and Grandpa, too.

Should I switch to a home birth during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Here are some key points to know when switching to an out-of-hospital birthing setting.

Ashley Graham’s makeup hack proves you never need to buy lip liner again

Get fuller brows and lips in seconds.

Almost 50% of dads think they’re doing most of the homeschooling

Only 3% of moms agree.

8 space-saving closet storage hacks to help you stay clutter-free, mama

According to a professional organizer.