Life

To the woman who loves motherhood, but doesn’t feel defined by it

Being fully immersed in the deep, sometimes treacherous waters of raising tiny humans is wondrous, yes—and occasionally overwhelming.

How to cope when you’ve had no sleep 😴

First step? Do less, mama.

What parents can do about climate change

Can you convince your children's school to start recycling? Maybe you could volunteer to wash plastic cups after your kid's soccer games, so they aren't using disposable ones.

I had my first child at 37—here’s what I’ve learned

Despite the fact that I don't have as much energy as I used to (coffee helps, but let's be honest), I'm so happy I had my kids when I did. Here are the advantages I've found in older motherhood.

The true cost of my infertility

It goes beyond the dollar amounts, though those costs add up, too.

My child isn’t giving me a hard time—he’s *having* a hard time

Once I could see his struggles from a lens of empathy, I was able to respond in love.

I was obsessed with having the ‘perfect’ birth

So instead of mourning my "flawed" labor and delivery, I shifted my attention.

How to make breastfeeding easier—before your baby is even born

With a little patience, some preparation and a firm resolution, you can increase your odds of success.

IVF, IUI, ICI, and IVI: There are so many ways to make a family

You have a lot of options.

I finally see myself through my daughter’s eyes

In my daughter's eyes, I am invincible. She sees the light shine bright inside me, even when I feel like it's so dim.

9 must-have apps for kids on the autism spectrum

Technology has the power to unlock learning for kids of all ages and stages.

Crib-sleeping is right for our family—and that’s okay

Being firm when it comes to my daughter's sleeping habits has given me restful nights of sleep I desperately need.

Having a second child totally changed my perspective on motherhood

The demands of motherhood laughed at my idea of picture-perfect motherhood. Every night I went to bed feeling like I had failed my children.

With ‘continuous parenting,’ we expect more of parents than ever

Technology isn't the only reason today's parents feel pressure to be 'always on'—here's how we can better support them.

I loved breastfeeding my son—and that was totally surprising

When my obstetrician asked me my plans around breastfeeding, without hesitation I told her we were going straight to formula. Everything changed once my son was born.

We divorced—and our family thrived

My motto in those circumstances, if there is any discomfort, which there was, became: "If anyone is going to be uncomfortable in the room let it be me, not my children or other family members."

Sometimes I fall into a mental health slump—but it doesn’t make me less of a mother

Mothers are like rocks—we appear solid but can crumble. Crumbling isn't a sign of weakness as the rubble remains strong.

Self-care isn’t selfish, mama

Will I do everything in my power to give my baby everything she needs and more? Absolutely. Will I neglect myself and the time and care I require to be the best version of myself? Absolutely not.