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mom and daughters showing arm strength

Dear daughter: Be loud, take up space—your voice matters

She has a fire inside her, and I never want it to go away.

mom and son snuggling on the couch

The way we talk to our children becomes part of their conscience for years to come

I want him to practice courage over comfort and not make choices so that his friends think he is cool.

Sons of working moms grow up to do twice as much housework, says study

They devoted eight more hours weekly to caring for their children, doing domestic work and helping other family members.

Why didn’t anyone tell me how great motherhood would be?

I heard a lot about how hard it is, but not as much about how wonderful it could be.

mom talking to daughter on the couch

13 realistic ways to transition to peaceful parenting

The secret of making this transition is having compassion for yourself, just as you do for your child.

swaddled baby laying on a bed, one of motherly's favorite baby picture ideas

30 essential photos to take in baby’s first year

Grab your cameras, grab your cell phones, and capture those memories.

The Imaginary Hotel Room Where Mom Wishes Come True

We dreamed up the perfect Mother’s Day getaway. If only it was real.

To my child: Watching you learn to read is a true gift

I am watching a universe open up before you.

25 favorite books from our childhoods

From Amelia Bedelia to the Fantastic Mr. Fox.

Why is motherhood portrayed as being either magical or depressing in media?

I often somehow feel happy and sad. Tired and energized. Low and inspired.

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