Life

The joyful, life-altering benefits of a toddler dance party

It’s time to dance, dance, dance. ?

To combat postpartum depression, mama, do whatever works for you

Don’t let silence and stigma stop you from getting help.

Dear twentysomething moms—I see you

I see you because I was you. 

Why John Legend isn’t backing down against mommy-shaming

Mom-shaming isn’t just for celebrities. And, can we all agree it has to stop?

It’s not ‘daddy duty’—it’s fatherhood

I’m a parent too.

Getting rid of toys freed my family—and brought us immense joy

Minimalism FTW. ?

Fall decluttering checklist—here’s what to focus on, mama

Reevaluate, make changes and simplify.

Do you and your husband share the same love language?

The 5 love languages are: physical touch, words of affection, quality time, gift giving, and acts of service. Which one is yours?

To the new mama shopping at Target—please don’t leave because your baby’s screaming

You have a whole support system in every aisle of this store, mama, and we are rooting for you. 

To the mama about to give birth—there’s magic in the waiting

I want to frame this moment in time. I want to remember this feeling of anticipation and excitement.

How to Have a Mother Blessing

And what happened when we experienced this pregnancy tradition first hand.

When life gets tough (and it will), I’m always here for you, baby

You can talk to me about anything—no matter how hard, scary or tough it may be.

Some days, I feel like the worst mom ever

But remember: this, like every moment of motherhood, is one that will pass.

14 at-home date night ideas for fall

Saving money + time with your honey? Yes, please!

To the mama whose child just received a life-changing medical diagnosis

Being brave and strong isn’t the absence of fear, it is persistence in spite of it.

You’re not imagining it: Women work more than men, most of it unpaid

The solution could be as simple as better workplace policies—for men and women.

When you’re stuck having a bad day, there’s a simple solution—play

A change in perspective can make all the difference, mama.

I wasn’t prepared for postpartum anxiety or depression—but I made it through

Asking for help shows such strength and bravery. Asking for help is the perfect example to set for your child.