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Why snuggling your baby = happy big kids

We doubt you need another excuse to love on that baby—but here’s a big one anyway.

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An honest look at why I work from home

Some families simply need a second income to make ends meet.

The unexpected gifts that came along with my daughter’s special needs

You quickly put things in perspective and learn what really matters.

You don’t need to spend more money on your kids—just spend time

I would much prefer my babies have the childhoods of past generations: The simplified, easy days with nothing to do but be a kid.

Declining Millennial marriage rate due to how much we value matrimony, study finds

Despite the hype, Millennials may actually be bigger romantics than past generations.

‘You have your hands full’—Mom’s message on how to respond goes viral

Don’t comment on other families when you don’t know their stories. ?

Mamas can play big roles in raising less anxious women, studies show

Instead of telling our girls to be careful, we should be telling them that they can do it.

Why is mommy tired?

I’m tired of trying to do it all, knowing I can’t do it all, but being unable to stop trying to do it all.

This may sound ridiculous, but my 3-year-old hurt my feelings

My very sensitive heart was hurting, I had no idea what to say back and I felt like I was going to cry. But I also felt silly—silly for getting my feelings hurt by a 3-year-old.

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Micro interactions increase life satisfaction—so go ahead and talk to strangers

When other people think you matter and treat you like you matter, you believe you matter, too.

I didn’t expect the grief of miscarriage

“I didn’t know there would be so much grief. But I didn’t know there would be so much love and friendship either.”

Mama, you deserve a break

And you need a break. A break from perfectionism. A break from self-sacrifice. A break from being everything to everyone else at all times.

Why I Travel The World With My Kid

Why I Travel The World With My Kid

This mama decided to take her family on the adventure of a lifetime.

Break your digital addiction with something familiar: baby steps

Even this mindfulness expert needed a bit of help! ?

Even though it’s worth it, let’s admit parenting fatigue is REAL

Beyond the level of physical exhaustion is that induced by parenting.

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