We are living ‘the good ol’ days’ right now

So let's take a minute to soak it all in.

By Colleen Temple July 19, 2019

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Childhood, Growing up, Mama, Motherhood, Play, Positive parenting, Raising a family, Raising child

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To the mama without a village: I see you

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This viral TikTok captures what it’s like to parent through exhaustion and mental health struggles

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I captured the emotions of men while watching women give birth—and it was powerful

For every soul we create, there is a soul that we felt a connection with first.

March 26, 2024

C-section, Giving birth, Positive parenting

It’s science: Clutter can definitely give you anxiety

Clutter creates stress that has major neurological effects on us.

December 16, 2023

Decluttering, Health, Minimalism, Organizing, Positive parenting

Here’s why roughhousing with your kids is good for them—really

All the noise and pummeling can be a little alarming. But lots of research suggests that regular roughhousing sessions make for happier, more successful children.

November 24, 2023

Parenting styles, Play, Teaching kids

True sportsmanship—character that goes beyond the game

I had never seen such a show of compassion, especially from the losing team!

November 5, 2023

Essays, Play

Here’s the ultimate Disney World packing list for kids and babies

Packing for babies and children for the most magical place on earth doesn’t have to be so challenging.

October 16, 2023

Play, Shop, Toys, Travel shopping guides, Travel with kids

5 tips to help children cope with moving

4. Reframe “goodbye”

October 1, 2023

Mindful parenting, Parenting advice, Positive parenting

Inclusive playgrounds let everyone in on the fun

Every child deserves equitable access to play. Every child deserves to be included.

August 6, 2023

Disability, Essays, Play, Summer

The best homemade (and taste-safe!) kinetic sand recipe for kids

This kid-friendly DIY is natural and taste-safe, all while providing a pleasant sensory experience. Here's how to make sustainable kinetic sand.

March 25, 2023

Ecofriendly, Play

Motherhood is having superpowers—but knowing they won’t last forever

Because what you have in this beautiful, messy, mommy phase is something that only lasts a short while–before time and maturity sweep it away in a quick, overwhelming tidal wave.

May 10, 2022

Essays, Mindful parenting, Positive parenting

Dear Mama: Your babies need a happy mom, not a perfect one

Mama, this is just a friendly reminder to drop the need to strive for perfection and simply just do the absolute best that you can.

April 11, 2022

2nd year know more, 3rd year know more, Essays, Parenting advice, Positive parenting, Twelve months: week 2

To the moms of one kid—from a mom of three

The only difference between you and I is that it’s all new to you. It’s like learning any new skill. It’s not supposed to be easy or feel comfortable.

April 7, 2022

Motherhood, Parenting advice, Positive parenting

10 things new mamas don’t want to hear

And what you can say instead.

April 5, 2022

1st year know more, 2nd year know more, Essays, Mental health, Motherhood, Parenting advice, Twelve months: week 1

Mama, when it all feels never-ending, just remember how fast time passes by

I hear you mama, when will it all end? The thing is, one day it will. Sooner than we anticipate.

March 24, 2022

Essays, Motherhood

I love my baby, but I miss myself

Nothing has brought me greater joy than motherhood, but nothing has brought me greater grief than becoming a foreigner to my own skin.

March 16, 2022

1st year know more, 2nd year know more, Eight months: week 1, Essays, Identity after motherhood, Motherhood

Sometimes, motherhood is just too much

I have to imagine you feel this too. I have to believe that these feelings, these days of mine are felt by others. I’m saying it out loud because this rawness is so very real, it’s oh so real, and I can’t cover it up.

March 15, 2022

Essays, Identity after motherhood, Motherhood

Motherly Stories

Motherhood is holding on, and then one day letting go

It’s holding on. To firsts and lasts, to moments of magic in the mundane, and to an ache of loving so deeply.

March 10, 2022

Essays, Letting go, Motherhood

Postpartum

Scarlett Johansson reflects on postpartum life: ‘I was staring into the abyss like, what have I done?’

Johansson, 40, didn’t hold back when recounting her early postpartum days.

January 23, 2025

Postpartum

Postpartum depression left me isolated—here’s how I built a village for moms

Becoming a mother stripped me bare. My body took a beating from growing a human. It took another beating bringing that beautiful human into the world.

January 17, 2025

Mental health, Postpartum, Postpartum depression, Postpartum mental health

Life

Feeling like you’re failing at motherhood? Read this

You should be proud. Proud of the way you mother.

January 9, 2025

Motherhood, Motherhood emotions, Motherhood feelings, Motherhood is hard, Motherhood lessons, Mothering, Motherly love

Mental Health

How to beat the winter blues as a mom: 4 therapist-approved tips

"It's time to turn your home into a cozy haven and create spaces in your home that you look forward to re-charging in."

January 6, 2025

Essays, Winter

Parenting

The stages of motherhood that will break your heart (in the best way)

I find myself wishing I could go back in time, to myself when I first became a mom. I'd try my best to tell her, motherhood is a series of rooms.

December 29, 2024

Life, Mom, Mom life, Moms, Motherhood, Motherhood emotions, Motherhood feelings, Motherhood lessons

Life

Yes, I’m a mom and I put my sex life first

Recognizing our needs is the first step to reclaiming what we want.

October 31, 2018

Love and marriage, Love habits, Mama, Marriage, Marriage after baby, Motherhood, Positive parenting, Relationships

Taxes

Is preschool tuition tax-deductible?

The answer to the tax question on every preschooler-parent's mind is here.

June 24, 2020

Finances, Preschool and beyond

Motherly Stories

If your kids act differently with you than dad, you’re not imagining it

In your presence, your child feels an emotional security that allows them to be vulnerable, unguarded and exposed.

June 22, 2022

Discipline, Essays, Maddox, Parenting advice, Tantrums

Life

You’re growing so fast my baby, I wish I could slow down time

You just keep getting bigger, doing more, needing me less.

December 5, 2019

Babies grow so fast, My baby is growing up so fast

First Trimester

9 essential questions to ask during your first prenatal visit

From 'Who will deliver me?' to 'Can I keep exercising?', write these down.

March 2, 2024

8 weeks, Health

Community & Friendship

To my pregnant best friend—you’re going to be an amazing mama

I know you’re worried. I know you’re scared. But you know what I know? You’ve got this.

January 23, 2019

17 weeks, Essay, Friendship, Motherhood, Positive parenting

Life

Yelling at your child happens—what you do after is what counts, mama

If we don't do anything about the guilt it can eat away at us.

May 29, 2019

Guilt, Positive parenting, Self-care, Yelling at your child

Work & Motherhood

6 lies I believed about going from stay-at-home to working mom

#3: That my kids would feel neglected.

June 22, 2021

Essays, Working mom

News

Mom’s brilliant hack for picky eaters has TikTok cheering—and parents taking notes

"Welcome to my new series that I just made up making my picky eater of a son make all of his own food."

January 29, 2025

Tiktok, Tiktok mom, Tiktok viral, Viral, Viral hack, Viral mom, Viral tiktok

News

Horizon Organic milk recall: 19,000+ cases pulled

Horizon Organic Dairy has initiated a voluntary recall of specific batches of its Shelf-Stable (Aseptic) Plain Whole Milk 8-ounce cartons due to potential premature spoilage.

January 29, 2025

Horizon milk, Horizon organic milk, Product recall

Child

What makes middle children so special? New study finally has an answer

Does your place in the family shape your personality? A new large-scale study explores how birth order and family size may play a role.

January 28, 2025

Child, Kids, Middle child, Middle children

News

Mom pleads ‘don’t tell me the gender,’ but doctor reveals it anyway—sparking online debate

In a viral TikTok that has parents everywhere talking, user @alsheahan shared her unexpected—and unwanted—gender reveal moment.

January 28, 2025

Gender reveal, Gender reveal gone wrong, Viral, Viral mom, Viral post, Viral story, Viral tiktok, Viral tiktok mom, Viral tiktok post

News

‘This is equal custody’: Viral video captures heartbreaking co-parenting moment

A recent TikTok video of a little girl's emotional reunion with her mom has captured the hearts of millions.

January 28, 2025

Co-parenting, Tiktok, Tiktok mom, Viral content, Viral mom, Viral post, Viral story, Viral tiktok, Viral tiktok mom

News

The soap dispenser experiment: a window into the invisible mental load of motherhood

On TikTok, creator @theearlybirdhasanxiety posted a video that’s as relatable as it is maddening: a soap dispenser sitting empty for a week.

January 27, 2025

Mental load, Mental load of motherhood, Motherhood, Tiktok, Tiktok mom, Tiktok post, Tiktok story, Viral mom, Viral news, Viral post

News

‘She carried what?!’ 16-month-old toddler surprises parents with adorable strength

Move over, superheroes—TikTok’s new favorite toddler just stole the spotlight with her surprising strength and heartwarming determination.

January 27, 2025

Tiktok, Tiktok baby, Tiktok mom, Tiktok video, Tiktok viral, Viral, Viral baby, Viral mom, Viral story, Viral tiktok

News

Mom picks up ‘sick’ 5-year-old daughter from school—what happened next left her speechless

The clip shows the little performer using a TV remote as a microphone to belt out "APT" at top volume—stomach ache mysteriously nowhere to be found.

January 27, 2025

Instagram, Instagram reel, Viral instagram, Viral instagram post, Viral mom, Viral post, Viral story, Viral video

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