Meditations from The Motherly Guide to Becoming Mama: Redefining the Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Journey

A 25-year-old woman went into labor around 11:30 a.m. on a southbound W train.

“You guys have had a lasting impact on me. I’m not going to forget it.”

"Instead of the physical and emotional changes you go through in puberty, matrescence is about the physical and emotional changes you go through after the birth of your child."

It’s hard to watch your baby hitting new milestones without wondering if this is your last baby and the last milestone.

This story highlights not only the challenges of IVF but also the resilience of families navigating the unthinkable.

Researchers found that a simple, gradual exposure to peanuts helped children with peanut allergies build tolerance.

A routine flight took an unforgettable turn when a mom went into labor mid-air—leading to a remarkable team effort at 30,000 feet.

In response to the dwindling supply and escalating prices, several major grocery chains have implemented purchase limits on eggs.

“From a dad to a dad. Thank you for being the dad they need you to be regardless of who’s watching..."

“This sweet girl noticed I was overwhelmed at the nail salon and offered to hold baby girl so I could get my nails done..."

If this isn’t peak mom brain, we don’t know what is. But before we brush it off as forgetfulness, science suggests there’s more to it.

Hugging a stuffed animal or weighted plush can reduce cortisol levels and lower anxiety.

Instead of accepting this vague promise like previous generations of children, his daughter turns to Alexa and says, “Alexa, set a timer for one minute.”