Parenting

Mothers don’t breastfeed for so many reasons—and it’s time to stop judging them

We simply do not know other people's stories, and to judge them for making decisions that are different than our own is not only unfair, it's mean.

My child is having a boring summer and he loves it

Mostly he putters around the yard, plays with the hose, finds toads and bugs and locust shells and cool rocks, shimmys up the door frames, attempts to dismantle the house, and, admittedly, has way too much screen time. In other words, the same kind of summers I had as a kid.

9 things to do in baby’s first 24 hours to boost breastfeeding success

These expert lactation tips can help boost milk supply and jumpstart the breastfeeding process.

The best noise-cancelling headphones to protect baby’s hearing

From fireworks to vacuum cleaners, these will keep little ones safe, happy (and maybe even asleep!)

To the mamas who are ‘touched out’—I see you

If you've ever felt like you couldn't take one more minute of physical contact—even from the people you love most—this one's for you.

Sharing a bed with your baby doesn’t boost ‘attachment,’ study says

You might be worried that if you don't share a bed with your baby, you won't bond. This study says you don't have to worry about that, mama.

Mom who gave birth at Miami airport gives baby the perfect name

The mom was scheduled to make a connecting flight, but had a bit of a delay.

Emotional mom drops baby off for first day of daycare after pandemic in viral TikTok

It's so hard to drop your baby off at daycare for the first time, especially after 16 months at home with them.

10 real truths about the Fourth Trimester, mama

2. You are not going to enjoy every minute, and that's okay.

11 summer toy deals to snag on Amazon Prime Day

Because what's a backyard without a (discounted) bounce house?

Did I love you enough today?

In the moment, the chaos is so real, but when it's over, it's over and I just want to wake you up and say, "HEY! You did good today, kid."

How to keep your kids interested in learning this summer

Good news, mama: Avoiding the "summer slide" can be fun for everyone!

6 ways to stop being hard on yourself as a parent

When you hear that inner mom-guilt voice whisper, "you're not good enough," here's what to say to yourself instead.

Bindi Irwin gets candid about breastfeeding: ‘It’s a learning curve’

The new mom to 11-week-old baby Grace Warrior talks about being supportive no matter how mamas choose to feed their babies.

Singing to your baby is great for their brain development, says new study

And it doesn’t even matter if you’re off-key. 

4 parenting lessons I learned from my awesome dad

My dad, Bill, is an interesting character. He’s a Wisconsonian who wears…

Best summer sensory activities for babies & toddlers

Water tables, sensory bins and tummy time on a blanket in the shade can greatly benefit your child's development.

It’s science: Vacations make your kids happy long after they’re over

Whether you're planning a quick trip to the lake or flying the fam to a resort, the results are the same: A happier, more connected family.

7 positive phrases to boost your toddler’s brain development

"Let's turn off the iPad and read a book together. Will you turn the pages?"

Why unstructured play is critical for brain development

Critical and oh-so-fun—here are 5 reasons to let kids loose and watch them learn.