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Caring for ourselves right now seems impossible—but it’s necessary

We are all in this together and collectively we will come out braver, kinder and more connected as a human species—forever.

No, wearing a mask is not ‘overreacting’ about coronavirus

Now that the surge has passed in NYC, wearing a mask doesn't feel like we're overreacting. In fact, quite the opposite.

My family has learned how to slow down—and we’re not going back

As the world as we knew it ground to a halt, life had a way of bringing everything into perspective.

Thank you Netflix, TikTok + Instacart for getting me through quarantine

True story: I learned the "I'm a Savage" dance in the bathroom at 2 am because I couldn't sleep.

Summer isn’t canceled

We only have 18 summers with our kids—we can't miss a single one.

Mother’s Day isn’t canceled

Yes, we should celebrate Mother's Day this year. Without a doubt. In fact, we should go all out—whatever that means to you.

The rollercoaster of emotions that is quarantining with kids

Even if someone has it worse, your pain during this pandemic is valid.

Here’s how to shop for groceries safely + without stress right now

Delivery spots are hard to snag right now. Here's how to shop safely if you have to go to the store.

Don’t forget to celebrate your friend whose baby shower just got canceled

A baby shower might not seem worthy enough of a loss to grieve over, but for me it is.

I let myself cry, but then I keep going

We cry because it's all too much. It's overwhelming. It's fast and furious. It's all so brand new. But, then, after we cry, we dry our eyes. We keep going.

Teachers, you deserve a raise

Oh, and do you take whipped cream on your latte? Because I promise—the next one is on me.

Our lives were so different just a few weeks ago

I know I need to pause and sit in my grief before I forge ahead.

To my only child as we live through this pandemic—you amaze me

Thank you for being such a champ during this challenging time.

Early intervention + coronavirus: What to do when your child’s speech delay services are interrupted

Worried about losing ground with a speech delay? Trust yourself, follow your child's lead, and keep a record.

This ‘love letter’ to the nurses who helped a med student​ battle COVID-19 is going viral

"When I was alone and terrified, these nurses became my family, seemingly taking care of me as they would their own children. From every 'Sweetheart, what can I do for you?' to every 'You're gonna get through this,' I felt their commitment and caring spirits."

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