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12 heartwarming Valentine’s Day movies for kids that they’ll love

An age-by-age guide to some sweet flicks.

My husband and I found a new, unexpected way to bond: our 2022 budget

The couple who budgets together, stays together.

20 love-filled baby names for your little Valentine

These love-inspired names are uber special.

How to tell if your child has a feeding problem—and what to do next

Knowing what to look for can help you find the right solution, mama.

Confession: I’m a dietitian and feeding my daughter is a struggle

As a dietitian, I teach other parents how to feed their own kiddos. And yet, I couldn't even get my own daughter to try a new food, let alone accept it.

The best books of 2022

Dust off that bookshelf and get ready to order this past year's most-loved books!

10 lunch ideas for kids that save money

Put those leftovers to work!

My epidural worked *too* well—here’s what I wish I knew

I had a panic attack while in labor, but now I know what to ask for next time.

I was not in love with my baby right away

I needed time to get to know him.

The parents’ guide to creating a will

If your family doesn't have this important legal document in place yet, check out our guide.

You don’t know what love is before you have kids

I never knew that I could love someone so much before having kids.

The 20 best and buzziest books of 2021 for moms

These all deserve a spot on your bookshelf.

Dear middle child: You fill a special spot in my heart

Please know that I see you, my little love, even on those days when my eyes are drawn to your brother or sister because they are a little more vocal, or require my immediate attention.

I’m a climate scientist: Here’s how climate change directly impacts mothers and babies

We must confront the truth about how climate change harms pregnant women. 

How to get your family—even little kids!— to start volunteering

An age-by-age guide for appropriate activities, plus of ideas to give back.

These 14 powerful books about Martin Luther King Jr. will inspire kids of all ages

Teach, honor, and celebrate the legacy of a man whose message of justice and peace is one we want our kids to remember.

50 unique baby names based on plants that will grow with your little beanstalk

Encourage your baby to learn about nature from the very start.

Cozy winter-inspired baby names for your little polar bear

Celebrate the season of snowy days, holidays and light.

Breastfeeding helped me love and appreciate my body—finally

What once crippled me, now empowers me.

An age-appropriate guide for how to talk to your kids about school shootings

As with any difficult topic, listening is important, too.