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Dear new mama: I wish you could see what I see

I did not like who I saw when I was a new mom. I didn’t know this woman yet. I didn’t accept her.

The joys and frustrations of non-native bilingual parenting

Bilingual parenting as a non-native speaker can also be a complicated and difficult journey at times, as many other bilingual families and experts can attest.

My toddler inspired me to live life differently

Toddlers can be inspiring—here are just a few reasons why.

Growing up without a father affected my parenting style

The only way for me to fix it was to heal and find a healthy balance.

Why every working mother needs a coach

While there are countless resources for how to become a mom and care for baby, there are far fewer resources on how to become a working mom. Where’s the return-to-work doula, so to speak?

3 ways to reconnect with yourself in motherhood, according to a therapist

For busy moms, what is really needed to practice self-care and self-connection are ways to bring this practice into what they are already doing so it’s not just one extra thing to add to an already-impossible to-do list.

I’m traveling the country to honor my dad who didn’t feel safe to do so

I am seeing our country the way I wish my dad could have seen and experienced it.

 A letter to the mom dealing with a public tantrum

The next time you think a parent has it all together, this is a refreshing reminder that no one does. 

I’m drowning in childcare logistics—and I know I’m not alone

I was officially harried, hurried and ungrounded.

I’m not a picture-perfect mother and that’s OK

I let go of my idea of what new motherhood should look like and it made me a happier mom.

PCOS and anxiety are often linked. An expert shares what to know

Women with PCOS are more likely to have anxiety and depression than those without the condition. Here’s what to know about the link and how to find support.

How do you teach kids about hope?

Research shows hope is the antidote to depression, anxiety and loneliness. An expert shares 5 habits to help boost kids’ mental health.

Is everyone else a better parent than me?

The comparison trap in motherhood can make you feel like you’re failing. But experts say with the right guidelines, a little social comparison can be a good thing.

Finding my meaning as a SAHM

Before I became a SAHM, I used to know the exact meaning of the word success.

Stop apologizing for your kids

Kids will act out and exhibit age-appropriate behavior and this is nothing to apologize for.

To my C-section scar: I hate you and I love you

I wish I hadn’t needed you, but I am thankful for you.

Yes, parenting is yoga

“We are practicing yoga every time we remember to take a deep breath during our child’s meltdown.”

5 tips for raising a puppy with kids, according to a professional dog trainer

Create a more enjoyable experience for your family and successfully navigate the puppy stage with these tried-and-true tips.

The benefits of encouraging kids to embrace their differences

What if we taught our kids to look at their differences as a strength instead of a weakness?

5 easy yet effective postpartum strength-training exercises

Rebuilding and returning to fitness is a journey. Here's where to start.