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Mom of 3 shares the unexpected words from a stranger that brought her to tears

Motherhood is a wild, beautiful, and sometimes frustrating ride, and, like many…

News

91% of moms say parenthood is more fulfilling than they ever imagined

Peanut’s new survey is part of a broader effort to shift the parenting narrative.

Life

I want to be “Mama” forever

I still remember the first time my adopted daughter called me "Mama." Now I don't want to give it up.

Grandparents & Extended Families

Grandma + grandpa: Go ahead, spoil my kids this Christmas

When my kids receive a gift from their grandparent, it's the grandparents I watch, not my kids. When the presents produce squeals from the kids' mouths, I can't escape the glint in my parents' eyes. Who am I to stop that?

Life

How to find the joy, mama

Spend some time, every single day, gifting yourself quality time. Not at the expense of your children or family, but to recharge + value your wellbeing. 

Life

I thought I knew all there was to motherhood—then I had my second child

It takes time to find a new normal.

Life

5 overlooked joys my toddler has taught me to appreciate

Your toddler’s perspective can be eye-opening.