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Mama

Working makes *me* such a better mom

I feel more balanced as a person because working helps me maintain my own identity.

How to be your child’s safe space

Rest matters because it frees our attention. When we don’t have to look for love, we can start to figure out who we are.

Fergie

Fergie on working mom guilt and dealing with ‘mommy shaming’ is ALL of us

“I remember going to the studio the first couple of times and sobbing in the car. It was the weirdest thing ever.”

From a Dock A Tot to babysitting—18 mamas share what they wish they registered for

“I wish I had registered for a manual! Lol.”—Meagan Nicole Puckett

Why routines are the key to a happy, thriving family

Routines eliminate power struggles, because you aren’t bossing them around—SOLD!

This new trend in toys is teaching kids empathy and kindness—and we love it

Parents and toy makers are into playthings that promote social skills, not just STEM skills.

Dear Mom, I’m sorry I hated your kisses

You see, after years of evading your affection, I finally get it Mom.

‘Play first, school second:’ how to parent like a Scandinavian

What Americans can learn from the Scandinavian approach to parenting.

13 celebrities on the magic of adoption

When mamas open their homes and hearts to an adopted child, their bond is just as thick as blood.

Why some days I don’t want to be thanked for my sacrifice (but please still thank me)

I am honored to sacrifice. But some days, I have craved home so deeply I could taste it.

The cure for grumpy mornings? Laughter

Wherever you are and whatever you are doing, you can use the power of words to get laughter going with your kids.

How to conquer potty training—at the right time

Here are some basic ways to determine potty training readiness.

You don’t have to suffer in silence

Talking about my miscarriage was healing.

Motherhood is: Constant reminders from one another that we’re not alone

When we see a fellow mama in that place, we need to remember to step up, step in, step out of our comfort zone… and be that mom.

10 times your kid’s ‘bad behavior’ isn’t actually bad

When your child cuts his own hair or makes a fort with freshly washed sheets, he's doing exactly what he's are supposed to be doing.

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