mindfulness

Science confirms having more than two kids can be hard on your brain

Having three or more children is equivalent to an additional 6.2 years of aging.

Girl Scouts honors Uvalde victim Amerie Jo Garza in the most beautiful way

The Girl Scouts of the USA said in a statement Tuesday it had awarded Amerie the rare Bronze Cross.

To my father: Thank you for showing me what to look for in a man

When I look at my husband, I see the same similarities of a devoted father and husband. Of a man who would do anything for his family despite the unpleasantries that life may throw his way.

To all the moms hurting right now: Please give yourself permission to grieve

There is collective power in our grieving hearts right now; let’s normalize not feeling normal.

10 ways you can channel your grief and rage into action—right now

If you want to feel a little less helpless and a little more hopeful, here's a list for you.

How night weaning saved my sanity

At times I found myself mourning the loss of being a fountain of endless comfort and nourishment for my son. In my heart and in my weary mama bones, I knew that we were on the right path—a path towards sustainable motherhood. 

Why you should think before complimenting a new mom on her weight loss

I weigh less than pre-pregnancy, yet I am the most unhappy I’ve been in years.

Celebrating your first birthday as a mom: Why turning one is a big deal for mamas

Because you made it, mama. One year down the long road of motherhood. And many, many more to go.

The Texas school shooting is a harsh reminder of the cruel world we are raising our children in

And that reality is heavy. It's unsettling. In so many ways, it's unfair.

The mental load of feeding a family is heavy—and moms often carry it

Organizing the family’s food is unrelenting. Like laundry, there’s no “getting caught up” in cooking.

As an Asian mom, here’s how I’m teaching my kid to be proud of their identity

It’s one thing to know that you’re Korean; it’s another thing to feel Korean.

The pandemic drastically increased rates of postpartum depression. Dr. Harvey Karp shares what could help mothers now

And it’s not just PPD rates that are rising: Postpartum anxiety and post-traumatic stress are up, too.

Yes my body has changed—but it’s not open for your comments

This is my “mom-bod." And I am beyond proud of it. After all, I played the part. So why not look it, too?

A love letter to my postpartum body

I am learning the language of loving you. Because after all, you made me a mother.

At my 6-week postpartum checkup, I lied to my doctor about my postpartum depression

As a physician myself, I knew that our healthcare system doesn’t adequately support mothers after childbirth. Here’s what helped me instead.

Reframing Mother’s Day: How an open adoption changed my views on motherhood

I know I am the most fortunate person in the fact that I gained a daughter and a co-mother, and they are both amazing people that I love. 

This mama’s heartfelt message about breastfeeding: “You don’t have to be a purist”

222: the number of days I breastfed this baby. And today, I didn’t.

One mama’s honest post about breastfeeding: “It sure didn’t feel worth it to me”

These are the reasons I will never try to override someone's struggles with the idea that it might get better or one day might be worth it. Because in the moment, it sure doesn’t feel like it.

One mama’s moving post about bounce-back culture: “We’re growing forward”

Slowly. And giving ourselves the patience and grace that we deserve along the way.

The Sunday Scaries can plague kids, too

Experts give advice on how to help your child cope.