motherhood

My daughter only wants Daddy and—I have to admit—it hurts a little

There is plenty of love to go around in our house. But when she runs around me to get to my husband when we come home from a date night, it stings.

As I look back on new motherhood, here’s what I wish I knew then

Oh, what I wouldn't give for a tiny incident of a kindergartener packing a bag and stomping off in a tantrum.

Being a #girlmom has been an eye-opening experience for me

Being your mother has shown me the immense power of women.

Dear sensitive mama—your empathy is what makes you so strong

You feel everything so deeply, so it's hard not to notice. You wear your heart on your sleeve about almost everything.

Motherhood is: Waiting for my child to fall asleep

During the waiting, time changes shape. I can wait for half an hour and think it's been five minutes, and it happens the other way around too. I always feel like I should be using my time more productively, but I'm afraid to make a sound and I can't focus on anything anyways.

From one sleep-deprived mama to another, please rest

While sometimes it can feel selfish or even indulgent to take time for ourselves, no one wants a sad, broken mama. We need to take time to do the things that heal us.

Jacinda Ardern bringing her baby to the UN is an important milestone for all mothers

Working parents are stronger when their working environments allow them to be whole people. Sometimes, that means a baby is coming to a meeting. Even if it's at the UN.

All the things Mr. Rogers taught us that we need to keep learning

"I know how tough it is some days to look with hope and confidence on the months and years ahead," he said in his farewell broadcast. "But I would like to tell you what I often told you when you were much younger. I like you just the way you are."

20 wise life lessons from Mr. Rogers

15. "You've made this day a special day by just your being you. There's no person in the whole world like you. And I like you just the way you are."

Have 3 kids? Here’s why I think you’re lucky

As soon as our third was born, I felt the freedom let go and be satisfied with just doing my best.

When I’m having a rough day there’s only one person who can make it better

Spoiler alert: My mom.

13 things parents should *not* do if they’ve been up all night with the baby

2. Cook anything other than toast

I never planned to be a SAHM—to be honest, I’m still adjusting

I wasn't sure how to accept and make sense of my new identity.

What goes through my mind when another parent says ‘just wait until…’

If I spent all my time dreading the "wait untils" or worrying about the next difficult thing around the corner, when would I have time to enjoy all the wonderful, amazing, incredible things that a child brings to a parent's life?

Can I be honest? Sometimes, I envy other moms

An open letter from both sides.

I have prepared for Coronavirus to the best of my ability—but I’m still anxious

Today, our neighborhood was affected by the Columbia Gas explosions in Massachusetts—and I keep replaying the last few hours in my head over and over. Today was one of those unimaginable days that then become a reality.

When I became a mom, I finally understood how love gets passed down through generations

I realized that a mother, no matter her age or the age of her children, always puts her baby first. Always.

20 surprising high-paying jobs you can do from home, mama

Check 'em out.

I’m not going “backwards” by choosing to stay home with my kids

I cried as my four-month maternity leave drew to a close. I resented the fact that I had to choose between my job and a tiny being who needed me.

Legit ways to get free baby items—from diapers to formula 🙌

Your doctor's office is one surprising resource.