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a mother finding a way to reconnect with yourself during motherhood

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.

mother hugging daughter - comparison trap in motherhood

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.

mom whose child is crying - why moms shouldn't apologize for kids

Stop apologizing for your kids

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

mom speaking to daughter encouraging her to embrace differences

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?

mom snuggling with daughters hoping she's setting them up for success

To the mamas who just want to raise ‘good’ kids

As a parent educator and parenting coach, here are a few things I’ve learned (and recommend to the parents I work with) to help set your children up for success. 

mom letting child help with chores at home

What I learned when I let my kids help around the house

It's hard, but letting your kids help around the house brings big benefits—for everyone.

woman journaling to craft a gratitude practice that helps with the stress of being a mom

My kids were feeding off my negative energy—and I knew it had to stop

Here's how I crafted an effective gratitude practice to feel more connected to my family.

mother hugging daughter outside - talking to kids about fentanyl

How to talk to kids about fentanyl—from parents who have experienced its devastation

After losing their son Charlie, Mary and Ed Ternan made it their mission to inform young people and their families about the dangers of fentanyl and, increasingly, other chemicals in the drug supply.

mother smiling with son celebrating his birthday party without goodie bags

A case for retiring the birthday party goodie bag

I love to throw birthday parties but continue to wonder, are goodie bags really worth it for moms already stretched so thin?

mom writing in her journal using productivity hacks to get things done

5 productivity hacks to make you feel more energized and organized

Here are five productivity tips to help you move forward in your career—or at the very least, streamline your days so you’ll feel more energized and organized.

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My daughter is 10—the average age children receive a smartphone

The Wait Until 8th founder shares her reasons for starting the pledge to delay smartphones until at least 13.

mom looking at phone using iPhone photography tips

4 iPhone photography tips from a photographer mom

Taking better photos of your kids just got easier with these iPhone hacks.

first time mom smiling at pregnant belly

The one thing pregnant women forget to do: get excited

"But while my mind was busy turning over the possibilities of pitocin and episiotomies, I forgot to get excited."

mom talking to son on bed - how to talk to kids about periods

How to talk to kids about periods: An age-by-age guide

Open and honest conversations about periods are essential for kids of all genders.

children doing independent play

5 ways to support your toddler’s independent play

"Just like any other muscle, teaching your child to play independently takes time and opportunity to stretch in order for it to develop."

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