Wishing Your Teen Could Still Be a Baby is Actually Really Hurtful
It's not easy being a teenager. As parents, we have to be mindful of the way they interpret things we say.
Not Perfect, Not Broken: Parenting Through the Fog of Depression
I want my kids to remember the love I have for them when the fog is lifted. The mother who will always be there for them and always love them.
10 Life Lessons From the "Star Wars" Galaxy
Along with excitement and amazing visuals, the adventures of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Han Solo provide great teachable moments to share with kids.
Pregnancy's Unexpected Gift: Freedom From Migraine Pain
Pregnancy can affect a woman's body in countless ways. For some, the change in hormones can bring relief from chronic migraines.
Witness to a Meltdown: There Is a Way to Help
When another parent is struggling, it's hard not to look away and leave them to battle it out alone. But sometimes lending a hand makes all the difference.
How Mommy Bloggers Can Overcome the "So What?" Problem
Personal narratives are interesting only when they're presented as part of a broader perspective.
Does My Teen Need Therapy? 7 Signs From a Psychotherapist
It can be difficult to know when your teen is working through issues in a healthy way or when they might need the help of an expert.
More Than a Gift: Heirloom Inspirations For Your Next Baby Shower
Ideas to inspire venturing off-script from traditional registries to find that heirloom-worthy gift that will be treasured for its story.
Stepping Out With Twins? Pretend You re a Kardashian!
Multiples are more commonplace than ever these days, but for some reason, when people see them, they act like they've experienced a celebrity sighting.
I Thought I Was a Guaranteed Natural But Parenting Is Hard
Parenthood is something that we grow into, and if we ever feel as if we're making it up as we go along...? Well, we are.
Instead of finding ways to protect our kids from disappointment, we should be using that time to teach them coping skills and how to learn from it.
How the Village Can Help Most When You're Parenting Tweens and Teens
The "it takes a village" concept doesn't end with diapers. It can play a very important role in raising tweens and teens as well.
You Don't Know Why I'm Bottle-Feeding My Baby
Breast is best. We know that. With all the campaigns, advertisements, and leaflets, it’s difficult not to know the benefits. But not every mother can.
Learning to Parent Without You: A Letter to My Late Mom
The entire family was crowded into the living room of that rental house on the shore. It was you and dad, the six of us kids and our spouses, and several of the older grandkids. We sat on old couch...
Reluctant KonMari: What I Gained From Losing My Books
If the only purpose the dusty top shelf books serve is to make me look smart, perhaps I need to focus elsewhere.
5 Simple Things Moms Can Do to Care for Themselves
You're already flush with things to do. But these non-negotiables will make everything better. Promise.
Kid Made Recipe: Sweet and Spicy Baked Samosas
https://www.facebook.com/HelloParentCo/videos/1784724938461537/ Check out more Kid Made videos on Facebook! Homemade samosas for dinner? Oh yes. With a kid sous chef, and our time saving trick (...
Who Knew We All Should WANT to be Pond Scum...
There’s more to pond scum than meets the eye. Blackburn is famous for her work on telomeres—the chromosome-capping entities that protect genetic material as it replicates. Telomeres wear down over...
4 Reasons You Should Absolutely Get That Minivan
Go ahead, you know you want to. We hereby give you permission to get that minivan. Yes, we know you said you’d never get one.
When Your Spouse Travels for Work: A Supermom Survival Kit
Taking on the role of solo parent while your spouse is out of town is not always easy, but there are a few things you can do to ease the burden.
Yes, fine. They're three times the work, and three times the cuteness, but what else triples with triplets?
8 Research-Backed Ways Parents Can Fight Childhood Obesity
According to the CDC, we are in the midst of a childhood obesity crisis. However, there are plenty of things that parents can do to help turn it around.
Rejected by My Teen in the City of Lights
As parents, we can share what we love and what we’ve learned, but our children are free to accept or decline our offerings.
The Struggle: Cravings Meet The Third Trimester Belly
Oh, the struggle of that third trimester belly. So full, so round, so in the way. Trying to sleep? Ha! Baby’s ready to party. Trying to climb stairs? Cool. You’ll need a break halfway up. Trying...