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When I walked into my six-week checkup following the birth of my second child, I was a wreck. I was underslept and overtouched—like all...
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Why Is My Toddler Humping Stuffed Animals? What Parents Should Know
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The Cornell 7 and raising boys in a world filled with casual cruelty
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Stephanie Roberson’s second pregnancy was completely normal: Every ultrasound was fine, and all of her test results were good. Then, as she lay down...
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It’s 7:40, the bus comes at 7:52, and one shoe is missing. You’ve asked about the backpack four times. Your kid is half-dressed on...
Living
Soooo…here’s something kind of cool: the brother of one of our very dear friends happens to be running for Congress. My buddy, Joe, grew...
Raising Kids
I’ll never forget the day my seventh grader got off the school bus with his head hung, walking at a snail’s pace up to...
Pregnancy
Nobody told me back labor was a thing. Not really, anyway. Not until I was 20 weeks pregnant, sitting across from a friend at...
Pregnancy
Swelling is a common occurrence during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester. “Edema can be caused by the retention of sodium and water and...
Pregnancy
When I was pregnant one of my biggest fears was having a c-section – at least unless it was going to be a French...
Health
Over the past year or so I’ve thought more about protein than in my previous 43 combined. Where women used to count calories, we’re...
Health
I pick up the phone to check a notification, and 20 minutes later I’ve scrolled a mile into my Instagram feed, and I can’t...
Health
Having a baby in America is more dangerous than in any other wealthy country, and the danger doesn’t end in the delivery room. Pregnancy-related...
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The transition from the unstructured freedom of summer to the rigid demands of a new school year is rarely seamless. Many parents find that...
Raising Kids
If your toddler has suddenly started rubbing or humping a stuffed animal, pillow, toy, or piece of furniture, you may be wondering whether you...
Raising Kids
Why a Potty Training Travel Kit Is Every Mom’s Secret Weapon A potty training travel kit is exactly what it sounds like — a...
Raising Kids
Why is my toddler humping stuffed animals? Learn why this behavior can be normal, how to respond calmly, and when to talk to a...
Raising Kids
At this point, tens of thousands of words have been spilled about the Cornell 7, the group of seven fraternity brothers at Cornell University...
Raising Kids
Lauki Palak Soup for Babies & Kids | Healthy Soup Recipe is a simple, nutritious, and wholesome soup made with bottle gourd (lauki) and...
Raising Kids
Looking for a fun and colourful snack that your little one will enjoy? These Beetroot Suji Balls Recipe | Healthy Snack for Kids &...
Living
Gang, it’s time. After years of struggling with various perimenopause symptoms (hot flashes, insomnia, the occasional panic attack), I’ve noticed a distinct trend: these...
Raising Kids
Kids are always craving pizzas, but regular pizzas made with refined flour and loaded with processed ingredients aren’t the healthiest choice for growing children....
Living
Effective Decluttering Strategies for Time-Pressed Mothers For mothers balancing endless to-do lists, finding the time to overhaul a home can feel impossible. However, implementing...
Living
Essential College Dorm Checklist: How to Pack Light and Smart Determining what your college student truly needs for their first dorm room is one...
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This article is sponsored by Florastor. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Motherly and mamas. We all know that back-to-school season is...
Parenting
While often viewed as extracurricular activities, the arts and music are essential components of a well-rounded education. These subjects play a vital role in...
