October, known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is when the world is awash in shades of pink, symbolizing support for breast cancer patients, survivors, and ongoing research. The iconic pink ribbon, often prominently displayed by countless brands and organizations,...
After months of a self-imposed sabbatical from writing, I'm back, hungry for dialogue that isn't work-related. I am writing about something all too common for us moms: being sick. Moms are not permitted to be sick. We are expected...
Why is washing your face in the shower so wrong? It makes less of a mess, and it’s super convenient.
There are a few reasons why washing your face in the shower is frowned upon. After reading the following information,...
Editor’s Note: This video is part of the ongoing allergy series in partnership with Columbia Allergy. To learn more about allergies, eczema, and related topics, please refer to our Allergy Guide!
Smooth like a baby's skin. We've all heard this phase. We've also...
Like many young girls, growing up there were a myriad of topics we simply did not talk about. Periods, sex, mental health… If these things came up, they were lightly brushed away with nothing more than a hushed tone...
Mold growth can occur in any home, at any time, and drastically affect indoor air quality. It’s a bit puzzling why society hasn’t focused more on creating better mold awareness, which is why it’s up to us to form...
Smooth like a baby's skin. We've all heard this phase. We've also heard the pitch from brands targeting parents, that their products are suitable for the baby's sensitive skin. More often than not, our babies' skin is silky soft,...
As the use of recreational cannabis increases in many states, the education on safe consumption helps destigmatize stereotypes, and the conversation around marijuana use in general grows. One survey commissioned by Yahoo News and the Marist Poll found that...
As a parent, you know that children can experience a rollercoaster of emotions. You’ve watched them throw an epic tantrum, then start playing happily only moments later. The emotional ups and downs are part of growing up, after all.
However,...
Editors Note: The California Partners Project conducted a statewide listening tour with California mothers, parents, and caregivers to understand how they navigated the integration of technology and devices into most aspects of their children’s lives. These evolving toolkits and...
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Blood Donors Needed to Save Lives and Honor Moms
Every year, about 219,000 units of blood and platelets are needed to help patients experiencing women’s health issues including about 1 of every 83...
