In your social circle, do you have that Karen or that set of parents who seem to be know-it-alls or can be super judgy at times? Or maybe the ones who seem to always have it together, so perfect...
Editor's Note: This is the first in a series on toxic masculinity. If you have questions or advice please comment below.
We’ve all heard the phrase “toxic masculinity.” Most of us have experienced some form of it, or maybe even...
When I got my first COVID-19 vaccine dose this year, I almost cried. The end of concepts like “social-distancing” and “Zoom” everything seemed to be in sight. Still, I couldn’t wait for the news about the eligibility of my...
In recent years, fall has become so much more than pumpkin patches and apple picking for our family. I mean, we do that too.
On the importance of family tradition.
As a second-generation Mexican American, I am always looking for ways...
Grandparents Day is Sunday, September 8. We all know parenting is difficult. The surgeon general warns parenting can be hazardous to your health. Nearly half of parents are so stressed that they struggle to function, according to Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's new report....
As a mother of a daughter with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), I know firsthand the difficulties and frustrations that parents face when their kids are diagnosed with this cruel condition. As a clinician who specializes in OCD, I know...
I sat down with our resident sleep expert, Dr. Sarah Mitchell, in our most recent Facebook Live to talk about newborn sleep. In our 25 minute discussion, we focused on the littlest of babies, ages 0 to 8 weeks...
The bond of breastfeeding is powerful, but few moms realize it’s also their child’s very first dental treatment. Every suck, swallow, and breath at the breast is shaping how your baby’s mouth develops—from the width of their jaw to...
Every mom of a toddler knows that meltdowns happen. When our little people come face to face with their big feelings, let’s just say everyone has a hard time. I have a few new tricks and tips for you...
As the "back to school" routine started this week, I knew I needed to tackle the "afternoon pick-up snack" issue.
My toddlers in daycare are always starving when I pick them up. Traffic exasperates the ride home, and they are...
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