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The Secret to Enjoying Motherhood and Not Just Surviving It

The Secret to Enjoying Motherhood and Not Just Surviving It

Motherhood is many things, but easy it is not. We're sharing the secret to enjoying all that is motherhood (the good AND the bad).

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A Good Working Mom Routine

It's challenging as a working mom to have your schedule set. Take a look at these tips to help you establish a good working mom routine.

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Mom Lessons: 6 Times I Got It Wrong as a New Mom

One mama outlines how motherhood is a journey full of mom lessons with no universal manual and instructions on how to do it “right."

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15 Celebrity Moms Who Unapologetically Formula-Fed

Learn about 15 celebrity moms who formula-fed unapologetically — and we love them for sharing their stories with the world.

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How to Achieve Work/Life Balance with Boundary-Setting

Get tips on achieving work/life balance by setting realistic boundaries you can keep at work and with friends and family.

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If you know a "boy mom," or are one, you'll probably understand why boy mamas don't like to be asked, "Are you trying for a girl?" Here's why

Surviving Three Under Four: Tips for Getting Out and About Without Losing Your Mind

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Leaving the house with kiddos in tow can be a chore. Here are some tips for getting out with multiple kids without losing your mind.

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3 Tips for Finding (or Making) More Time to Spend With Your Kids

Intentional parenting can be done with a little planning. Here are three tips for making more time in your day to spend with your kids.

Understanding My Middle Child

The Unique Challenge of Understanding My Middle Child

Birth order can affect how personality develops. One mom shares her experience with her unique and sometimes challenging middle child. Read on

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Celebrate Parenting Milestones With These Fun Ideas

Highlighting your baby's accomplishments is important. But learn why one mama thinks we should also celebrate parenting milestones!

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What to Do When Your Kids are Back to School and You’re Bored!

Kids going back to school? Find out how one mom handles her time now that she's bored, like fitting in a workout and helping her community.

How to Adjust From One to Two Kids

How to Adjust from One to Two Kids

A mom is sharing how she's been adjusting from one kid to two kids and what products and services have been helping her along the way.

Coping With Sleep Anxiety & Worries as a Mom

Coping With Sleep Anxiety and Worries as a Mom

An experienced mom shares what things helped her when she was dealing with worries and sleep anxiety as a new mom.

10 Things I Wish My Mom Had Told Me About Motherhood

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First time motherhood can take a lot of us by surprise. There are some things we wish mom would have warned us about.

5 Benefits of Having an Only Child

5 Benefits of Having an Only Child

Being an only child, or having only one baby, can get a bad rap. Here is a look at the benefits of being (and having) an only child.

Why I Love Family Bath Time (And You Should, Too!)

Why I Love Family Bath Time (And You Should, Too!)

Some people are just bath people. I happen to be one of them. And now that I'm a mom, family bath time is my favorite. Read why.

Living with Postpartum Depression

Living with Postpartum Depression: One Mom’s Story

A mom is sharing what it's like being diagnosed with postpartum depression so other mothers may realize they are not alone.

To Single Mothers On Father's Day

To Single Mothers On Father’s Day

Father's Day can be tough when you're a single mom. Find out what other single mothers recommend doing on this tough day.

The Mom Squad: Why I Love My Mom Friends

The Mom Squad: Why I Love My Mom Friends

Do you have a "Mom Squad" in place? Read on to find out why I love my mom friends so much, and some tips for dealing with "mean mommies!"

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Join me for a peek of what's in my purse, the toddler mom edition!

From Working Moms: 6 Reasons Why Moms Work

From Working Moms: 6 Reasons Why Moms Work

Women work for different reasons, & here are just a few of the many. Clearly this is just the tip of the iceberg on reasons why moms work.

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The Worst and Best Parenting Advice I Have Received

Everyone has an opinion. One mom shares the worst and best parenting advice she received. Some of this is downright hilarious!

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Making new mom friends can be harder than it was making friends as a child. Here are 8 easy ways to make mom friends and why you should care.

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The term "terrible twos," is named that for a reason. They're, undeniably, terrible. Here are 6 tips for surviving the terrible twos.

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A mom details her adoption journey.

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All moms should be able to put down the to-do list and pick up their babies.