Mom Tips

My husband works a job that often requires more than 40 hours a week. Most weeks, it’s 50. He also has a seasonal side hustle that lasts about 5 months out of the year. Needless to say, he’s gone a lot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before you spend tons of money on testing and procedures to increase your chances of getting pregnant, you may want to first consider looking for less invasive ways to boost your fertility on your own. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deciding on just the right name to give your newborn can be daunting. But if you decide to go with a family name, the challenge becomes about selecting a combination that will prove meaningful to you — not to mention that owning this piece of history can help instill deep family values in your child. But how do you choose which name to use?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

Long before I ever became a mom, I made a promise to myself: I would never speak negatively about my body in front of my kids. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many mothers either have to work from home out of necessity or are choosing to do so. For the moms heading into this new way of life, there are ways to make it work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many people who have given birth have been cautioned about the risks and signs that come with preeclampsia during their pregnancy. But what we don’t talk about enough is postpartum preeclampsia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Few events can make you reassess your life like having a baby. Suddenly, all of the choices you make are doubly important, because someone special is counting on you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcoming a baby into the world is a significant change. Many soon-to-be parents spend hours scouring the internet, talking to friends, and reading all the information they feel they should know before their baby enters the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I firmly believe that first and foremost, a baby shower helps a new or hopeful adoptive parent feel like a "real" parent. Adoptive moms often feel different or othered among other moms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the past five years, there has been a sharp rise in egg freezing — in fact, in 2018, the percentage of women freezing their eggs more than doubled. Having this option in your reproductive toolbox is great, but it can’t be ignored how much cost plays a factor here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stimming may sound unfamiliar to you, but it’s a behavior everyone engages in sometimes — like biting your cuticles or bouncing your leg when you’re feeling on edge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Third babies tend to be the wild card. So, although I felt like a somewhat seasoned mother after two babies, I tried my best to prepare for, well, the unknown. It was my postpartum experience that brought about the biggest surprise though: a postpartum vulvar hematoma. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you envision your first outing with your baby, you might have a slight panic attack — how in the world will I stuff the nursery into a diaper bag? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a parent, the internet can be a pretty scary place — but as long as you have a clear understanding of the sites they're using and can set boundaries right away that you and your child agree on, internet safety is easier than it looks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Family trips can create lasting memories –– but what kind of memories go down when you’re traveling with a high-energy toddler? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fish and shellfish are considered two of the top nine allergens. The latest data shows that feeding babies as young as four months old allergenic foods – and feeding these foods frequently – can significantly reduce your child’s risk of developing an allergy.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My husband does quite a few things that drive me crazy. But at the same time, he also does quite a few things that continually amaze me — especially when it comes to being a father to our daughters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The American Academy of Pediatrics is issuing a stern warning about newborn weighted sleep sacks after a study revealed the sleep products could cause a decrease in oxygen levels as chest load increased. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s no doubt some summer learning isn’t a bad thing, but with all we’re facing as parents, is informal summer school what we should prioritize doing with our kids? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Though it's not often talked about, many great couples make terrible sleeping partners. Different temperature preferences, nighttime waking, snoring, and a host of other challenges can all leave partners grumpy in the morning. Here are some common sleep problems couples face and tips on how to resolve them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've heard it time and again, "breakfast is the most important meal of the day." But, is it, really? Just as individual nutrition needs vary, the need to eat breakfast every morning can also vary by individual. With that in mind, check out these healthy breakfast ideas that will keep you feeling full and energized. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The controversial idea of “default parents” has once again been trending on TikTok, with more moms opening up about the burnout they're experiencing.  But now, licensed therapist and Doctor of Psychology Amber Thornton of The Balanced Working Mama is confirming that "Default Parent Syndrome" is not only real but a legitimate issue for moms all over the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

July is BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month and when it comes to mental health, the disparities among BIPOC individuals are staggering.  Here is what you need to know about the percentages of BIPOC individuals suffering from mental health issues, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Planning a kid’s birthday party can certainly be daunting but it doesn’t have to be when you can set up right outside your home. Rent an RV and host a kids' slumber party right in your driveway for an unforgettable birthday. If you’re on the fence, here are five reasons why you should host a kids' RV slumber party.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether you're pregnant now or just in the mood to watch something that affirms your own pregnancy journey, these movies about pregnancy are some of the best around. Although not all of them may be the most relatable to you, they are all entertaining to watch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.