While physical distance may keep families apart during the holidays, these six creative ideas offer avenues to stay connected and create cherished memories.
By focusing on what truly matters, setting realistic expectations, and embracing the beauty of imperfection, you can create a season filled with warmth and joy.
Whether you're a stroller pro on a mission to upgrade your ride or a brand-new parent embarking on your first stroller adventure, we’ve got your back with the ultimate tips to turn that overwhelming feeling stroller shopping causes into a breeze.
“Whether dealing with infidelity, struggling to adjust from a couple to a family with young children, or growing apart from your significant other, it can feel lonely and overwhelming. With the proper support, though, it can feel a bit better. Here are some strategies to help alleviate the stress from marital distress.”
“There are plenty of perks to entrepreneurship, but entrepreneurs are faced with less than ideal options when it comes to maternity leave. As a business owner, deciding how to structure a maternity leave is a unique challenge. Here are 7 tips to help you prepare!”
“Always bet on yourself. Go for that title one level up. Research market rate salaries...then ask for $10k-15k more. If you won't advocate for yourself, no one else will.”
“Slowing down may take some getting used to; in fact, implementing the practice can be considered a form of exposure therapy. It’s essential to develop distress tolerance tools to get more comfortable with uncomfortable behaviors like setting boundaries.”
Learn more about the Chamber of Mothers, a collective movement on a mission to focus America’s priorities on mothers’ rights.
Surprisingly, seeking out your co-founder can be a lot like the dating world. Learn how Rebekah Bastian and Kt McBratney, Co-founders of OwnTrail, found each other.
“When you gaze at them from across the room, when they pop up on your digital frame, every time you open your phone, you're going to see those moments. You get to relive the laughs you had, the experience of being together that day, and there may even be a hint of sadness for the moment that has passed.”
Did you know as many as 1 in 8 couples experience infertility, and about 1 in every 5 recognized pregnancies can result in a loss? These are significant numbers. Here are some common phrases to avoid and some examples of what can also be helpful for a loved one experiencing infertility or pregnancy loss to hear.
Whether you're returning to your job following your leave or simply looking for a few tips on making pumping at work successful, these five tips will help you feel prepared before the big entrance back into the workforce.
“Imagine anger and rage as a soda bottle that we carry around with us. Throughout the day, little things are happening around us and often within us, leading to that bottle getting shaken up.”
“On our 59th day at home, my phone rang. I was furloughed from my full-time role for the entire summer. I cried out of both happiness and a sense of loss. It was bittersweet.”
These three options are plant-based, full of protein, and loaded with fiber to keep you fuller longer. And the best part? They are easy to prepare with 5-steps or less.
“Know being a mom is a process, and you are continually evolving. Try to focus on how your new identity makes you an even better person…”
In these chaotic, pandemic times where our bedrooms double as our workspaces, our children become our mini co-workers, and so many of our life-giving activities have been pulled from us, do not allow the pace at which your child is meeting milestones to cause you to lose sleep at night.
“We can combat anti-racism and promote social justice by educating ourselves and our youth about other cultures. Books can help start these conversations. Books can be one of the first moments a child recognizes the differences, similarities, struggles, and triumphs…”
Looking for creative and fun ways to explain to your littles what mommy does all day? Here is a list of 8 books that highlight the many roles of a mom.
After months of working and living side-by-side, many of us have lost the desire to do little more than grunt as we pass one another in the hallway. But fear not! Sheina Schochet, a NYC Licensed Mental Health Counselor, shares 10 tips for fostering intimacy and connection.
"A lot of mothers don't talk about birth or postpartum because it's a vulnerable topic. It's hard to be vulnerable. To be open and honest with yourself and then share it with the world…”
Did you know reading quotes out loud and implementing them into your life can help turn your mood around and motivate you almost instantly? Here are 10 quotes guaranteed to give you the push you need to make it through today.
Fall weather calls for a PSL, a cozy blanket, and a good read. Here are 8 great books that will inspire you to read this season.
We might not all parent the same, and that is perfectly fine. This community is not about connecting with moms who parent just like you, but rather connecting with moms you can learn from and be inspired by. Moms with different backgrounds and experience, from all walks of life.
By incorporating these ideas into your winter routine, you can turn the colder months into a time of joy, connection, and self-care for the entire family.