Family & Parenting

Boston mom Emily Sutliff always knew her parents, Betsy and Paul, would be a big part of her daughter Rory’s life. Since Rory’s arrival two and a half years ago, Betsy and Paul have lovingly cared for her several times a week — a bond Sutliff couldn’t wait for her daughter to experience. But last […]

Every Christmas Eve, families set out milk and cookies for Santa, the beloved figure who brings magic to children worldwide. But this year, Penny Middleton, a Connecticut mom, is switching things up — she’s leaving the treats for Mrs. Claus instead. As reported by TODAY, Middleton’s new tradition has resonated with moms everywhere. In a

Donald Trump has won the 2024 presidential election, securing 277 electoral college votes, returning to the White House as the 47th president of the United States. His second term will shape a new chapter for American family life, with policies and priorities impacting healthcare, education, and the economy.  For many mothers and families, this election

In a viral Instagram post, baby and toddler sleep specialist Kaitlin Klimmer sparked a conversation many parents find relatable yet rarely spoken about: the pressure to prioritize their marriage while meeting the intense needs of young children during those exhausting early years. Her post opened with a simple yet powerful declaration: “My marriage doesn’t come

Motherhood is a wild, beautiful, and sometimes frustrating ride, and, like many moms, I’ve gotten my share of unsolicited commentary. For some reason, it seems the world loves to stop moms and tell us just how “full our hands must be,” as if we didn’t already know. But sometimes, a stranger’s unexpected words can reframe

The concept of being a “good mother” is fraught with expectations—cultural, generational, and deeply rooted in our ideas about family roles. For many moms-to-be, the early days of pregnancy bring not only excitement but also an unexpected layer of scrutiny, often from well-meaning family members. One expectant mother recently took to Reddit’s “Am I the

From intense pregnancy cravings (spoonfuls of Nutella, anyone?) to navigating your toddler’s pleas for “just one more” treat, cravings and snack-time battles are all part of the journey of parenthood. A little sweetness here and there is totally normal—and sometimes, exactly what we need. But here’s something fascinating: new research shows that nutrition during the

There has never been a time that momming has been easy. Even the U.S. Surgeon General has come to terms with the fact that parenting is dangerously stressful (hello!). And since the chef, maid and launderess aren’t coming over this afternoon (at least not to our house), it’s time to lean on tech to help

By the time the day’s winding down, most of us moms are running on fumes. We’ve been juggling work calls, school pickups, playdates, dinner battles, and maybe even a load or two of laundry. And as much as we’d love to show up with Pinterest-level energy for playtime, sometimes the best we can offer is

As mothers, we’re told to trust our instincts, protect our families, and be vigilant about our own health. But what happens when the systems meant to protect us fail? Joselli Barnica, a 28-year-old mother from Houston, found herself caught in just such a dilemma—a heartbreaking situation that left her family, her doctors, and her community