We’ve reached a dismal point in the United States where when someone brings up a mass shooting from the past, it’s sadly common to ask in response, “Wait, which one was that again?” But while the increasing number of horrific mass shootings grab the most attention, there are even more instances of gun violence that don’t make national headlines—because if they did, every daily newspaper would need a dedicated section to attempt to cover all of the stories.  June 2 is National Gun Violence Awareness Day, which isn’t as much about raising awareness of the problem since most Americans are w ..read more

Please note that some products listed are linked to affiliate websites, and we may collect a small commission on your purchase. It doesn’t matter how old your child is; daycares, preschools, and elementary schools alike all lean into “May-hem,” the last two weeks of school where it’s utter chaos. Even if your summer break begins later in the year, the experience of “May-hem” is universal: dress-up days, themed activities, award ceremonies, spirit nights, pickup parades, field days, gifts for teachers, wonky schedules … the list goes on and on! By the time that final bell rings signaling the ..read more

Experts: Mar De Carlo Oscategui, BS; Ilene Rosen, MD, MSCE Table of Contents Too Sick to Sleep Constantly Waking Up to Pee   Side Sleeping Discomfort Loud Snoring Restless Legs Syndrome Aches and Pains Heartburn Racing Thoughts Lousy sleep is one of pregnancy’s most common complaints, and it’s fueled by so many factors. While you won’t be experiencing anything like your pre-pregnancy sleep any time soon, there are things you can do to improve your snooze quality as you ride out these 40 weeks.  Sleep is essential to our overall health and wellness, especially during preg ..read more

Throughout life, there are opportunities to connect over shared emotions. In the moments of joy and elation, we celebrate together! And during times of grief and sorrow, we gather to express condolences. But the happy and sad points are not always linear when it comes to the often long and winding road to adoption; the countless moments in between are filled with emotions and experiences that can be harder to speak to and act upon, such as a sense of failure, future hope, excitement, heartbreak, lengthy waiting periods, having the energy to “try again,” and encouragement along the way. Like ..read more

Experts: Mar De Carlo Oscategui, BS; Ilene Rosen, MD, MSCE Table of Contents Too Sick to Sleep Constantly Waking Up to Pee   Side Sleeping Discomfort Loud Snoring Restless Legs Syndrome Aches and Pains Heartburn Racing Thoughts Lousy sleep is one of pregnancy’s most common complaints, and it’s fueled by so many factors. While you won’t be experiencing anything like your pre-pregnancy sleep any time soon, there are things you can do to improve your snooze quality as you ride out these 40 weeks.  Sleep is essential to our overall health and wellness, especially during preg ..read more

Medical Expert: Stephanie M. Thompson, MD Please note that some products listed are linked to affiliate websites and we may collect a small commission on your purchase. If you are exploring parenthood (or already in the thick of it), you’re probably no stranger to the Frida brand. Their first product, the game-changing FridaNose Snot Sucker, was launched in the mid-2000s and is now a staple on almost every baby registry. Since then, Frida has released dozens of products for babies and new parents. Earlier this month, the brand expanded into a new demographic—families preparing or activel ..read more

Table of Contents PinkBlush Maternity Ruched Cutout One Piece DAVIN & ADLEY Amelia Pumping & Nursing Swim Cami Motherhood Maternity Beach Bump High Waist Bikini HAPARI Twist Tankini Top Albion Fit Natalie One Piece Kindred Bravely Maternity & Postpartum Swim Short LainSnow Ocean Isle One-Piece Fantasie Halkidiki Bandeau Bikini Top Cache Coeur Bloom Bikini SUMMERSALT Ruched Swim Skirt Please note that some products listed are linked to affiliate websites and we may collect a small commission on your purchase. Sun’s out, bump’s out, right? As temperatures rise, expectant and ..read more

Please note that some products listed are linked to affiliate websites and we may collect a small commission on your purchase. There are a few categories when it comes to baby gear: must-haves, nice-to-haves, and extras. Must-haves are essential items, like car seats and strollers, and extras are the products that make things a bit easier or more convenient that you can do without, like wipe warmers or a super-smart monitor with features that go above and beyond the basic video and sound feeds. The nice-to-haves are the middle-ground buys that your baby probably won’t miss but offer enough ..read more

Medical Expert: Aimee Paik, MD, FAAD Plenty of birth parents have experienced that moment in the shower (the warm, relaxing place where you’re supposed to find solitude during the newborn haze) when it begins: A few strands here, a few strands there; you start to realize it’s not your mind playing tricks on you … yep, you’re losing a lot of hair. I had that moment in the shower, and again when brushing my hair, and again when I woke up in the morning to find hair all over my pillow and sheets. It just kept falling out and was frightening to witness, not knowing when or if it would stop. Wou ..read more

Please note that some products listed are linked to affiliate websites, and we may collect a small commission on your purchase. About 15 months after my baby was born, I started the journey of the great transition: finding new bras to fit my newly transformed breasts after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Though my son had weaned long ago, I still wore the same nursing bras that got me through the fourth trimester and beyond. They were part of my everyday routine—even if their function wasn’t—and finding “normal” bras to wear felt challenging. Part of my struggle involved a changing body; my ch ..read more