Mom Tips

My mom instincts are always on high alert. They're ready to protect my son from stuff like meanies at school, kids unwilling to share, and pesky germs. Now that he's growing up, protecting him from all the things feels impossible.

Nothing evokes the spirit of Christmas more than the delectable aroma of freshly-baked cookies wafting from the kitchen.

Our first child arrived just six weeks before Christmas. Inevitably, after someone would ooh and ahh over our tiny newborn, they would then say, “You don't have to get her anything for Christmas. She won't remember it.”

Now, more than ever, parents are pushing their children to work harder and faster, whether that's because of the lasting effects of the pandemic leaving some kids behind, or from a drive for their kids to succeed, toddlers included.

Jewish people around the world celebrate Hanukkah, beginning each year on the 25th of the Hebrew month of Kislev, and continue for the next eight days.

When my husband and I chose marriage, we chose to become a united partnership. His problems became mine, my joys became his. 

Exercising during pregnancy has always been questioned, but now, we know it's actually a great thing. While it is important for a mother to pace themselves and drink plenty of water when working out, being active can lead to a healthier pregnancy. 

Nike just revealed that they're releasing a new shoe for emerging walkers called the Nike Swoosh, which could be a game changer for the little ones in your life. 

Like many other moms, my first night home with my baby was a nightmare.

Between illnesses like COVID, RSV, and flu, it's becoming increasingly important to get vaccinated.

Choking is the fourth leading cause of unintentional death in children under the age of 5. Hopefully, this is a situation you never find yourself in, but just in case, it's essential to know the basics.

‘Tis the season for celebrating the holidays with your infant! Everyone wants to snuggle your bundle of joy, perhaps even seeing your baby for the first time. But does that mean traveling?

With the holiday music turned up to 11, I'm creating family timetables and schedules so we can get in as much uninterrupted quality time as possible. Then I remember the one thing that will interrupt us: the cooking.

Toxic shock syndrome is a rare but serious condition that occurs when staph or strep bacteria enter a person's body through an opening in their skin. 

I was a very average student in school. My parents weren't super strict about my grades, but every time I saw my report card, I'd feel a little ashamed about it.

There are an estimated 4 million breast cancer survivors in the United States, and many of them are young enough that they hope to become mothers someday and wonder if they'll still be able to breastfeed after cancer.

Teens need your support now more than ever. They may even be the most vulnerable they've ever been as they attempt to take the leap from child to adult. Here are five things you can say to them to help make the most of your time together.

If you have other children, you may be wondering when and how to tell your kids they're going to have a new sibling.

There's only room for so much. I wish I had different compartments where everything stayed separate, but that's not how a mom's brain works, much less a single mom's brain.

The news has been consumed with the devastation from the Israel-Hamas War that broke out earlier this month. It can feel overwhelming as a parent to know how to navigate our own feelings around the war, let alone know how to shield or inform our own children about what is happening.

In 2023, sesame was designated as a major food allergen, which means that food labels are now required to list sesame as an ingredient.

Here are five every-day ways to get that conversation going.

Whether it's because of food allergies, veganism, or environmental concerns, non-dairy milk is increasingly becoming a part of our daily dietary needs.

According to the study, researchers followed the health and well-being of 145,702 women and their children for more than 14 years. In all cases, the mothers lived in the United States and had taken some form of prescribed antidepressant before, during, and after their pregnancies.

Many of us consider morning sickness  "just one of those pregnancy things" we have to deal with. But it's also possible to ease symptoms through diet, and choosing high-protein snack foods can help — especially since the nausea can last all day long.

My ex-boyfriend was the first man I introduced to my kids, two years after my divorce. I was in love and thought there was a real chance we'd be together for a long time.

Try a few of these, and you're bound to have as many coffee meet-ups on the calendar as your child has playdates.

Here's a list of 5 essential items that every family should pack in their carry-on before leaving for the airport this winter. 

November is Native American Heritage Month and Native American history, despite being stained with pain, is full of triumphs, and resilience.

There's no question that the pandemic changed every aspect of our daily lives, including the level of support new moms had with their children. 

I've seen the advice to skip reading those pregnancy books and read baby books instead, but did I heed that advice? No. If you're in the same place, just read these tips I've haphazardly compiled and understand that having a baby is the craziest time in your life.

If your kids love Halloween, and all the sugar that comes with it, here are some festive snacks to help usher in the holiday in a slightly less sweet way.

The following guidelines will help you figure out how old your child should be before they can sit in the front seat.

Grandparents serve an important role in modern parenting, helping to balance tradition and familiarity with new insights.

Many parents balk at the notion that they could ever forget their child in the backseat of a car, but research indicates that Forgotten Baby Syndrome (FBS) can happen to anyone.

Kids are back in school, and it's time to think about what they will do in the hours in between school and dinner.

I've always been a sentimental person, but I never expected to feel overly upset about my daughter getting older.

Once your toddler begins exhibiting a sense of individuality and self-awareness, you may find yourself hearing the words "No!" or "I'll do it!" more often.

It's not always easy to love thy neighbor, and it might be hard for them to love you, too. But neighbors who look out for each other make communities safer and life generally better. There are a few things you might do, however, that drive your neighbors crazy.

Nothing marks the beginning of the fall season like leaves changing color, pumpkin spice everything, and the Halloween decor exploding at every Target, Home Goods, and craft store. But what costume to pick? Here are a few ideas.

October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and it's a time to support those who have “angel babies,” or babies who did not survive the womb or passed as an infant. Coping with pregnancy loss can be an arduous journey that nobody can fully understand unless they have experienced it.

Each Halloween, inevitably, there's the kid trick-or-treating in a Halloween costume that falls under cultural appropriation. Not everyone notices, of course, but some definitely do.

Are you looking for Halloween movies to watch with your kids that won't have them clamoring to your bedroom in the middle of the night? Here are some Halloween movies for kids that are also perfect for the whole family.

Pediatricians should screen children for anxiety by age 8 and depression by age 12 — even if they're not showing any outward signs of either condition. Here's why.

Music has a way of capturing a child's attention and imagination and can also have a huge impact on their body and mind. Dancing, listening, and playing to a beat can shift a child's mood and help them express and even process emotions.

Despite the fact that prematurity affects 1 out of every 10 babies, there's a true lack of support right now for struggling NICU parents. Many are facing trauma, anxiety, and financial stress while their babies are getting the support they need. 

Here are five tried-and-true tricks to creating a successful wind-down routine that's even enjoyable for the grown up leading the charge.

I love Halloween and I miss how into it my three teens used to be. We used to spend hours figuring out who they wanted to dress up as that year, and now they just seem over it. But we can still find some fun ways to hang on to the magic just a bit longer with our teens…even if they're not trick or treating.

When my ex-husband and I first separated, we made a pact to never bad-mouth each other in front of our kids. They are not equipped to handle that, even if they are upset with the parent being talked about.

There are many reasons to love Halloween beyond just candy and costumes. The scary vibes and classic stories that come with Halloween are underrated sources of inspiration for baby names.

Pregnancy does weird things to your body, but this is wild. Keisha Seth, a mom in England, went viral on TikTok after she made a video about experiencing a truly weird pregnancy symptom: She was leaking blue "ink."