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Our Top Picks for Back-To-School Backpacks, Lunchboxes & Water Bottles
School supply shopping can be bittersweet. It does signal the end of summer…but it also gets kids excited for the school year. As moms, we want our kids’ new backpacks, lunchboxes and water bottles to last the school year (and beyond, hopefully), but also put a…
8 Breezy Summer Sets Moms Love
Our moms are loving this shortlist of sets, so skip the coordinating, and stock up on these paired picks.
Are Dumplings Toxic? A Pediatrician Weighs in on the Viral Squishies
If you’ve spent a chunk of your summer hunting for dumplings, NeeDohs and other viral squishies, you’re not alone. We asked pediatrician Nilay Donmez, MD, founder of First Steps Pediatrics in New York City, to share her thoughts on this viral toy.
7 Mindset Shifts to Feel More at Peace This Summer
Moms have a lot on their to-do list. Adding “manage stress” sort of defeats the purpose, right? But there is good news: stress relief—the kind that changes how you live—really doesn’t require a complete life overhaul. As clinical psychologist and When Life…
Whole30 Chicken Carnitas Bowls
The holy grail of a weeknight recipe is something healthy, easy, and delicious to both kids and adults. These Chicken Carnitas Bowls from Whole30 co founder and CEO Melissa Urban’s new book nails all three.
4th of July Popsicles!
This dessert is perfect for the 4th or any summer soiree.
Lemonade Stand Snack Board from The BakerMama
Pool days and summer playdates call for fun food and delicious drinks.
6 Mommy & Me Looks You’ll Wear All Summer Long
From the 4th of July to Labor Day and every summer soiree in between, who doesn’t love matching with their mini?
5 Smart Tips for a Sane Girl Summer
This year, we’re aiming for Sane Girl Summer, aka Manageable for Moms Summer aka Summer So Everyone Has Fun (Including Mom).
7 Ways to Love Your Kid-Free Weekends as a Single Mom
Amanda Vlastas of West University Moms shares seven ways to start enjoying your kid-free weekends.
Jon Gustin aka The Tired Dad: 6 Things We’re Taking from His MomCast Interview
Jon Gustin is known for his take on millennial fatherhood, and recently he sat down with MomCast to discuss his new book.
What To Say When…Your Child Won’t Listen
It can be hard to know what to say as a parent. Our next advice column from Dr. Nicole Lipkin gives you the words you need.
Got a Non-Sporty Kid? Here’s What Parents Should Know
Not all kids love sports. Here’s what parents should know about alternatives.
A Mom’s Secret Sleep Weapon: Eight Sleep
This smart mattress is helping moms get the one thing we all need – more sleep.
Youth Sports: Expert Advice on When to Start Travel, Dealing with Disappointment and More
Kirsten Jones, author of Raising Athletes, share on all things youth sports, from starting travel to handling disappointment.
A Former Beauty Editor Shares Her Picks for Spring Skincare, Makeup and More
The Vogue contributor shares details of her new online boutique and skincare, makeup and style secrets for spring.
Ultra-Processed Foods and Kids & How to Choose a Healthy Snack
We asked Kacie to help us cut through the noise and share the facts about ultra-processed foods
Weeknight Baked Chicken Parmesan from Kat Ashmore
Looking for a weeknight dinner that will have your kids asking for seconds? This baked chicken parmesan from Kathleen Ashmore, creator of this recipe and author of the best-selling cookbook Big Bites, is your answer.
Meet a Mom-Author Sara Shepard of Pretty Little Liars on her Newest Book for Kids!
We asked Sara to share more about Pretty Little Liars and Penny Draws in this week’s Meet a Mom Interview.
Real Pumpkin Spice Granola That Tastes Like Fall
Fall mornings just got a whole lot cozier with this pumpkin spice granola that’s made with real pumpkin puree. Made with wholesome oats, nuts, and seeds, all while being gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, this recipe from Kathleen Ashmore is a win…