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motherhood
5 Easy Ways To Get Your Kids To Eat Anything
Getting your kids to eat healthy is simple: find recipes for nourishing dishes the kids can’t wait to make, have fun, and make some magic in the...
I'm A Fertility Doctor. Here's What I Tell My Patients About Getting Pregnant After 40
Yes, it's possible. But there are some risks to consider.
What It Really Takes To Be A Breastfeeding, Working Mom
If you're planning to continue breastfeeding after heading back to the office, here's everything you need to know about pumping at work—from a mom...
The Healthy Drink Moms Shouldn't Have While Breastfeeding (But No One Told Me About)
"I’ll never be certain if my baby's symptoms were related to my diet — but I’d rather be safe than sorry."
What I've Learned From 3 Pregnancy Losses In 9 Months
It has been a struggle to come to terms with these losses, losses of the potential for life.
7 Reasons I Decided Not To Circumcise My Son
When I became pregnant with our first child, a baby boy, it was a topic that quickly surfaced as something that needed deep attention and discussion.
Why I Taught My Daughter What A Vibrator Was When She Was 10 Years Old
Unlike a lot of mothers in my suburban community, I have no problem talking to my kids about sex.
I'm A Single Mother Of 4. Here's What The Wellness World Gets Wrong
I love wellness, but I sometimes feel like the world doesn’t understand what it’s like for those of us who are struggling to make ends meet.
How I Finally Became A Mother At 42 — Without IVF
I was 41 years old when my husband and I started seriously talking about having kids
7 Ayurvedic Tips To Alleviate The Postpartum Blues
The science places emphasis on the first 42 days after birth
3 Plant-Based Lunches Toddlers Will Actually Love
One of the most frequent comments I receive about what I feed my kids is, “I can't believe your toddler eats that." The question has a hint of...
10 Things I Wish More People Knew About Maternal Health Worldwide
Ten years ago, I began working as a maternal health advocate to draw attention to the millions of mothers and newborns who die each year during...
What Every Woman Should Know About Getting Pregnant After The Pill
Birth control pills are one of the most effective means of preventing pregnancy, which is why it is such a popular method of contraception. But...
Angelina Jolie Pitt Explains Her Decision To Remove Her Ovaries
Two years ago, actress and filmmaker Angelina Jolie Pitt wrote a heartfelt piece about her decision to have a preventative double mastectomy.
What I Wish Other People Understood About Losing A Child
Here's my story.
This Is What Women Really Look Like After Giving Birth
Empowering photos ahead.
8 Ways To Maintain A Strong Connection With Your Kids
As we become more connected to our smartphones and other devices, there's an increasing sense of disconnection and loneliness that pervades our lives.
How I Finally Got Pregnant Once I Stopped Trying So Hard
We "tried" for two years, and with each month that passed, I became more and more obsessed.
4 Reasons It's Important To Set Healthy Boundaries With Your Kids
A parenting experts on strong boundaries.
6 Spiritual Truths From My 6-Year-Old
The pearls of wisdom that come from my six-year-old daughter Nava are more profound than any guru's teachings, and I am pretty sure I am not just...