Motherhood

Give up mom guilt

One of the not-so-welcome gifts that comes along with new motherhood is mom guilt! You know what it is -- that nagging feeling that you're doing something wrong when you actually are away from your child. Squash mom guilt for good!

Be a hot mom

Many women struggle to appreciate their post-baby bodies. But we invite you to love those new found curves and "battle wounds" from your pregnancy -- and flaunt your hot mom self!

Tips for stay at home moms

Making the decision to stay at home with your baby is one decision you’ll never regret. But it’s not always an easy job! If you’re planning on being a stay at home mom, make the most of it with these tips.

Manage your mom moments

There are just some truths about motherhood that you can’t escape – sleepless nights, spit-up on your black outfit (or a blow-out on your white pants!) and little time to dedicate to anything or anyone besides baby for the first few months of his life. But with some time-saving smarts, you can manage your time and even steal some moments for yourself!

How combat affects military mothers

A recent study reveals that women in the military who are exposed to combat situations after childbirth are more likely to face depression.

Break out of new mom isolation

When baby arrives, you’ll surely be surrounded with family and friends all lending a helping hand. But eventually, your husband will go back to work, if he had taken some time off, and your friends and family will get back to their lives.

What kind of mom are you: Working or stay at home?

When you're expecting, you've got lots of decisions to make... including whether you are going to continue to work or stay at home with your baby. How do you decide which is right for you?

6 Mommy time-outs you’ll want to earn

Have you ever noticed that time-out for baby is a bad thing, but time-out for mommy is a cherished one? We couldn’t help offer up these fun and fabulous ways to spend your mommy time-outs this New Year.

Time management tips for new moms

Few women can prepare themselves for the true lifestyle change that motherhood will bring. With these tips, you can manage your time without going insane!

Create little moments of mommy me-time

You don’t have to spend a day at the spa to indulge in a little much-needed mommy me-time. Check out these fun, quick and easy self-indulgent moments every mom can manage.

Keep baby sniffle-free when you get sick

Moms can’t call in sick when they get a cold. So how do you care for your baby when you are down for the count?

Take baby weight loss slow

Once your baby arrives, you might expect your body to pop back into pre-baby shape. Well, for most of us it’s not that easy. But you can regain your body before baby with patience and a little hard work.

Thinking nice thoughts about your partner after the baby comes

In almost every relationship I've seen, when a baby comes, the mama tends to do a little bit more of...

Motherhood after breast cancer?

A quarter of young breast cancer sufferers have reported no discussion of fertility issues at the time of diagnosis, despite the possibility of infertility after treatment.

Mother's guilt: When you want to return to work

When you have your first baby, you can't imagine that anyone could care for him the way that you do. And you certainly can't imagine that one day you will have to leave that small, helpless child and return to the 9 to 5 job that just months ago was one of the most important things in your life. But, if you're like many women with small children, at least part of your day is spent working outside of the home. And when you do return to work, whatever your childcare situation, you may feel guilty and uneasy about your decision. What you should realize is that these feelings are normal, and that you can work through them without sacrificing your role as a mother or a worker.

Five ways to raise joyful kids

Raising joyous children is easier than you might think. An "all is right with the world" kind of happiness is deeper and more penetrating than a new toy or a bag of gummy worms. Genuine joy nurtures your children's sp

Must-read books about motherhood

While nothing can substitute for the

Motherhood: A Hollywood reality check

Moms of the world, let's give ourselves a break. The reality is life is more difficult once we have kids. Often there is no one standing on the sidelines cheering us on, and letting us know we are doing a great job. Instead, we are running as fast as we can to keep up with the new demands of motherhood. In fact, I found myself still trying to lose that "baby weight" before my last child celebrated their fourth birthday.

Maternal desire, part two

What is maternal desire and is it good or bad? How to make the most of your maternal desire.

Mother Nurture: Issues with relatives

Parenting is a lot of work! But to be the best parents we can be, we have to take time to nurture ourselves as the people we are outside of being Mom or Dad. Psychologist Rick Hanson, PhD, and acupuncturist & nutriti