Parenting Life

Preparing for Maternity and Paternity Leave

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Here's everything you need to know about navigating parental leave, from understanding the laws and your rights to transitioning back to the office.

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Self-Care: Making Time for Mama This Mother’s Day

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Here are our favorite ways to celebrate Mother’s Day, whether you’re still pregnant or recently postpartum, and some top gift ideas for the mom in your life!

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Traveling While Breastfeeding

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Traveling with a baby can be an adventure on its own. Check out some travel tips and hacks to help you make your travels a bit smoother.

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What Is Black Maternal Health Week?

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On April 11-17, we celebrate  Black Maternal Health Week (BMHW). According to the CDC, black women are currently three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. This article will review the current state of the U.S. maternal mortality rate, recommendations for pregnant families and healthcare providers, and how to be an advocate for maternal and reproductive health.

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Its Okay to Feel Touched Out On Valentines Day

It’s Okay to Feel Touched-Out On Valentine's Day

Motherhood is overwhelming. So it is completely normal and natural that instead of interpreting a partner’s physical touch as a time to connect, that we see physical intimacy as just another thing on our long list of to-dos-for-others. There are a number of ways to be able to honor feeling “touched-out” while still connecting with your partner in the hopes of kindling emotional intimacy…and maybe even just a little physical intimacy (when you’re ready, of course).

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COVID-19 Vaccines During Pregnancy and While Breastfeeding

With an overwhelming amount of information and assumptions about the safety of the COVID-19 vaccines circulating, it may be difficult to decipher facts from opinions during the pandemic. Understandably, many new and expectant moms have questions. We’ve worked with leading medical experts to gather answers from sources you can trust. 

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5 Diaper Bag Essentials for Babies and Mamas

Wondering what you should pack in your diaper bag? It's common for first-time moms to go a little overboard in the preparedness department. Here is a list of a few items that are total essentials in your diaper bag to make things easier. 

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6 Stories From The NICU

In honor of Prematurity Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the journeys of 6 NICU mothers, from giving birth preterm to navigating the challenging early weeks of life with a preemie.

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