Pregnancy should be a joyous time, but for many Black Americans it can quickly become a time disportionately filled with stress and anxiety. Black Maternal Health Week, which runs from April 11 through 17, raises awareness for the continuing Black maternal mortality crisis in America. Non-Hispanic Black women still face an astonishing disparity when it
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When it comes to maternity clothes, experienced mommas know what you really need — and what you don’t. So, we weren’t at all surprised that Hilary Duff, a third-time mom, was spotted in an incredibly versatile maternity dress that can be worn postpartum, too. The actress, who just welcomed her third child — daughter Mae James
Spring is here and to celebrate Nordstrom is hosting its Spring Sale. The retailer is offering deals and discounts up to 60 percent off on customer-favorite brands now through April 18, including Tucker + Tate, Petit Lem, Nuna, Mini Boden, Loulou Lollipop and many more. Some of the items are from brands’ winter and holiday
If you’re the parent of a baby or toddler, you might be wondering whether you should get your child vaccinated against COVID-19 once the shot gets the green light for children ages 5 and younger — which may happen this spring. You probably have plenty of questions, as well as some concerns, about whether it’s
There’s likely a baby on the way for singer Britney Spears and her partner Sam Asghari. Spears, 40, posted a photo of a pink teacup alongside pink flowers on her Instagram on Monday, April 11. “I lost so much weight to go on my Maui trip only to gain it back…I thought ‘Geez… what happened
Target’s biannual car seat trade-in event just kicked off, and it’s a great opportunity to save big on a new car seat, stroller, travel system and other select baby products. From April 18-30, you can pop into your local Target store and leave with a 20 percent off coupon. Below, you’ll find everything you need to
For far too long, people believed that in order to build a family, you had to be in a romantic relationship. Thankfully, that’s no longer the narrative, and there are many different avenues that parents take—including teaming up with a friend who’s equally enthused about parenthood through a platonic co-parenting partnership. Platonic co-parenting can come
GCShutter via Getty Images At the start of the pandemic, when my family was locked down in our 800-square-foot New York City apartment and reeling from the pivot to remote work and no school or day care, an Instagram post from Glennon Doyle saved my sanity. Her post was primarily about how parents should embrace
Home Chef Salmon with lemon beurre blanc from Home Chef. Your mom makes the best red sauce. And when you went off to college, she’d send so many oatmeal chocolate chip cookies that you fed your whole dorm. For as long as you can remember, food has connected your family. And now it’s your time
If you’ve been stockpiling COVID-19 test kits in your cabinet, or recently received your free tests from the government, you might want to take note of their use-by dates, as most kits expire within a year. But even if your kit’s expiration date is approaching, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s time to trash it. Most
Catherine Falls Commercial via Getty Images Kids say the darndest things … especially if you tee them up with an interesting conversation starter. As witty and off-the-wall as your child’s thinking-out-loud comments can be, sometimes the best one-liners come with a little parental prompting. You never know what you’re going to get when you ask,
Ergobaby Ergobaby’s Omni 360 carrier. If there’s something in this world that people have strong opinions about, it’s baby and parenting gear. It can be stressful to decide which of these seemingly basic items is best for your family, and for good reason: The stakes feel really high when you’re trying to make the right
Walmart, the superstore that’s virtually everywhere and has everything, is a convenience and a staple for millions of Americans. Still, it might surprise you to learn that the same store in which you buy bathtub cleaner and breakfast cereal is also home to some really cute, on-trend clothing and accessories. If you don’t already think
“My doctor told me I was lucky that my trip to the ER didn’t reveal something more serious,” the author writes. Patchanu Noree / EyeEm via Getty Images When I saw the blood in the toilet bowl, I decided it was time to go to the emergency room. I had been doubled over in pain
It’s all too common: A toddler starts attending day care or preschool and suddenly it seems like they always have a runny nose, a cough or worse. Experts estimate that children contract six to eight upper respiratory infections on average each year. As a parent, you may feel helpless in what seems like an endless
Amazon Poo-Pourri before-you-go toilet spray, a Tushy ottoman and the Luxe Bidet Neo 120. The most important seat in your home is in need of some serious TLC. We spend a lot of time sitting on our toilets, some of us for longer than others. Why not make that time enjoyable by adding a few
For many people, air travel often involves a seat belt that doesn’t fit. Some travelers find they need to get a seat belt extender: a piece that goes between the belt and the buckle to help the two connect. TikTokers such as Remi Bader, Nikki Garza and Adelia Lauren have shared their experiences with these
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can affect people of all ages. The condition is brought by a physical or emotional traumatic experience or a series of traumatic events. People affected by PTSD are troubled by disturbing thoughts, memories, and flashbacks, and associated thoughts for weeks,
Image: Shutterstock It is important for teens to have some hobbies. A hobby helps in relieving stress and, if nurtured, can serve as a fun relaxation activity too. Drawing is a great pastime for tweens and teens. It is cheap, accessible, and there is no limit to creativity. They can explore the entire universe and
Image: Shutterstock Brownies, cookies, cakes, and pizzas are favorites for most children. But one thing that they enjoy more than eating is baking. Baking recipes for kids can encourage their creativity and imagination. To help along, we bring you some irresistibly delicious and sweet baking recipes that need fewer ingredients and easy baking. Delicious Baking