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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 already juggle enough without adding “manage stress” to the never-ending to-do list. The good news? Lasting stress relief doesn’t require a complete life overhaul—just a few simple shifts that fit into your everyday routine.
Nutella Banana Bread
Nutella — say no more! This recipe is fantastic because it makes not one, but TWO loaves. Save one for the family to enjoy (it won’t last long) and share one with a friend, neighbor or loved one! Ingredients: 3 large or 4 medium (2 cups mashed) bananas, yellow with...
Meet a Mom: Shameless Actress Emmy Rossum Shares How Fiona Gallagher Inspires Her as a Mom
Photo Credit: Vernon François Emmy Rossum became a household name from her starring role as the resilient but flawed Fiona Gallagher on Showtime’s Shameless. But she made her professional performing debut as a mere seven-year-old, appearing with the...
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. “These are as flexible as they are easy to prepare. Let the...
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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?
Jon Gustin aka The Tired Dad: 6 Things We’re Taking from His MomCast Interview
Jon Gustin is the dad behind the popular social media account “The Tired Dad“. Known for his candid takes on sobriety, marriage and parenting, he has become the millennial voice of fatherhood—all while pouring an endless cup of coffee. Recently, Jon sat down with...
Popsicles: Refreshing Recipes for Summer Fun!
Credit: Rosalynn Daniels for @craftboxgirls Popsicles are synonymous with summer, and for good reason—they’re refreshing on hot days, help hydrate kids and adults alike, and are easy to hold, even for tiny toddler hands. While we don’t judge store bought...
How to Master AP Biology and AP Chemistry: Moving Beyond Memorization
Taking an Advanced Placement (AP) Science course like Biology or Chemistry is a fantastic way to prepare for college, but many students quickly realize that the strategies they used in previous science classes are no longer enough. You might walk into a test...
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.
What to Say When…Your Child Says “I Hate Myself”
Knowing what say in the moment while parenting can be really tough. From the time kids are young toddlers and trying to push your buttons, to bigger kids with bigger problems, we all want to say and do the right thing. In her new column “What to Say When…”, clinical...
Daycare or Nanny? How to Choose for Your Family
Daycare or nanny? It’s one of the most common decisions and the first of many tough ones you’ll make as a mom. For some families, scheduling, budget or number of kids makes the choice more obvious, and for others, they may pivot as their kids grow and lives change. To...
Meet a Mom: Journalist and Author Fortesa Latifi
Fortesa Latifi is a Los Angeles-based journalist and soon to be mom-of-two. Her new book, Life, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online focuses on a hot topic: the child influencer industry. While family social accounts continue to be...
