Fat shaming is nothing new, but after bringing a baby into the world and dealing with extra weight that doesn’t want to come off, you gain a new perspective along with the pounds. You realize that your extra fluff does not necessarily mean you’re unhealthy – in fact, you could be stronger than you’ve ever been before. However, society doesn’t
Read moreEveryone has a rough day once in a while. We all doubt our abilities sometimes, or wish things weren’t the way they are, or wish we could do better or be better people. The truth is, we probably beat ourselves up too much. Parenting is hard! You’re doing far better than you think you are. This great article from She
Read moreThere is far too much competition going on between moms these days. Building each other up during the rough ride that is parenting does far more good than judgments cast from afar! The Leaky Boob has renewed their Support With Integrity Pledge and offers a look at both helpful and not so helpful things said to other moms. Read the
Read moreYour list of priorities changes big time when you become a parent. You could be the trendiest, most stylish woman in town, but when baby comes and your pretty clothes end up covered in spit-up and baby poop you start to rethink your wardrobe. While some people say you shouldn’t be seen in yoga pants outside the gym or home,
Read moreA photo of Kate Middleton in pumps and dress on the day of her daughter’s birth has been stirring an interesting controversy. Some mothers are raging about how she’s setting unrealistic standards for other moms, while others can’t comprehend how she looks so good post partum. It’s not royal magic, and it’s really not that hard to understand, but why
Read moreEvery day should be Mother’s Day, but it’s nice to have a special holiday that’s all our own. It’s your day to do what you want to do, but after being overwhelmed with kids and responsibilities you might not know where to start. These mostly-free ideas will help you enjoy your day to the fullest! When you’re a mom, you
Read moreThe Internet is an amazing place, and social media allows us to connect with people in ways we never before dreamed of. However, just because you can post tons of photos and share your life online daily doesn’t mean you should, and you could be missing out on important time with your kids by doing so. This article from She
Read moreBody shaming is a serious problem, and women are subjected to it from every corner of the media. Television, magazines, and the Internet constantly project an image of the ideal woman, and if you don’t fit that tiny definition you’re expected to feel bad. This has to stop, and mothers are fighting back. Enter Jade Beall, an amazing photographer and
Read moreUnless you’re of the lucky few moms whose body miraculously bounced back into its original shape after childbirth, you’ve probably got a few bulgy places you’re not too fond of and your old clothes no longer fit. It’s time for mom jeans. This article by Catherine Naja at Scary Mommy features five questions moms ask when it comes to finding
Read moreEach of us is on our own personal journey through life, and we have no way of knowing what’s around the bend. We tend to fear the unknown, so we plan our lives and focus on building our reality. When something swoops in unexpectedly, like an unplanned pregnancy, your life is changed forever. There are many lessons to learn. In
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