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I’m scared the darkness that gripped me after my baby was born will come roaring back

Postpartum care

I’m scared the darkness that gripped me after my baby was born will come roaring back

The state of maternal mental health care makes me worry about having a second child. I don’t know if I could go through postpartum depression again.

Anne Thériault

10 Diaper Bags That Don't Look Like Diaper Bags

10 Diaper Bags That Don't Look Like Diaper Bags

When you’ve got little kids, you definitely need a durable carryall—but that shouldn’t limit you to diaper bags that scream “I’m a mom.”

Amanda Naccarato

Moms are sharing postpartum belly pics on Reddit and we’re so here for it

Postpartum care

Moms are sharing postpartum belly pics on Reddit and we’re so here for it

These women are celebrating their miraculous bodies by sharing their post-baby belly shots—and encouraging other moms to do the same.

Amanda Naccarato

Have you ever heard of polydactyly? It’s when a baby is born with extra fingers or toes

Have you ever heard of polydactyly? It’s when a baby is born with extra fingers or toes

With polydactyly, a congenital limb malformation, the “ten fingers, ten toes” delivery-room joke about having a healthy baby isn’t quite accurate.

Heather Jones

My small breasts were an even bigger disappointment when they couldn’t feed my son

My small breasts were an even bigger disappointment when they couldn’t feed my son

I always knew my breasts were different, but since becoming a mom I finally learned that it's because I have insufficient glandular tissue.

Marie Holmes

Lyrics to Deck The Halls

Lyrics to Deck The Halls

Here are the lyrics to deck the halls. Sing this classic as a family while you spruce up your home for the holidays.

Today's Parent

How to get baby to take a bottle

How to get baby to take a bottle

Whether you’re planning on leaving for a few hours, or want some middle-of-the-night relief, here’s how to encourage your baby to take a bottle.

Alex Mlynek

How to survive your baby’s 4-month sleep regression

How to survive your baby’s 4-month sleep regression

The 4-month sleep regression is real—and it’s totally normal. Here's how to make it through this dreaded sleep-pattern change.

Kara Aaserud

Lyrics to lullabies and songs you need in your baby's life

Lyrics to lullabies and songs you need in your baby's life

From "Rock-a-bye Baby" to "Round the Garden," here are lyrics to lullabies that will lull your baby to sleep—and a few that are sure to get some giggles!

Today's Parent

John Legend wants more change tables in men's rooms and we couldn't love him more

John Legend wants more change tables in men's rooms and we couldn't love him more

We chatted with the singer about his latest Pampers campaign, sharing diaper duty with Chrissy Teigen and how his father influenced him as a dad.

Jessica Pollack

8 everyday ways to boost your baby’s brain

Baby development

8 everyday ways to boost your baby’s brain

From morning feedings to bedtime, there are lots of routine opportunities to nurture your baby's brain development.

Claire Gagne

Why attachment is the only thing that really matters in baby’s first year

Baby development

Why attachment is the only thing that really matters in baby’s first year

Early experiences with primary caregivers help infants understand the world around them as well as what to expect throughout life.

Nikki Martyn

How to stop your baby from throwing food off the high chair

Baby development

How to stop your baby from throwing food off the high chair

The good news is this is a normal part of your baby's development. But it's so frustrating! Here's how to deal when your baby keeps throwing food.

Sarah Remmer

Elimination communication: Can infants actually be potty trained?

Baby development

Elimination communication: Can infants actually be potty trained?

Parents can use timing, cues and intuition to essentially potty train an infant. It's called "elimination communication." But is it worth the hassle?

Claire Sibonney

Yup, you’re doing it right: 12 signs that breastfeeding is going well

Yup, you’re doing it right: 12 signs that breastfeeding is going well

The early days of learning how to breastfeed your baby can be full of questions. Here are 12 reassuring signs that breastfeeding is going well.

Louise Gleeson

10 of the cruelest things anyone can say to a mom struggling to breastfeed

10 of the cruelest things anyone can say to a mom struggling to breastfeed

When you're struggling to breastfeed your baby, hearing things like, "Women have been breastfeeding since the dawn of time!" is just not helpful.

Kristen Thompson

10 photos that celebrate and honour ‘imperfect’ post-baby bodies

Postpartum care

10 photos that celebrate and honour ‘imperfect’ post-baby bodies

These bodies gave life, and that's nothing to be ashamed of. A shoutout to all the women sharing images of their postpartum bodies.

Simone Olivero

10 Postpartum Hair Loss Products to Help Grow Stronger Hair

Postpartum care

10 Postpartum Hair Loss Products to Help Grow Stronger Hair

After surviving labour, losing your hair feels like a cruel joke. If you’re looking to treat or prevent postpartum hair loss, consider one of these products

Chelsea Dolan

Chamomile tea for babies: Is it safe and does it work?

Chamomile tea for babies: Is it safe and does it work?

People say that chamomile tea can help babies with gas, colic and difficulty sleeping. Here’s what the medical community thinks.

Cameron French

13 brilliant ways to store and organize baby stuff

13 brilliant ways to store and organize baby stuff

With a new baby comes SO. MUCH. STUFF. Here's how some parents keep their sh*t together with these clever storage ideas and hacks.

Claire Sibonney