'Slob On Me Knob' Mom Is What Happens When Trying To Be the Cool Parent Goes Terribly Wrong

Unpacking the drama surrounding a rap song, a covid-era challenge, and a performance that has the internet thinking bad thoughts.

Why We’re All Too Busy—And How It’s Hurting Our Relationships

Being productive can feel good; it can provide a sense of purpose, and the work surrounding motherhood is not exempt from this. But maintaining a healthy workload—one that nourishes rather than depletes—starts with drawing clear boundaries that protect our time, attention, and relationships.

A Kid-Friendly Broadway Playlist Parents Will Love

A Spotify playlist of family-friendly Broadway songs because the world could use a few more theatre kids.

Don't Have Sex In Texas

A custody battle between a billionaire and a less wealthy woman told me everything I needed to know about child support caps in Texas.

Date Ideas for When You're Short on Time and Can't Leave the House

For most couples, time is both valuable and scarce, but allowing a relationship to thrive means we have to connect in ways that help us discover new things about one another. These 10-minute date ideas are perfect if you don’t have tons of time or can’t leave the house.

These Are the Best States for IVF Coverage

No federal law requires health insurance to pick up the tab for IVF. This means states are left with the responsibility of writing their own mandates.

Cooking Tips for Parents Trying To Survive the Economy In Brooklyn

While Trump is in high school flunking inflation 101, families are—as Alex McCord would say— “in Brooklyn trying to survive in this economy.” Here, I’ve rounded up tips to stretch, extend, or remix meals to keep families full during the eggpocalypse.

Trump Says He's the ‘Father of IVF’—But Republicans Aren't Sure They Want the Baby

Trump is shuffling the deck on IVF, and could redefine access, impact, and costs. No one can predict what’s next for fertility in America, but it’s clear that politicians—having beat abortion to death—found a new front in their war over reproductive rights.

Yes, Flu Season Is Bad, But You're Still Nasty

Families are battling one of the worst flu seasons in the last 15 years. Prevention is the same it’s always been: get vaccinated, wear a mask, avoid crowds, and wash your hands. Which, according to a new survey, families are also struggling with.

Thinking Out Loud: Is Kindness Still Good?

I’ve been thinking a lot about kindness lately. For modern parents, there’s been a huge emphasis on cultivating kindness among our children and the positive impact it can have in our communities. This could be tied to growing social media use among youth, bullying, or just part of the new goal of pa

What Is Mothering Worth?

When I put my career on hold to raise my daughters, I did not consider the cultural implications that came with it. How as a black SAHM, people would make assumptions about my background and downplay my contributions to our family.

No, You Don't Need a Before-School Babysitter

The newest parenting trend is hiring a nanny to take care of kids before they leave for school. At least that's what childcare companies want us to believe.