Everyone has advice about what to do or what not to do to help your baby sleep. But which advice should you take as gospel and which as just gossip? Here, Circle of Moms members take on three common beliefs about baby sleep and put them to rest.
From onions and apple slices to Bumbo baby seats, August has been quite the month for recalls. The latest product to be removed from stores for safety concerns is cantaloupe.
What should you do and say after a friend suffers a miscarriage? Here, moms who've lost a pregnancy share honest advice on what helps — and what doesn't.
Wondering what you should reach for when you're pregnant and hungry for a snack? Adding these 8 power foods to your diet will help ensure your baby gets everything she needs for healthy development. Bonus: some of them may be your go-to snacks already!
Is it normal for toddlers to still wake mom up for some comfort in the middle of the night? Here are tips for frustrated moms on how to encourage sounder sleep.
“Leaving your babies at the hospital is heartbreaking, even when you know they're getting the best care.” NICU veterans chime in on how to survive the NICU.
When 14-month-old Nevaeh was at a McDonald's in Sydney she began to choke. Her parents Tevita and Glory frantically ran to the fast food counter to seek help when their child stopped breathing.
How do you manage the risks and anxiety associated with letting your child attend sleepovers? Is it worth it? Here, moms who say yes to sleepovers explain why they are essential for kids, and share three tips for making them safe.
Cloth diapering can sound daunting to a newbie, but moms who are experienced with them reassure that the equipment and cleanup process are not complicated to learn. Here they offer four tips that make cloth diapering as easy as using disposables.
From battles over teeth brushing to showdowns over holding your hand in the parking lot, everyday routines can become mighty power struggles between you and your child. Here are six great products that make these daily tasks easier.
Saving on groceries doesn't end at the supermarket checkout! You can stretch your family food budget even further with these 12 tricks for making your groceries last, including gadgets that prevent spoilage and a tip on where to store one very common food.
Should your daughter get the HPV vaccine? Here's the low-down on key factors to consider, including what the vaccine actually prevents, its potential risks, and its benefits.
Having a baby is the most emotionally charged time of our lives. Within hours we can swing from elation to despair and back again. So how can we tell a normal response from one that's more worrisome? Here's how to recognize postnatal anxiety disorder.
Whether you and your kids are hitting the beach or playing in the backyard, sunscreen is a must. Here we've rounded up three non-greasy, broad-spectrum sunscreens, including an easy-on spray that's perfect for kids.
All diaper rashes have one thing in common: they make your baby miserable, and understandably so! Here’s a look at the most common kinds of diaper rash and the best ways to treat them.
"My parents brought me up with the belief that allowing a sip at just special occasions (Christmas, Easter) could do no harm. But for me, those little sips were all it took for me to crave alcohol." Moms share 3 reasons to avoid giving tots even a taste.
I'm not new to this whole motherhood gig. But a heart defect and g-tube weren't exactly what I was planning for my fourteenth child. It's a whole new world for me, but it's also probably the best thing that has happened to my son in his short life.
My biggest regret about getting my tubes tied was that I was too shy to find out from other women how it really felt to go through the procedure. So here, in case you ever consider having it done, is my firsthand account of what it's really like.
Wondering at what age it's appropriate to let your child play unsupervised in your yard, at the arcade, or at your neighborhood playground? Here are seven factors to guide you as you "loosen the umbilical cord."
The smarter we become about skin cancer and sun damage, the more we want to protect our kids from a young age. UVA… UVB… SPF… OMG! Here are answers to common questions about choosing the best sunscreen for your preschooler.
The scariest thing in the world is seeing your child bolt from your side and run straight into traffic. Here are two smart ways to teach little ones how to be safe and responsible pedestrians — without constantly holding their hands.
With all the other changes your body goes through after having a baby, you think you’ve seen it all. That is, until you start seeing clumps of hair in the drain, in your hairbrush and on your pillow in the morning. Is this normal, and when will it end?
Knowing how to support a friend whose child is very ill isn't easy. To help, Circle of Moms members whose children have battled serious illnesses share five tips on what to say and do.
Gayle S. struggles with whether to put her 15-year-old daughter on the birth control pill. It’s not that she wants her daughter to be sexually active, it's that, as she explains, it's better to be safe than sorry. But is that the only reason?
If your child has ever had an ear infection, you know that having one seems to increase the likelihood of a repeat. But you can potentially reduce their number and severity by following these simple tips, all suggested by Circle of Moms members.
Theme parks, the zoo, even grocery stores can be scary when you have a toddler, and even the most vigilant parents will admit to at least a couple frightening moments when their little one tried to wander off. Here's what you can you do to keep yours safe.
There are many professionals who say they have the answers to what’s going on with your child, and how you should parent. Some even suggest that their knowledge is more important than your intuition as a mom. I'm a parenting coach myself, but I disagree!
As a mom, I put my child first, and I often forget to take care of myself — or I run out of time. But if I don't take care of myself, how can I expect him to develop this value? Here's how I'm starting to change my patterns, one tiny step at a time.
When my son split his head open last week I cried all the way to the ER. But the three + hours in the germ-filled waiting room helped me rediscover something I've been missing out on as a parent.
Need some birthday cake inspiration? Check out all these real cakes shared by our members. Most are for kids, but there are a few unique ideas for moms and dads in the mix. Enjoy!
On dessert duty again? Whether you're on the hook for a birthday party or a barbecue, it's handy to have a few great dessert recipes on standby. To help, we've rounded up 10 easy cake and cupcake recipes that are all-around crowd-pleasers.
If it's easier to wait on your kids hand and foot than to nag them to help around the house, here are five ways to reverse direction before it's too late.
TIME asked, “Are You Mom Enough?” I say, According to whom? Who gets to decide if I’m mom enough? These kinds of statements do nothing but make us moms turn on one another to justify our choices. But there's another, better option.
Ah, the trials and tribulations of getting our kids out the door looking like they didn't just wake up and roll out of bed! Here, moms share hair care products and techniques that prevent the tangles from happening in the first place.
When my 5-year-old says “I’m bored,” I think, I’d love to have nothing to do! My days are filled with constant questions – welcomed of course, but by the end of the day I’m tired of speaking! Here's how I recharge — on the sly.
Nothing says summer like fresh sweet corn! And while we never tire of good old corn on the cob, these 9 delicious recipes are perfect for when you're ready to mix up the menu. Enjoy!
I applaud moms who want to introduce healthy exercising habits to their kids. But is it really possible to get back in shape with your children by your side?
After the birth of my third baby I was plagued by a short temper, anxious worry and a feeling of dread. I chalked these up to fatigue and being out-of-practice with a newborn. I didn't know that Postpartum Anxiety Disorder even existed!
It's not always easy to know what to look for in a pediatrician. If you are evaluating your child’s health care provider options, these five suggestions from Circle of Moms members will help you find a doctor who's perfect for your child and your family.
