20 Comforting Bible Verses About Fear And Anxiety

In times of uncertainty and stress, tensions run high. This tension is expressed through sleeplessness, depression, anger, resentment, and a slew of other negative...

A Complete Family? Not Yet, Says Big Sister, Chloe

She’s one of the “bigs” but more importantly, my right-hand, underpaid high executive, number 1 daughter. Meet Chloe, she’s the first daughter of our...

My #MeToo Story

A lot has been said in the media about the #MeToo movement. I have been a big supporter of it, because being a female...

8 Exciting Drinking Board Games To Spice Up Your Next Gathering

Party planning with adult friends can be stressful but the truth is once the entertainment is figured out, all else will fall into place....

A Lifetime of Forgiveness – Planning for a Healthy Relationship

“Divorce isn’t an option for me”. He said this to me with tears in his eyes at the end of one of our first dates...

13 Life-Altering, Must-See Movies That Are Guaranteed To Change You

We all have moments that change us. Today we're taking a look at 10 emotionally moving, must-see movies that are guaranteed to leave you...

Stop Saying I’m “Lucky” To Breastfeed

"You're so lucky to be able to breastfeed." Stop. Saying. That. I am not lucky to be able to breastfeed. It is hard, hard, hard work. Completely,...

Motherhood Through Our Eyes

  We come from different parts of the country and have different backgrounds and lifestyles. But the one thing that has bonded us, and has...

6 Tips for Planning a Meaningful Interfaith Marriage Ceremony

A wedding is a time to celebrate love and new beginnings, but when it’s the start of an interfaith marriage, there may be a...

Losing My Mommy Tummy With The Mutu System

*deep breaths* Sharing these photos is scary and makes me want to puke a little. But sharing also holds me accountable, and shows other...

Child Diabetes: 6 Important Things to Prepare Your Kid For School

Your child with type 1 diabetes is headed back to school. This may be your first go-round with going back to school and juggling...

Working Mom vs. SAHM: Mapping Out The Best Decision For You

Yes, there thousands of articles out there about the benefits of children having a mom who works outside of the home. And yes, there...

Photographers Guide On How to Recoup From Busy Season Burn-Out

We know that many of our loyal readers at Daily Mom are mom-turned-photographers, or professional photographers themselves. Every year, we strive to publish relevant...

How Navigating the 2021 Digital World Can Create Tough Career Challenges

I am a newspaper girl at heart, but I live in a digital world. Welcome to my world, where paper is now digital and...

THINGS I WILL TELL MY DAUGHTER EVERY DAY WITHOUT FEAR

There are dozens of blog posts spiraling virally through the realm of the social media world lately about things that we absolutely should and...

How To: Eating Well While Breastfeeding

  Here at Daily Mom we know just how busy the lives of new parents can get, especially in those first few months after your...

Breastfeeding vs Bottle Feeding: I Breastfed From A Bottle

When most people think of feeding an infant and baby, they automatically think breastfeeding vs bottle feeding. If you have your heart set on...

Childhood Attachment Disorders Are Creating A Mental Health Crisis

In today’s world of technology and computers it is no wonder the mental health crisis here in the United States is getting worse. Lack...

A Letter to Stay-At-Home Moms

Dear YOU,To the dedicated, hard-working, always-going, sometimes shouting, often laughing, sometimes crying, ALWAYS loving - stay-at-home moms: First of all, let’s just agree that no...

Active Moms Recovering After Baby: Cinch It

  Congratulations! Whether this is your first baby or 5th, as an active mom, you surely deserve and need your down time with your new...

My Surprising Journey To Better Health And Wellness – Part 1

Hi and welcome to Daily Mom’s brand new, first ever personal column – written by yours truly, Heather. I am beyond excited to share...

Moving Internationally: A fresh start with a brand new perspective

Wednesday morning has arrived and you’re staring out of the window of your 9-5 job. It can feel like you’ve been doing the same...

On Reconnecting With My First Born

A long time ago, it was just you and me. Every day, from the morning when Dad left for work, until the evening when he...

Community Engagement During the COVID-19 Pandemic

It's during times like this - when people are frightened and anxiety-ridden - that positive community engagement is more important than ever. There are...

5+ Tips On How To Be A Strong Support System For...

As much as anyone wants to be positive and always look at the world through rose-colored glasses, life is full of ups and downs...

Why We March: An Open Letter

My Darling Children, I do not consider myself a political scholar, or even possessing extensive political knowledge. I cannot relate to all the woes of...

5 Ways to Turn Your Mom Guilt into Something Positive

Every mom has it – that pang of mom guilt that makes you question everything you have ever done as a mother. Do I...

Marriage Advice: Choose to Love Your Spouse Everyday

Marriage is tough and it is certainly not for the faint of heart. 10 years ago, when we were young and in love, planning...

Welcome William Jacob!

Daily Mom's 3rd baby born since our launch in March arrived on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at 12:44pm via C-section to Writer Megan B.!...

8 Benefits of Breastfeeding You Need to Know

Breast is Best is a catchphrase commonly seen on buttons, badges, and stickers on the labor and delivery floors of hospitals. The benefits of...

8 Tips For Planning An Eco-friendly Wedding

Engagement season has passed us and now couples are sitting together to plan one of the most incredible days in their relationship. With so...

THE EMOTIONAL JOURNEY OF BREASTFEEDING

You hear it all the time. It shows up in your social media feeds in inspirational memes. Your mother-in-law’s eyes glisten just the tiniest...

My Surprising Journey To Better Health And Wellness Part 2

If you missed part 1 of my surprising journey to better health and wellness, please read that first, here. I left my doctor’s office,...

Superbowl Halftime Shows: One Modern Mother’s Opinion

History seems to love putting bookmarks into the pages of society during Halftime Shows. Once again, memories were made for people from all walks...

Labor Day Party Must Haves

  Labor Day is known as one of the busiest times of year historically, so it's important to start planning your Labor Day party a...

How A Broken Ankle Actually Brought Us Closer Together

I heard it. I thought it was my skate slamming on the floor but the first sound was actually the crack of my ankle bones....