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...

Mentor: Make a Difference in the Life of a Child

As parents, we so often take for granted the difference that an adult role model or mentor really makes in the life of a...

Dealing With A Child Who Is Exactly Like You (& You...

  Whether you had an “oopsy” or methodically, thought out, well-planned pregnancy, your bundle of joy, snuggled in your womb is just waiting to be...

How To Play Fantasy Football For Beginners

Fantasy football for beginners...is there such a thing? The air is crisp, the sunlight is golden, and pumpkin spice has taken over everything. Fall...

Hire a Housekeeper: Why This Is A Wonderful Act of Self...

Hire a housekeeper to tidy up and clean so you can embrace more happy moments with your family. A housekeeper not only cleans but...

POSTPARTUM HEMORRHAGE: THE POSTPARTUM EXPERIENCE I WASN’T PREPARED FOR

Being pregnant for me was like being a kid in a candy store. Literally. I ate whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted, because I...

Having A Baby In A Pandemic: Mourning The Loss Of A...

2020 has been one for the books. Pandemic, murder hornets, virtual learning, toilet paper shortage, and the list goes on and on. What many...

An Open Letter to My Family about My Post-Partum Depression

Depression has been something that has clung to me like an unwanted acquaintance, and it became more prevalent after my first daughter was born....

How to Maintain a Long Distance Relationship

Long distance relationships are becoming a common occurrence today. Though technology makes our world seem smaller and smaller, many couples still find themselves in the situation where...

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...

Definition of Happiness: The Ultimate Birthright

Author: Sonia Seivwright There is an age-old question that always goes along the lines of "What is the definition of happiness?" The key to happiness...

4 Steps to Make Your Backyard Movie Night Party a Memorable...

Summer is upon us, and with her, she brings backyard barbecues, pool parties, and all sorts of fun outdoor activities. If you want to...

Welcome Elliot Hart

Join us in welcoming Elliot Hart, our fourth Daily Mom baby born since our launch! Elliot is the first baby for editor Kayla and...

Magical Elf on the Shelf Visits Not Required

It’s almost time for that Elf on the Shelf to fly back from the North Pole creating mischief in your home. Do you feel...

What I’ve Learned From Loss

Grief, although a natural part of life, is a topic most people avoid. At least I used to, until my sister died. The words...

Is Adderall Dangerous? Understanding Adderall Side Effects

If you're a parent trying to navigate the complexities of medicating your child for behavioral issues, you've likely heard about the drug Adderall, and...

HOW TO USE HASHTAGS MOMTREPRENEUR 101

Added to the Oxford Dictionary in 2010, you are most likely familiar with hashtags throughout social media, but do you know where the term...

25 Unique Proposal Ideas

Every girl dreams of the day she gets engaged.  Some girls want the proposal in front of all their friends and family and others...

14 Unique and Fun Wedding Traditions from Around the World

Gathering together and celebrating two people who have managed to fall head over heels in love with one another is nothing new. Humans have...

Breastfeeding vs. Formula Feeding: Pros and Cons of Breastfeeding and Bottle...

Choosing between breastfeeding vs bottle feeding is one of the first big decisions many new moms face, and let’s be real—it can be overwhelming!...

A Day In The Life Of A Family Of 11

  “Are you done yet?” After a cordial hello how are you, greeting, we’re then met with that direct and curious question my family hears quite...

33 New Year’s Jokes to Tickle Your Kids’ Funny Bone

Ring in 2022 with laughter as you celebrate with sparkling cider and New Year’s jokes with your family. Humor teaches children to be in...

THE ONLY ADVICE NEW PARENTS NEED

I have one piece of advice for expectant parents about to embark on the journey of brand new parenthood. Just one thing, and I...

Chat With Your Teen Or Tween About Snapchat Safety

  The drive for technology, ease of use, and endless entertainment possibilities have vigorously overtaken the once simple-to-use device: the telephone. Not only has it...

BOOKS TO PREPARE AND GIVE YOU CONFIDENCE FOR LABOR

Birthing a baby, though obviously quite normal, seems to be complicated in today’s culture. From the moment you announce your pregnancy, people will have...

Meet Ian – Daily Mom Kid

“I want a little girl”, is all I could say the morning after my son was born. Here I was holding this perfect little...

30 is the New Flirty: Unleash Your Inner Party Animal with...

A "Death to My 20's" party is the ultimate farewell bash for those brave souls bidding adieu to their wild and carefree twenties. It's...

We are done at two kids but I still wanted more

Let me start off by saying when I was younger I wanted 5 kids, but I have two kids.  Growing up with 3 siblings,...

How Long to Breastfeed Your New Baby

How long to breastfeed a new baby is one of the very first questions new mothers ask after giving birth. Since we were all...

Losing A Baby After My Infertility Journey

It wasn't meant to be. This is so common, it will be ok. You can try again. This was the universe's way of giving...

Anaphylaxis – The Reaction To Be Prepared For

  Everyone responsible for a child may be at risk for witnessing an anaphylaxis reaction – including parents, school staff, family, friends and doctors. Meet...

Why Prayer For Sick Children Is A Healing Practice For Mothers

There is nothing more painful for a mother than experiencing her child’s sickness. The helplessness we feel is hollow and exhausting, and when that...

When I Run I Pee a Little: The Truth about Urinary...

There are some things you just don’t talk about in mixed company… unless you’re a mom. Somehow, holding a Mommy Card in that bottomless-pit-of-a-purse...

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...

The Benefits of Free Cord Blood Banking

The business of staying healthy has become a billion dollar industry. From high cost prescriptions to elective cosmetic procedures, the range of available medical...

Life as an Interracial Couple What We Didn’t Realize

  “Hmm, I wonder what it’d be like to marry a white guy?” – said me never. Seriously, have you ever thought about what it “would...