Posts tagged: In Real Life

Heading to Boston with your littles in tow? If so, you're in the right place. Jessica Klein, the lovely face behind Oh I Design, knows a thing or two about family-friendly activities and attractions around town...and she was kind enough to walk us through some of our favorites.Jessica is definitely qualified to speak to the mom-friendly vibe of the city: The Boston native and her daughter, Evie, are regularly out and about (need proof? Look no further than Jessica's Instagram feed) — and soon she'll have another addition to tote...

Cara Lemieux was, by her own admission, 'the opposite of married' when she got pregnant with her first child. The pregnancy wasn't planned, but she found herself loving her role as a single mom — so much so that she decided to use a sperm donor to conceive a baby boy years later. Now, she's a successful mom of two who even gave a TEDx Talk inspired by her experience as a single mom. We caught up with Cara to hear what solo parenting has really been like, and here's...

Welcome to Mom’s the Word! We know you’re busy, so we’ve distilled this week’s top headlines in motherhood into this quick recap. Here’s all the news you need to know now: Is there another Kardashian kid coming soon? Kim Kardashian just revealed that Scott Disick allegedly wants to have more kids with Kourtney Kardashian. And here's the kicker: Kourtney is apparently open to having more babies as well. Time will tell! Staying within those weight gain guidelines during pregnancy can be tough — but according to a new study, the...

You've already shopped the registry for a perfect baby shower gift — but what do you do for the new mama in your life who just welcomed her bundle of joy? We love the idea of getting a new mother a thoughtful gift to show her you're thinking of her during an incredibly special (yet overwhelming!) time in her life. Our advice? Consider stepping away from the practical. She's likely up to her ears in newborn gear and baby gifts (think car seats, strollers, monitors, and baby clothes) and would...

Returning to work after a significant hiatus isn't easy...especially after you've had a baby. Whether you're heartbroken to see maternity leave end or eager to return to the swing of things, getting back to the grind is an adjustment. It can be especially tricky for nursing mamas — because even though breastfeeding mothers are legally entitled to break times and private spaces to pump (check your rights here), the actual conditions can vary between professions and workplaces.We're talking to real women about what they really faced when returning to work...

Welcome to Mom’s the Word! We know you’re busy, so we’ve distilled this week’s top headlines in motherhood into this quick recap. Here’s all the news you need to know now: It's a girl! Jessica Simpson is pregnant with her third baby — she and husband Eric Johnson already have two kids. The singer-turned-designer announced the happy news on Instagram, saying her family 'couldn’t be happier to announce this precious blessing of life.' We all know about the benefits of implementing a bedtime for your little ones. But new research...

Can you imagine conceiving, carrying and birthing a baby who will be raised by someone else? Surrogacy—an amazing trend helping mamas who might not otherwise have been able to bring their own biological kids into the world— is getting more attention, but how does the process work?We spoke with surrogate who held nothing back—from questions about how she became pregnant to potential attachment issues with the child, here's what she had to say.What led you to surrogacy?When I was having my own babies, I was pregnant with twins. I lost...

Let's talk infertility — today's post was written by an M+A staffer who is currently pregnant after undergoing fertility treatment. We won't tell you all scientific stuff — your doctor is there for that. But we'll share some of the lesser-known facts about conceiving after infertility in the hopes that it may prepare you if you're going through it yourself. Infertility is a big, scary word — and the experience of it is every bit as scary, stressful and painful as the term suggests. But here's the most important thing...

If you're facing impending parenthood, you're likely weighing a lot of tricky choices. From 'which stroller is best for my family?' to 'home birth or hospital birth?', there's a LOT to think about before your family expands...and while pregnancy can feel like a long process, the end comes at you faster than you'd think!One of the biggest questions expectant parents deal with is the whole issue of childcare...you can choose between enrolling your little one in daycare or hiring a nanny...or you (or your partner!) could opt to stay home...

Welcome to Mom’s the Word! We know you’re busy, so we’ve distilled this week’s top headlines in motherhood into this quick recap. Here’s all the news you need to know now: Bless her heart. Kiera Knightley just revealed that her three-year-old daughter, Edie, is still not sleeping through the night. She may not for a few more years, at least if she's anything like her mama — Kiera admitted that she herself didn't sleep well until age 6. The good news? Like most mamas, Kiera managed to shock herself with...