Category: Commentary

Fat Shaming Moms and Unjust Judgments

Fat shaming is nothing new, but after bringing a baby into the world and dealing with extra weight that doesn’t want to come off, you gain a new perspective along with the pounds. You realize that your extra fluff does not necessarily mean you’re unhealthy – in fact, you could...

This is Why You’re an Awesome Mom

Everyone has a rough day once in a while. We all doubt our abilities sometimes, or wish things weren’t the way they are, or wish we could do better or be better people. The truth is, we probably beat ourselves up too much. Parenting is hard! You’re doing far better...

Breastfeeding Photos Still a Facebook Concern

Just a couple months ago in March, Facebook amended their photo guidelines to allow breastfeeding photos to be displayed on the website. This was great news both for mothers interested in sharing breastfeeding selfies as well as photographers specializing in or featuring mothers and parenthood. However, apparently Facebook’s policies are...

Things You Learn While Raising Children

When you first become a mother, you embark on an incredible journey that only other mothers understand. You learn so much more about yourself, your family, and life in general – things you’ll never forget. This funny gif article at She Knows features 23 things you learn on this crazy...

Why Yoga Pants Are the Best Mom Pants

Your list of priorities changes big time when you become a parent. You could be the trendiest, most stylish woman in town, but when baby comes and your pretty clothes end up covered in spit-up and baby poop you start to rethink your wardrobe. While some people say you shouldn’t...

Incredible Mother Breastfeeds Triplets

For most moms, breastfeeding one hungry baby is challenging. There might be latch issues, supply problems, too much nursing, not enough nursing, and nursing all hours of the night. Add a second baby to the mix and you double the fun and frustration, but triplets are hard to imagine! That’s...

Why is it bad to look good after pregnancy?

A photo of Kate Middleton in pumps and dress on the day of her daughter’s birth has been stirring an interesting controversy. Some mothers are raging about how she’s setting unrealistic standards for other moms, while others can’t comprehend how she looks so good post partum. It’s not royal magic,...