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Mom Tips

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Welcome to Mom Tips, your 60-second dose of positive parenting content from the team at Mom.com. Created with your busy morning routine in mind, these hacks and motherhood anecdotes are perfect to listen to while you're scrambling to get your family up and out of the house!

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How My Son and I Made It Through a Week of Icky Sickness

My mom instincts are always on high alert. They’re ready to protect my son from stuff like meanies at school, kids unwilling to share, and pesky germs. Now that he’s growing up, protecting him from all the things feels impossible.

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Dec 14, 2023
Why You Should Bake Christmas Cookies With Your Kids

Nothing evokes the spirit of Christmas more than the delectable aroma of freshly-baked cookies wafting from the kitchen.

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Dec 13, 2023
My Baby Was 1 Month Old During Her First Christmas, and Yes, We Bought Her Gifts

Our first child arrived just six weeks before Christmas. Inevitably, after someone would ooh and ahh over our tiny newborn, they would then say, “You don’t have to get her anything for Christmas. She won’t remember it.”

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Dec 12, 2023
Parents, You Have Permission to Stop Forcing Flashcards on Your Toddler

Now, more than ever, parents are pushing their children to work harder and faster, whether that’s because of the lasting effects of the pandemic leaving some kids behind, or from a drive for their kids to succeed, toddlers included.

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Dec 11, 2023
What Is Hanukkah and Why Is It Celebrated?

Jewish people around the world celebrate Hanukkah, beginning each year on the 25th of the Hebrew month of Kislev, and continue for the next eight days.

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Dec 07, 2023
Marriage Success in a Nutshell

When my husband and I chose marriage, we chose to become a united partnership. His problems became mine, my joys became his.

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Dec 06, 2023
Can I Go Swimming While Pregnant?

Exercising during pregnancy has always been questioned, but now, we know it’s actually a great thing. While it is important for a mother to pace themselves and drink plenty of water when working out, being active can lead to a healthier pregnancy.

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Dec 05, 2023
This New Shoe Could Help Kids Who Are Learning to Walk

Nike just revealed that they're releasing a new shoe for emerging walkers called the Nike Swoosh, which could be a game changer for the little ones in your life.

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Dec 04, 2023
Moms, Listen To Your Gut When It Comes To Parenting

Like many other moms, my first night home with my baby was a nightmare.

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Nov 30, 2023
What's the Difference Between Immunization and Vaccination?

Between illnesses like COVID, RSV, and flu, it's becoming increasingly important to get vaccinated.

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Nov 29, 2023
Signals That Indicate an Infant Is Choking

Choking is the fourth leading cause of unintentional death in children under the age of 5. Hopefully, this is a situation you never find yourself in, but just in case, it’s essential to know the basics.

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Nov 28, 2023
It’s OK to Say No to Traveling With Your Infant This Christmas

‘Tis the season for celebrating the holidays with your infant! Everyone wants to snuggle your bundle of joy, perhaps even seeing your baby for the first time. But does that mean traveling?

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Nov 27, 2023
Why I Won't Be Cooking Thanksgiving Dinner for My Family

With the holiday music turned up to 11, I’m creating family timetables and schedules so we can get in as much uninterrupted quality time as possible. Then I remember the one thing that will interrupt us: the cooking.

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Nov 23, 2023
Signs of Toxic Shock Syndrome

Toxic shock syndrome is a rare but serious condition that occurs when staph or strep bacteria enter a person’s body through an opening in their skin.

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Nov 22, 2023
I Don't Check My Kids' Grades and I Don't Judge Their Report Cards

I was a very average student in school. My parents weren’t super strict about my grades, but every time I saw my report card, I’d feel a little ashamed about it.

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Nov 21, 2023
Breastfeeding After Breast Cancer Is Possible

There are an estimated 4 million breast cancer survivors in the United States, and many of them are young enough that they hope to become mothers someday and wonder if they’ll still be able to breastfeed after cancer.

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Nov 20, 2023
5 Things You Should Tell Your Teen on a Regular Basis to Help Improve Your Connection

Teens need your support now more than ever. They may even be the most vulnerable they've ever been as they attempt to take the leap from child to adult. Here are five things you can say to them to help make the most of your time together.

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Nov 17, 2023
How to Tell Your Kids You're Pregnant

If you have other children, you may be wondering when and how to tell your kids they’re going to have a new sibling.

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Nov 16, 2023
It's Time We Talk About 'Single Mommy Brain'

There’s only room for so much. I wish I had different compartments where everything stayed separate, but that’s not how a mom’s brain works, much less a single mom’s brain.

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Nov 15, 2023
How to Talk to Children About the Violence in Israel and Gaza

The news has been consumed with the devastation from the Israel-Hamas War that broke out earlier this month. It can feel overwhelming as a parent to know how to navigate our own feelings around the war, let alone know how to shield or inform our own children about what is happening.

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Nov 14, 2023
Can My Baby Eat Sesame Seeds?

In 2023, sesame was designated as a major food allergen, which means that food labels are now required to list sesame as an ingredient.

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Nov 13, 2023
5 Ways to Start Talking to Your Kids About Money

Here are five every-day ways to get that conversation going.

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Nov 10, 2023
The 411 on Non-dairy Milks for You and Your Family

Whether it’s because of food allergies, veganism, or environmental concerns, non-dairy milk is increasingly becoming a part of our daily dietary needs.

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Nov 09, 2023
Study Says Most Common Antidepressants Are Safe to Take While Pregnant

According to the study, researchers followed the health and well-being of 145,702 women and their children for more than 14 years. In all cases, the mothers lived in the United States and had taken some form of prescribed antidepressant before, during, and after their pregnancies.

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Nov 08, 2023
High Protein Snacks to Reduce Morning Sickness

Many of us consider morning sickness  "just one of those pregnancy things" we have to deal with. But it's also possible to ease symptoms through diet, and choosing high-protein snack foods can help — especially since the nausea can last all day long.

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Nov 07, 2023
I Ended My First Long-Term Relationship After Divorce & My Kids Are Crushed All Over Again

My ex-boyfriend was the first man I introduced to my kids, two years after my divorce. I was in love and thought there was a real chance we’d be together for a long time.

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Nov 06, 2023
5 Ways to Make More Mom Friends

Try a few of these, and you’re bound to have as many coffee meet-ups on the calendar as your child has playdates.

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Nov 03, 2023
5 Packing Essentials for a Family Trip Abroad This Holiday Season

Here's a list of 5 essential items that every family should pack in their carry-on before leaving for the airport this winter.

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Nov 02, 2023
Why It’s Important To Observe Native American Heritage Month

November is Native American Heritage Month and Native American history, despite being stained with pain, is full of triumphs, and resilience.

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Nov 01, 2023
How To Prepare Pandemic Babies for Preschool

There’s no question that the pandemic changed every aspect of our daily lives, including the level of support new moms had with their children.

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Oct 31, 2023