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‘I want everyone to be smiling’. This little girl asks her divorced parents to get along

It is the age-old struggle for divorced parents; dealing with arguments that naturally come with the dissolution of a relationship but trying to remain civil for the sake of the children. Sometimes it’s easy to forget how much the fighting and bickering can affect the kids.

6-year-old Tiana explains, quite eloquently, what she wants to see from her parents and how she doesn’t like to see them fighting. It all started with a fallen shoe rack which ignited a fight … Keep Reading!!!

Watch this couple announce their pregnancy by creating a horror movie trailer

When you spend your life photographing weddings and putting your creativity to work for others you just have to go all out for your own big news. And nothing’s bigger than announcing your first child is on its way! California photographers, Judy and Gavin Holt took that challenge head on creating a horror movie trailer for their announcement.

Surprisingly, neither of them started out as photographers. Gavin is a UCLA engineering graduate who was a hobby photographer. Judy has … Keep Reading!!!

The 3 pieces of advice we need to stop giving new parents

When speaking to a new parent, or parent to be, it seems to be human nature to offer advice, everything to the best postpartum girdle to co-sleeping in up for discussion. For most, it boils down to the same three pieces of advice. And trust me when I said, you aren’t the first person to tell them this, and you won’t be the last. We have all done it. I recognize that it really does come from a good place … Keep Reading!!!

Check out this badass traffic stopping breastfeeding photo

Imagine driving through downtown Chicago, on one side of the road you see the iconic Tribune Building, then you turn your head and seeing a group of women, standing in the middle of the road, nursing their babies. This is exactly the scenario that Abby, also known as The Badass Breastfeeder, envisioned and brought to life.

Abby was inspired by all the beautiful group breastfeeding photos which have been circulating recently, and decided to set one up for local … Keep Reading!!!

New ad campaign shames breastfeeding moms about their diets

A new photo series from the Pediatric Society of Rio Grande (SPRS) is stirring up controversy and for good reason. What they claim is an attempt to encourage new moms to eat healthy actually comes off as shaming and guilting and encouraging moms to stop breastfeeding if they aren’t eating perfectly.

On the organization’s website they defend their campaign by speaking of the importance to educate and inform mothers about “procedures necessary for proper nutrition”. The whole campaign could be … Keep Reading!!!

Confessions of an Attachment-Parenting Nanny

By: Anonymous

I am a student who focuses on child development and parenting in an evolutionary context, so when I decided to become a nanny, I specifically sought out a family that practices evidence-based, “attachment”-style parenting. Since I am not a parent yet myself (suitable bachelors inquire within), I’ve heretofore only “practiced” attachment parenting principles in a peripheral sort of way (wearing my friends babies, etc). I am therefore super excited to finally have the chance to test the scientific … Keep Reading!!!

‘We are not “still” nursing, we are just nursing’

Standing in front of the mirror, right after a shower, seeing your every imperfection staring back at you from the fog covered glass. We’ve all done this. Just stood there wishing we could change this and that. Our bodies do so much for us and demonstrate immeasurable strength. Yet we spend so much time thinking about how we can look better, rather than celebrating who we are. While there are often outside pressures from media and other women, we tend … Keep Reading!!!

‘Umbrella Dad’ wins adoration of parents with a simple act of love

With his briefcase and lunch in one hand, this drenched dad has gone viral for keeping his son dry.

Of course, he could have just carried his son and had his son hold the umbrella and both stayed dry. Umbrella user level – amateur. Dad level – swoon.

“Umbrella Dad” did leave us with an adorable photo but what it says goes beyond just the simple gesture of keeping his son dry while sacrificing himself to the rain. … Keep Reading!!!

A California moving company helps domestic violence victims relocate for free

Leaving an abusive situation can be extremely scary and difficult. Meathead Movers, based in California, are doing their part to help victims of domestic-abuse get out safely and are issuing a challenge to other business to help out as well.

Aaron and Evan Steed founded the company in 1997, while in high school. Their fee back then was what you’d expect from 2 high school kids – $20 and a pizza. Since then they have gone a bit more … Keep Reading!!!

Active duty military moms help normalize breastfeeding

These military moms, stationed at Fort Bliss, gathered last week to participate in this beautiful photo shoot which was thoughtfully planned out by Tara Ruby Photography to celebrate the ability to be a military member and still enjoy the bond of breastfeeding.

Breastfeeding their babies doesn’t make them less of a soldier, I believe it makes them a better one. Juggling the tasks and expectations of a soldier, plus providing for their own in the best way they possibly can,

… Keep Reading!!!

Twin types and why it’s important to know the difference

Twins account for 90% of multiple births but there is still so much misinformation among the public about twin pregnancies. People often think there are only two typical types of twins: Identical and Fraternal. There are actually 7 twin types but 3 common, and only 2 allow you to know if they are identical or fraternal prior to birth.

Monoamniotic/Monochorionic (mo/mo)

Mo/Mo twins share a sac and a placenta. These twins are always identical. Mo/Mo occurs when the egg splits … Keep Reading!!!