Parent Health + Relationship

‘Tis the Season for Conception

It’s that special time of year for positive pregnancy tests

Romance in the Age of Diaper Duty

4 unexpected ways parenthood can change a marriage, for better or worse

Survey Finds Nearly 40 Percent of Wash. Parents Quit Work or Got Fired After Having Kids

Lack of affordable child care is costing our state’s economy billions of dollars a year

Surgeon General Declares Parental Stress a Public Health Crisis

Moms are especially at risk, Portland pediatrician says

How to Handle a Difficult Prenatal Diagnosis

Expert advice for families facing an unexpected prenatal test result

Caught in the Act?

What to do when your kids walk in on you having sex

Managing Tantrums and Anxiety in Kids: Expert Tips

Parenting strategies to help kids of all ages cope and thrive

Gentle Parenting Can Be Really Hard on Parents, Research Suggests

Could this sweet approach to child-rearing do more harm than good?

You Won’t Believe How Much Seattle Babysitters Make

See how Seattle compares to the national average

How to Raise World-Class Children

Insights from a Singaporean mom on 'kangaroo parenting' and the smartest kids in the world

Beyond Tiger Moms and Attachment Dads

7 Seattle-area parents share how their stories shape their parenting style

My Family Gave Up Birthday Parties

Stress-free ideas for memorable celebrations from a relieved mom

Summer Camp Changed My Life

A mom remembers the magic and mischief of summers in the wild

You CAN Make Mom Friends in Seattle!

5 creative ideas for thawing the “Freeze”

A Default Parent’s Guide to Sharing the Load

How to make parenting a bit more equitable

Spring Forward: Tips to Help Kids Adjust to the Time Change

Don’t be sleepless this spring

Parents’ Night Out! Drop-Off Evening Care for Kids

You get a date night, your kids have a blast. Deal?

Simple Habits That Keep Romance Alive When You’re a Busy Parent

John Gottman, Ph.D., shares his expert advice

Day Spas, Retreats and Getaways Where Moms Can Reset and Restore

9 spots where Puget Sound mothers can make self-care their top priority

How One Local Dad Created a Community Group for Dads

Find community through a dads group

A Widow Shares Her Journey in the Dating World

Dating in your late 40s with two school-age kids can be complicated

The Benefits of a Kid-Free Vacation

A little time away is good for everyone

Burnout Prevention as a Component of Family Planning

3 steps to sharing the load

Never Argue in Front of the Kids, Says This Relationship Expert

A relationship guru shares his expert advice

Call the Sitter: This Is Not Your Average Valentine’s Day Date

Low-key and offbeat Valentine’s Day date ideas — with or without the kids

The Vast Conspiracy Against Date Night in Marriage

Tips for taking back your time and connection with your partner

Need a Little Romance? Where to Get Away as a Couple

Four Seattle-area destinations to get away from it all

Maintaining Mental Health During the Holiday Season

Reducing the stress of ‘the holiday blues’ is a gift for the whole family

The 15-Minute Routine That Changes Everything

How to make the 5 o’clock witching hour less stressful

Mom Dating: 5 Tips for Finding a Mom Friend

A serial mom dater offers advice for building your mom tribe

Awesome Hobbies for Seattle-Area Moms to Try

Take a little time for yourself and pursue a new hobby or interest

Just Say ‘No’ (To All the Things Cluttering Up Your Life)

Reclaim joy and fulfillment with this small but mighty word

Why Are Moms So Lonely? (And What to Do About It)

How to feel less alone and make real connections that last

10 Products to Help You Look Alive Again

Face creams, serums and exfoliants to give your skin a boost

Decoding the So-Called ‘Sex Recession’

How a partnership mindset shift may be the secret to restoring intimacy

4 Ways to Find Compassion for Your Kids When They’re Driving You Nuts

Practical tips for keeping your cool

The Best New Year’s Resolution for Parents Is Self-Compassion

How to start the new year on the right foot for you and your kids

When You Don’t Parent the Same Way as Your Partner

Because being in a relationship wasn't hard enough already

10 Tips to Beat the Post-Holiday Blues

For those of us feeling kinda down after the holidays are over

Why Don’t Men Take Paternity Leave?

And what can we do to change that?

7 Ultra-Easy Ways to Be a Role Model for Your Kids

Conscious-parenting habits foster connection with your crew

Know the Signs of Ovarian and Breast Cancer

Local organization advances its mission to save women’s lives through cancer research and education

Take Care of Those Pearly Whites

Don't forget about your teeth during pregnancy

Why You Should Fail More at Life

How to let go of expectations and rediscover what’s really important in life

Overloaded by the Mental Load? 3 Strategies for Feeling Less Overwhelmed

How to reduce your mental load and improve your relationship

7 Creative Ideas for Your Next Parents’ Night Out

Sip wine, get crafty and have some fun

The Case for Scheduling Sex

3 reasons why scheduled sex is better sex

Ways to Address Prying Questions About Your Family Makeup

A guide for the ‘mismatched’ modern family

Angry With Your Spouse? Do These 3 Things

How to turn resentment and frustration into positive problem-solving

Build Relationship Resilience With Three Simple but Important Practices

Tips for strengthening your marriage — even in tough times

A Low-Conflict Approach to Being Radically Honest With Your Partner

How to ask for what you need without triggering a fight

20 Two-Minute Ways to Get Playful

Easy ways to lighten up your daily routine

The New Parenting Trends That Are Here to Stay

Dr. Harvey Karp reveals the new norms of parenting

The Pandemic Has Been Isolating — Parent Education and Support Can Help

You might benefit from these forms of parent support

How to De-Stress, Reconnect and Have More Fun With Your Partner

Turn partnership woes into wins, even during a pandemic

The Best Workout Apps for Busy Parents

How to get the most out of fitness apps

How Hormonal Fluctuations Could Be Impacting Your Mental Health

Feeling off-balance? Read this.

40 Self-Care Tips for Worn-Out Parents

Simple relaxation techniques that only take a few minutes

Can You Be Too Empathetic as a Parent?

Yes, and it can be bad for your health

Vitamin D Levels During Pregnancy Linked with Child IQ

Plus, study shows disparities among Black women

5 Tips to Combat Parental Burnout

Small changes to help prevent becoming overwhelmed

Postpartum Depression During a Pandemic

Supporting women during the vulnerable first weeks of parenthood

Marriage in the Time of Quarantine

Parents find joy in the little things during stressful times

Creating a “Zone of Privacy” Is Essential for Teletherapy

Ten ideas for creating a private space for teletherapy in your home

5 Things Emotionally Intelligent Parents Don't Do

Raising emotionally intelligent kids starts with you

Expert Tips for Managing Family Conflict During Quarantine

When sheltering in place feels like a ticking time bomb

Feeling Stir-Crazy: Why Being at Home Doesn’t Relieve Stress

Tips for creating calm in the chaos

One Dad’s Social-Distancing Diary

Highlights from the first month at home

3 Strategies for Reducing Parental Anxiety During Stressful Times

Simple mindfulness tips to get you through

Resources to Help Families During the COVID-19 Crisis

Organizations offering essential assistance to families

7 Genius Ideas to Help Overcome the Loneliness of Social Distancing

Creative ways to increase fun, generosity and connection during the coronavirus crisis

Sharing the Parenting Load 50/50 — Is It Possible?

Division of workload still has a gender imbalance

How to Use Positive Self-Talk to Improve Your Child’s Academic Performance

Four ways to start applying positive self-talk today

7 Fantastic Field Trips for Seattle-Area Grown-Ups

No permission slip needed for these creative outings and workshops for parents

A New Chain of Spas Offers Cheap Childcare

We're just here for the uninterrupted naptime

The Surprising Power of Self-Compassion

Are you being kind to yourself?

5 Ways to Promote a Positive Body Image for Kids

Building body positivity starts at home

5 Ways to Survive a Mom Sick Day

Enjoying a quiet, restful day in bed isn't an option for most moms. So what’s a sick mom to do?

Mommy Wine Culture Isn’t Cute or Funny

Wine o’clock is a problem — not a solution — for Mom

Separation Anxiety in Adults: When Goodbye Is the Hardest Word

4 expert tips for managing parental separation anxiety

Hey, Mama, Is Your Period Having a Midlife Crisis?

Why menstruation can be worse during midlife, and what you can do about it

A Doula Talks About Miscarriage

After five miscarriages, a Washington state doula shares her advice

When Grandma Has a Favorite

How to deal with grandparents who don’t play fair

6 Tips (and 3 Strategies) to Help Your Anxious Kid

Go beyond "You'll be fine"

The Lowdown on ‘Man Flu’ and How to Survive When Both Parents Are Sick

Why men might experience the flu differently

New Parents: Here’s What You Need to Know About Your Sex Life

Psst: It really does get better

It's Official: 'Seattle Freeze' Is a Thing

What's so wrong with our chilly reputation?

My Mid-Life Mom Makeover in 5 Steps

A local mom breaks out of her rut

The Dirty Marriage Secret No One Talks About

Dishes and relationship stress

Baby on Board

New project promotes safe, informed birth practices

Think Music Lessons Are a Waste of Time? Think Again

It's not just brain benefits; one dad on another important reason music rocks

Yes, You Can Get Your Degree and Have a Kid

Local Northeastern University campus offers flexible programs and options for new parents

Estate Planning 101

Where there’s a will, there’s a will

It's Time to Rethink Seattle-Area Snow Day School Closures

There has to be a better way

The Snip: The Ultimate Valentine's Day Gift

The one gift your partner really wants you to get her

If We’re Expected to Do Our Jobs, Why Can’t They?

A Seattle mom on the true cost of the government shutdown

Sorry Marie Kondo, Tidying May Be Life-Changing, but I’m Not Doing It

In defense of a hot-mess household

Gillette's New Must-Watch Ad Will Give You All the Feels

“Is this the best a man can get?”

When to Worry About Childhood Headaches

What to look out for and when to seek medical advice

If the Holidays Are About Rest, Why Am I So Busy?

A mother's plea to relax this season

This Year, Let’s Have a Good-Enough Holiday

The best gift of all? Sanity

Making the Holidays Work When You're Divorced

How to get through the holidays and keep the peace

Are You a Distracted Parent?

Why looking at your phone when the kids are around actually matters

Tell Your Mom Friends About This ASAP

Why you need to know about pelvic floor physical therapy

4 Easy Gratitude Practices to Start This Fall

Because what better season for it, right?

5 Ways Living in Germany Has Changed My Parenting

It's okay to punch the bully?

Get Your Family Through the 2018 Flu Season

Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson of Seattle Children's offers her advice

Single Parent and Trying to Date?

There's free child care at this "not creepy" mixer just for you

Why This Black Mom Decided to Leave the U.S.

Looking for more and better options for her child, this mother moves abroad

Anxious Child? How to Help

What to look for and what to do

Stop Putting Your Child’s Needs Ahead of Your Own

It pays off for everyone

Are You a Happy Parent?

Author KJ Dell’Antonia shares the recipe for easier parenting

The Surprising Thing That I Learned After Infertility

"Infertility has influenced every part of motherhood for me."

Why You Shouldn’t Skip Out on That Birthday Party

A response to the plea of Rachel Hollis of The Chic Site

Cool News From Families of Color Seattle: Affinity Parent Groups

Local organization has launched new groups this summer with more on the way

My Daughter Is Leaving for College and I'm the One Who Gained the Freshman 15

Two weeks before her daughter leaves for college, this woman realizes how she's coping

Don't Let Busy Family Schedules Kill Your Love Life

6 ways to make date night actually happen

Flexible Work Schedules? This Matters Most According to New Study

A researcher at the University of Washington on swing shifts and parenting

Postpartum Mood Disorder: 4 Ways I Help

A new dad talks about life after baby arrives

Do You Need a Midwife?

Top questions and answers about midwife-assisted delivery

When Your Friend Spanks Their Kid

How to talk about it

Why You Should Hire a Postpartum Doula

Find support in your fourth trimester with a postpartum doula

The Heartbreak You May Not Know But Should Understand

Local woman creates a powerful film about losing a child

What Parents Need to Know About Suicide

5 questions with a local doctor

Talking to Our Kids About Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain

Because not talking about suicide is worse

Your Momspiration for the Week

The tennis pro's powerful message for moms

When Dinner Out With Your Partner Isn't What It Used to Be

Advice: Date your spouse

I Am an Ambitious Woman

5 questions with the author

7 Success Strategies for Working Moms

On the list: Be kind to yourself

Discussing Violence With Your Child

An age-by-age guide

5 Questions With This Exec on Maternity Leave

Meet Sarah Scherzer

Meet This CEO Mom

5 questions with Heidi Durham

To the Woman Who Raised Me to Be Confident

"I wasn't raised to be ashamed of my heritage or my skin."

"Staying at Home Is Not Some Kind of Giving Up"

4 questions with illustrator and SAHM Betsy Zou

The Best Mom Advice That I Ever Got

"Stitch this on a sampler and put it where you can see it."

How This Documentary Will Help Your Family

Scilla Andreen of "Angst" shares what makes the movie so special

5 Questions With This Ambitious Woman

5 questions with researcher, mother and author Hana Schank

5 Things to Avoid Saying to Adoptive Parents

"But what if...?"

Free Local Event Celebrates Family Mental Health

Seattle Children's hosts a Mental Wellness Fair

Why I Unplugged

A mom reassesses what she's getting from social media

What Parents Need to Know About Strokes

It's more common than you think

Go Have a Mom-Venture (With or Without the Kids)

These are good ideas even when it isn’t Mother’s Day

How I Told My Kids About My Cancer Diagnosis

“Oh, so it’s like Mommy has a weed in her brain.”

How to Be a Nanny When You Don't Love Kids

Parents, you'll like these too

Mothering in the Middle

As her mother succumbs to Alzheimer’s, a woman reflects on their relationship

New Book Offers Hilarious Advice for Pregnant Women

A Q&A with the authors of 'Say No to Placenta Pics'

6 People Changing the World of Learning Differences and Special Needs

What you need to know about their work

Being a Millennial Mom Seriously Sucks

"There’s just too much else to do."

A Psychologist's Take on Raising Resilient Kids

Rick Hanson on his new book "Resilient"

Terminal Cancer Taught Me This About Motherhood

“Do I want my kids to see me dying in front of them or truly living as the mother they recognize?”

Take Your Teens to See Lindy West

The Seattle author takes the stage on April 15

What Millennial Parents Need to Know About Health Insurance

Things get even more confusing when you add kids to the mix

What Seattle Parents Need to Know About Racism

A Q&A with Seattle parent and author Ijeoma Oluo

7 Things to Never Say About Money

Married financial planners offer their advice

For My Newborn As I Battle Postpartum Mood Disorder

A letter from a mother to her infant son

5 Mistakes Women Make During Divorce

Don’t get screwed figuring out finances

Having It All: For a Mom, There's No Such Thing

One mom reflects on the mental toll of her ideal life

Trump’s SNAP Plans Box Families In

'Don’t people who are financially struggling still deserve to make food choices for themselves?'

You Can Have It All (As Long As You Forget About Having Most of It)

How one mom shifted away from being #blessed to finding balance

It's Not in Your Head: The Health Impacts of Childhood Adversity

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris opens up about childhood trauma — and how to heal

Women and Girls Are Often Overlooked for This Diagnosis

Should you (or your daughter) be tested?

How Parents Can Combat the Stress Epidemic

Laura Kastner, Ph.D., talks strategies for getting to calm

Are You an Auto-Pilot Parent?

Why it's worth it to pause (if only for a moment)

I Never Cared About Valentine's Day — Until I Had Kids

“All those people celebrating were just parents. Parents desperate for a moment alone.”

Consent Is a Conversation for Every Age

Don’t wait until they’re a teen to have this talk

What My Sexual Assault Taught Me About Raising a Daughter

A mother refuses to pass her fears on

When Sex Hurts

What to do when it’s more “ouch” than “ahhh”

Our Sons Need Men to Open Up About Depression and Suicide

The death of WSU quarterback Tyler Hilinski is a call to action

A Husband's Take on Miscarriage

"We’ll always carry it with us"

4 Life Hacks From a First-Time Stepmom

First, leave jealousy at the altar

Parents Have More of a Tech Problem Than Kids

We can't just talk the talk

Hey, Alexa! Does My Baby Have a Cold?

Health care is going virtual, but is that a good thing for families?

Every Marriage Needs a Checkup Sometimes

Join us for a lecture with John Gottman, Ph.D.

3 Parenting Resolutions for the New Year

As we reflect on the year past, and dream of the year ahead, here are three parenting intentions worth setting

All I Want for Christmas Is to Be Left Alone

'It got to the point where I began to actually empathize with the Grinch'

12 Tips for Finding Joy This Holiday Season

Tame the holiday circus with these simple strategies

Now That I’m a Parent, Facebook Isn’t Fun

It used to be all memes and wedding pics — then parenting took over

I'm Not Lucky to Share Custody of My Kids

Co-parenting isn't a blessing for every family

Do This for the Pregnant Women You Know

10 totally worth it splurges

Stop Shaming Moms Who Work From Home

Modern moms are criticized for choices that don't feel like choices at all

I Ate My Placenta and It Actually Worked

"I am encapsulating my placenta. Please set aside to be put on ice."

Put an End to Complaining (Even Yours)

What one mom learned when her child asked her to stop complaining

Reese Witherspoon Got It Wrong About Mommy Bloggers

This is about lifting all women up

5 Beauty Hacks for Busy Moms

Here's how to fit a beauty routine into your busy schedule

6 Parenting Lessons from 6 Women You Should Know

Soccer great Abby Wambach and wife Glennon Doyle open up during Seattle event

Why Is It So Easy to Be a Good Dad?

Moms seem to get a bad rap in fiction and in life

How to Parent Like a Scandinavian

New parenting book offers a Swedish perspective on balancing screen time and green time

How to Support Your Friends with Breast Cancer

Julia Louis-Dreyfus's son pens touching note after his mom's diagnosis

How Sexy Is Too Sexy for Moms on Social Media?

Celeb mom Jenna Dewan Tatum draws fire for sharing a lingerie shot

Giveaway: 'The Co-Parenting Handbook'

Discover strategies to help you confidently tackle the challenges of co-parenting

Why It’s OK to Yell Sometimes

A Q&A with clinical psychologist Chris McCurry

Stressed Out by School Costs? You're Not the Only One

Parents are working more and making less time for fun to keep up with education costs

What This Trans Mom Wishes You Knew

'The biggest challenge hasn't been my gender transition at all'

12 Ways to Keep Your Summer Chill

Fall's coming, but the good times don't have to end

Here's Exactly How Much Sleep You've Lost as a Parent

No wonder we're all hanging on by a thread — or latte

These Trendy Moms Don't Want to Be Called "Mom"

All of these women share the same rule: don’t call me mom

What Breastfeeding Means to This Black Mom

Breastfeeding journeys often look different for Black parents

Please Stop Complimenting My Post-Baby Body

The underside of “You look so good now!” is “You looked so bad before!”

The Ultimate Guide to Surviving the First Day of Preschool

1. Get their clothes from the closest dumpster.

5 Inconvenient Truths for New Parents

Buckle up

RHOC Daughter Blames Mom's Social Media Posts for Their Split

How much is too much?

Moms Are So Tired They're Willing to Pay for Sleep

New survey finds that moms would pay $107 for better shut-eye

Expectant and New Parents, This Is for You!

Latest research, hottest gear, best baby outings

What Do I Do About My Kid’s Swearing?

We swear this will help

Parents, Here’s Your Summer Reading List

These 7 reads will keep you captivated all season

Parents' Night Out in the South Sound: Creative Alternatives to Babysitters

You get a night out, your kids have a blast. Deal?

'Good Girls Marry Doctors' — Growing Up South Asian American

Author Piyali Bhattacharya visits Elliott Bay Book Company

The Thing That Older Moms Need to Talk About


One word: hormones

Let Go of the Guilt

In pursuit of being the good-enough mother

How Genetic Technologies Are Changing the Way We Have Kids

A Q&A with author Bonnie Rochman on her new book

What to Expect From This Year's MamaCon

The annual event in Bellevue celebrates its sixth year

When Conceiving Again Isn’t Easy

Secondary infertility affects 3 million American women — why aren’t we talking about it?

As Easy as A, B, C-Section

The gentle cesarean birth delivers

Why This Grassroots Organizer (and Mom) Remains Optimistic

A conversation with Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner of MomsRising

When Your Child Has a 'Favorite Parent'

Having a child show preference for one parent over another can hurt — here's how to handle the situation

How Becoming a Single Parent Improved My Finances

'Living alone with my kids and financing our life alone, I created a sensible budget that met our needs'

You Can’t Do Everything But You Can Do This

Balancing activism and parenting while keeping your sanity

Taking Back Birth

A mother's first birth goes radically different than she hoped

21 Things Only People Living With Kids Will Understand

What cohabiting with little monsters really feels like

Free Event! Come Learn About Your Paid Leave Options

Meet MomsRising CEO Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner

Pain Pills: The Risk of Having Them Around the House

New collection systems help you keep potentially deadly opioids away from kids

The Parenting Decision No One Talks About

Moms share their stories of abortion before and during motherhood

Yes, You Can Exercise With Your Kids

Find time for fitness no matter your child's age

Why Your Family Should Write a Mission Statement

Use this season of reflection to plan ahead for the new year

12 Tips for Skipping Family Drama This Holiday Season

Festivities without the fighting — make them happen with this advice on how to navigate emotional ups and downs with family members

Seattle Company Is Nation’s Friendliest for New Mothers

Paid parental leave remains elusive but these companies offer some help

How My Family Survived My Husband’s Suicide

A mother shares how she and her two young daughters discuss mental health and depression after losing a loved one to suicide

Celebrating the Love That Gets Us Through

10 years after cancer, a family heads to a Marymoor obstacle course to raise money for blood cancer research

What's New, Flu? Here's What You Need to Know About the Flu Shot

5 things parents should know about keeping their children healthy

When It Comes to Body Image, You Are Your Child’s Greatest Influence

A daughter's confession inspires a mother to change

Local Group Helps Northwest Moms

Moms to Moms Seattle offers a community for those facing disease

A Baby Name By Any Other Name

Is giving a baby the mother's surname still a controversy?

Three Suggestions From a Former Fat Kid

An adult looks back on her childhood as a fat kid

Is Winter to Blame for Bezos' Recent Split?

Research suggests marriages break up most during these two times of year

Parenting After Divorce: Have You Heard of "Bird's Nest" Co-Parenting?

Would you ever try this to keep the kids from moving between homes?

Ask Dr. Universe: Is Cancer Becoming More Common?

How do fruit flies, scorpion venom and dogs help us understand cancer? Dr. Universe explains!

Adults, 7 Books You Won't Be Able to Put Down

These 7 parent-friendly reads will keep you turning pages all season

New Research on the State of Fatherhood

The American Academy of Pediatrics releases a new report on fatherhood

Move Past This Normal But Unnecessary Part of Parenting

Guilt: Who needs it? Treat yourself kindly and see how it benefits your family

I'm Divorcing: 5 Tips for Coordinating Family Vacations With Your Ex

How to make traveling with the kids easy before and after divorce

The New Beyoncé Gives Women and Mothers Permission to Say What’s Often Kept Silent

What the woman behind 'Lemonade' has to teach us all

The Core Problem: Is a 'Mommy Makeover' Right For You?

Learn how elective surgeries can have surprising impacts

The Push for Paid Leave

Will Washington workers be next in the push for parental leave?

Is It Safe to Go to the Dentist While Pregnant?

Should you or shouldn't you? A doctor answers this common question

Child Support: 7 Common Questions Answered By a Lawyer

Get the answers you need about child support payments

Ingrid Lyne's Murder Is Every Woman's Worst Fear

There are no 'right' ways to behave that will ensure we won’t be raped or murdered by a man

But You Expected to Be Happy

Recognizing and treating postpartum mood disorder

Anger, Guilt, Fear: One Mother's Story of Depression After Breastfeeding

A young mother faces the unexpectedly upsetting realities of weaning her child

Can You Hardwire Happiness? Find Out on March 22

The University of Washington’s Center for Child and Family Well-Being hosts a free public lecture with mindfulness expert Dr. Rick Hanson

Sandwiched In the Middle: What To Do When Your Parents and Your Children Need Your Care

Are you a new member of the Sandwich Generation? Common questions, answered

Brutally Honest Valentine's Day Cards

True love, unfiltered

A Dad's Valentine Story: When Boys and Love and Heartbreak Enter the Picture

A single father reflects on his own relationship pitfalls as his tween daughter navigates the uncharted territory of romance

What You Should Do With Your List of Marital Grudges This Valentine's Day

"Both of us were completely flawed then and are completely flawed now," reflects one mother, who learned she married her husband for his potential

Giveaway: Treat Yourself and Win Free Child Care

Win some free child care with this 2016 giveaway!

Parenting Lecture: 'The Gift of Anxiety'

Issaquah parenting lecture on turning worrying into growing

Where's My Orgasm?

An OB/GYN talks getting your 'sexy back' after children

Do You Have a Solid Parenting Plan?

A detailed parenting plan can help parents, kids and blended families navigate divorce, shared parenting and transition times successfully

Raising Mixed Race: Talking With Author and Mom Sharon H. Chang

Author Sharon H. Chang illuminates the rarely examined experiences of multiracial Asians and what that means for mixed race kids

Get Centered: Break Out of the Exam Room for Better Birth Outcomes

A breakdown of the growing pregnancy option, Centering

Ask the Experts: How Do I Set Aside My Own Personal Triggers While Parenting?

How to keep the past at bay while parenting your tween or teen, from learning self-forgiveness to trusting the system

Trade 'Gimme' for Gratitude This Holiday Season

How to cultivate thanks in an age of entitlement, from modeling gratitude to creating a gratitude journal

Harmony for the Holidays: Helpful Hints for Blended Families

If you're part of a newly blended family, the holidays can be abnormally stressful — here are some tips for creating harmony and bonding this holiday season

Make Womb: Uterus Transplants Are Coming

Experimental procedure could help women with infertility

Just Overheard: Men In Relationships Think Women Are Bad Listeners

Word is that men in intimate relationships don’t feel heard

Teenworthy: How I Dealt With Being the Sibling Left Behind

A teen reflects on the family shifts that occurred when her older brother left for college this fall

Confessions of an OB/GYN: A Doctor's Thoughts on Labor

One doctor's experiences with vaginal birth after a cesarean section

Co-parenting Class Is in Session: How Parenting Agreements Can Make or Break the School Year

If you are separated or divorced and are attempting to co-parent school-aged children, the start of school can bring up issues — here are three things to consider

How Playwright Emily Conbere Makes It Work

Seattle mother's new play 'Knocking Bird' conjures the dark, obsessive underbelly of marriage

Your Next Date Night: Tap Dancing, Trapeze and Seattle Superheroes at ZinZanni

ZinZanni's summer show is the perfect pre-back-to-school night out

Family-Meeting of the Minds: The One Thing Every Family Needs

How to reinvent and restructure your family meetings by focusing on positivity, problem solving and schedule planning — plus, some tips for success

Indian Expat Parent: #SelfiewithDaughter Missed the Mark

In light of the recent trending hashtag on Twitter, #SelfiewithDaughter, an Indian mother shares her thoughts on India's attitude toward women

Placenta Pills: I Say 'No'

One mom gives her reaction to the idea of taking placenta pills after birth

Got Sleep Problems?

From frequent wakings to sleep apnea and insomnia, many adults suffer from bad sleep. We talked to the doctor and we've got solutions for sleep issues.

Warning: The Rise of Prescription Opioid Use During Pregnancy

Doctors say it's not safe for pregnant women to manage the pain of pregnancy with prescription painkillers

11 Tips to Help a Grieving Parent

What to do, and what not to do, from a mom who has been there

Indian Expat Parent: Elementary School Love

'Having It All' Movie Screening

Documentary by Vlada Knowlton

10 Delicious One-Pot Dinners

Healthy recipes you can make with just one pot for easy clean-up

Trips for Two: Great Getaways for Puget Sound Couples

Wine, dine, hike, bike and rekindle that spark

Honest Valentine's Day Cards For Moms

Because 'romance' means something different when you're a parent

Sex! If You're Not Having Sex, How to Get Back to It

Sex and romance for parents, beyond cliché baseball metaphors

Making It Work: Continental Divide

When it comes to the work-family juggle and parental and sick leave, American parents are playing a different ball game than our European counterparts

When Parents Disagree on Discipline

The 3 steps for achieving same-page parenting when it comes to your kids

Home Alone: Beating New-Parent Isolation

4 ways to maintain social interaction during the often-lonely early days of parenting a baby

Taking Back the Family Bed

Leaving the baby phase behind to regain the privacy of an adult bedroom

When Cancer Called

One mom shares how an unexpected cancer diagnosis made her face her fears and find her strength

Follow Bliss: Should We Step In or Stand Back to Help Kids Find Their Passion?

The science behind what fuels — and hinders — passion, creativity, success and happiness

Daddy Issues: Family Matters

What makes a family? Quality, not quantity

Riding the Wave

When morning sickness goes from bad to worse, what can you do?

Split Decision: Helping Children Navigate Divorce

Daddy Issues: My First Mom Friend

Take Your Vitamins?

The lowdown on supplements for kids

Marking Motherhood

Common pregnancy skin problems (and how to cope)

Daddy Issues: A Running Start

An Ode to Boys

One mama shares the truth about being boy-crazy

Hush, Little Mama (and Papa): Myths and Truths About Sleep After Baby

The 5 Stages of a Relationship and How to Keep Yours Strong

Learn how to get to the next stage with your relationship

Do You Have Your S*%# Together?

Planning for the unexpected

10 Aphrodisiac Dishes for Valentine's Day

Is There (a Sex) Life After Birth? 10 Ways to Bring Back That Lovin’ Feeling

Mom Stories: The Great Pretender

Indian Expat Parent: A Lesson in Nonviolence

ADHD in Adults: Quirky, or Something More?

Dad Stories: A Seat at the Game

Play Date: Parker Jacobs — 'Yo Gabba Gabba!' Art Director, Musician, Author and Father

Four Wheels to Two: How One Family Embraced Biking

Back from Baby: Preventing and Coping with Parental Back Pain

Sweat, Chill, Rain, Thrill: How to Rock an Outdoor Winter Workout

Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer and BRCA: A smart idea?

Tired? Why We're So Sleepy and How to Find More Energy

Declutter and Organize Your Space to Keep Your Cool

Journaling: Stay Calm as a Parent and Unclutter Your Brain

Pretty Little Toxins: What’s Really in Those Makeup and Cosmetics?

Treating Tummy Troubles: Troubleshooting Common Stomach and Digestive Problems

Birthing in the Northwest

Gotta Dance! An Exercise Trend to Keep Fit and Have Fun

The Side Effects of Booze on Women: An Alcohol Wellness Guide

Hormone Hoopla: How to Cope With PMS and Perimenopause

Parents' Night Out in the South Sound

Take It Easy! Cut the Mom Stress and Love Yourself

A Year of Date Nights! 12 Ideas for Multiplying the Magic Hours

Creative Alternatives to Hiring a Babysitter

Grocery stores, gyms, IKEA, school: There for your romance

10 Easy Ways to Boost Your Family's Nutrition

Women's Wellness: Lose Weight, Be Fit and Get That Pre-Baby Body Back

Moving Into the Dark Months: Understanding Depression

Women's Wellness: Beat the Holiday Bulge

Breast Aware: Making Sense of Your Breast Health

Come On, Get Happy: How Optimism Helps Your Health

Mind + Body, July 2012

Mind + Body, June 2012

Sex, Lies and Love: How Happy Couples Make It Work

The famous love doctor talks about trust, betrayal and how to stay strong

Mind + Body, May 2012

Pregnancy Nutrition: What Foods to Eat When Pregnant and What to Avoid

The Baby Chase: New Trends in Infertility Treatments

Mind + Body, April 2012

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Mind + Body, February 2012

Mind + Body, January 2012

Giving Thanks: Gratitude Benefits Health for Kids and Parents

Mind + Body, December 2011

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When Mom Has Cancer

Mind + Body, September 2011

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Mind + Body, July 2011

How taking time away from your kids will make you a better parent

Mind + Body, June 2011

Mind + Body, May 2011

Living under (cyber) cover: How technology is shaping our relationships

C-Sections: What expectant moms should know

Too tired to make love?

Breastfeeding: Taking your breasts back to work

Mind + Body, April 2011

When Breastfeeding Sucks: How to Cope With Common Nursing Challenges

Mind + Body, March 2011

Mind + body, February 2011

Talking honestly about drug use

Mind + body, January 2011

The dating game: local parents looking for love

Orgasmic birth: Is it what you think?

Guilty secrets of slacker parents! Are you ruining your kids with your lazy parenting ways?

Should you consider collaborative divorce?

Get this baby out! A mom's guide to labor induction

'I'm not a good mother': A look at postpartum mood disorder

Time out! Why (and how) moms take time for themselves

Pregnant? Ten things to know about swine flu

Could you be suffering from a thyroid problem?

Loving your post-birth bod

Too Tired for Sex?

Is sleep the new sex?

Tween rebellion

Thanks for the mammaries: How pregnancy changes your breasts

Babymoons

Supporting your partner's breastfeeding

Parents' night out: they play, you play

Empowering families and caregivers

Choose to relate kindly with your partner

Make a New Year's joint-resolution with your partner

Blogs for parents

Family Leave Act Update

Soak away winter with a spring spa outing

Spa escapes for partners

Coping with a high-risk pregnancy

Healthy Nutrition for Two

Spotlight on Health, Check Your Boobies

About Face - Less-invasive cosmetic procedures gaining popularity

It's not really THAT much time

Keeping love alive after baby arrives

'Being there' for someone who has lost a child

Confirmed bachelor finally pops the question

Families need more 'pride time'

When you're ready to roll, try one of these stroller walks