Mercy KamburaDespite what some might think, motherhood doesn’t come with an expiration date. I had my third baby at 38, 9 years after my first. Pregnancy was a whole ordeal altogether, with a lot of anxiety fueled by Dr. Google on the dangers of being “old” and pregnant, but this phase of motherhood has pleasantly surprised…
Mercy KamburaRaising a child might seem simple until they start talking, and you realize that your “little bundle of joy” is becoming a lively and a little mischievous character. Instilling good manners can slip through the cracks as we try to cut perfect sandwich squares and make the kids eat broccoli. The worst part about ill-mannered…
As winter’s last shadows recede and the first hints of spring emerge, a time-honored tradition begins to take shape across American homes: spring cleaning. While it may involve scrubbing corners, organizing closets, and clearing the accumulation of winter’s dust and clutter from your home, Blueprint, a therapist-enablement technology platform, explains how research has revealed that…
JayDee VykoukalPregnancy and postpartum bring significant hormonal changes that affect everything from mood to metabolism. These shifts are essential for supporting fetal development, preparing the body for childbirth, and regulating postpartum recovery. However, they can also cause challenges, including mood swings, fatigue, and physical discomfort. For more information, see the infographic made by the International Surrogacy…
JayDee VykoukalLanguage is constantly evolving, but when you get to be of a—let’s say parental—age, it sure feels like it starts evolving a lot faster than it used to. Add in the instantaneous speed and informational overload of online culture, and it becomes a whole lot to keep up with. It might even start to feel…
JayDee VykoukalAsk any mom about the biggest changes in their life after giving birth and hair loss may not come to mind. But ask moms if they were shocked by how much hair they lost as a result of pregnancy and it’s likely they will answer with a resounding “yes!” In a study conducted by Hers,…