Melissa Mills

The Biggest Barriers to COVID-19 Vaccination—and How to Break Them Down

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No child care, no transportation, no tech-savvy, no trust: Parents of color and older adults are still facing obstacles when it comes to getting vaccinated. So how do we fix a broken system and get to that coveted herd immunity?

5 Pandemic 'Gains' Parents Don't Want to Lose in the Return to 'Normal'

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For some parents, aspects of the new work-life balance brought on by COVID-19 are a good thing. Here's what should stick around post-pandemic.

Everything Parents Need to Know About the Coronavirus Vaccine

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The top COVID-19 vaccines, safety concerns, and health updates—all in one place.

How to Check If Your Cervix Is Dilated—Without an Exam

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At the end of your pregnancy and eager to meet baby? We feel you. It's best to leave cervical exams to the professionals, but with a doctor or midwife's approval, here's how to check cervix dilation at home.

Here Are the Rules for Flying When You're Pregnant

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Whether you're newly pregnant or planning a babymoon right before welcoming your new bundle of joy, here's what expectant parents need to know about airline travel during each trimester.

ClassDojo Is Partnering With the Olympic and Paralympic Games to Offer Free Resources for Schools

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To gear up for the Tokyo Summer Olympics, kids will get a chance to hear from U.S. Olympic and Paralympic athletes like Allyson Felix, David Boudia, and Sophia Herzog about what it means to persevere.

Could Summer School Be the Answer to the Pandemic Academic Slide?

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Summer school might be just the thing to help students who faced setbacks due to COVID-19—but the benefits go far beyond just education.

Everything You Need to Know About the Rachel Hollis Drama

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The controversial white author of Girl, Wash Your Face seemingly equated herself to Harriet Tubman—and the backlash surrounding her privilege was quick.

TikTok Is Loving This Toddler 'Doctor' and Honestly She's the Energy We Need Through the Rest of the Pandemic

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You'll wish the adorable Dr. Harmony made house calls where you live.

New Study Shows Parental Burnout Is Worse in the US Than Most Other Countries

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American parents are "under heightened levels of stress"—and it's worse here than almost anywhere else. But why?

Summer Camps Are Open for 2021—Here Are the Safety Guidelines to Know

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The American Academy of Pediatrics says children can enjoy summer camp this year as long as safety measures to prevent COVID-19 are taken. Here's what parents need to know before signing their kids up.

TikTok Mom Tracks How Many Times Her Kids Ask for Mom Versus Dad—Spoiler Alert, Mom Wins by a Lot

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"Mommy." "Mama." "Mom!" Sound familiar? This mom kept count of just how many times her kids asked for her—and not Dad—on a given day and wow.

New Bill in Arkansas Bans Health Care for Transgender Children

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Anti-trans Arkansas HB1570 bans minors from getting necessary, gender-affirming medical care and could be signed into law soon. Here's what parents need to know, including how to help support transgender youth.

Redditors Share the Moment Parenting Became 'Worth It' to Them

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"My 9-year-old is a somewhat enjoyable human now but holy sh*t was it touch and go there for a while."

Yes, You Should Get the COVID Vaccine Even If You're Trying to Get Pregnant, Here's Why

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While you should always check with your doctor if you have concerns about getting vaccinated, health officials have ensured the safety of the coronavirus vaccine. Still have questions about the vaccine and your fertility? Here are the answers.

Reddit Dad-to-Be Refuses to Attend Breastfeeding Class Because Birth and Postpartum Life Are Too 'Gory'

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"I have a large gag reflex so just imagining what they would be describing would affect me."

Are the Guidelines for Vaccinated Adults the Same if You Have Unvaccinated Kids?

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So you're fully vaccinated against COVID-19 but your kids aren't—now what? Here, experts weigh in on what's safe to do and what's not based on CDC guidelines.

This Mom's Viral Video Shows the Absurdity of Calling the Basic Needs of Moms 'Self-Care'

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PSA: Pooping with the door closed is not relaxing "me time"—it's the bare minimum.

Chrissy Teigen Is Teaming up With the Peanut App to Overhaul the Archaic Terms We Use to Talk About Motherhood

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Geriatric pregnancy. Incompetent cervix. Failed pregnancy. Chrissy Teigen and Peanut are joining forces on the "Renaming Revolution" to reform the outdated terminology tied to pregnancy and motherhood once and for all.

Reddit Dad Nicknames Mom 'Miss Piggy' to Motivate Her to Lose Baby Weight and We Are Raging For Her

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This dad took to calling his wife "Miss Piggy" to "help" her lose baby weight—and even got the kids in on it by having them oink at her. Could there be a more perfect example of what's wrong with how we treat moms after birth?!

Reddit Mom Claps Back at Neighbors Who Said Her Kids Have to Be Her Greatest Achievement in Life

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This mom wants to boast her wide range of accomplishments including climbing mountains and publishing a novel, saying "I love my kids, but they are not my everything."

Anti-Asian Racism Has Families Fearing For Their Safety

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With attacks against the AAPI community on the rise during the pandemic, this is how families across the country are experiencing racism and xenophobia in their daily lives—plus how we can all work to stop Asian hate.

Here's What Science Says About How Safe It Really Is to Reopen Schools in the Pandemic

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Some educators and parents are pushing for schools to stay closed—but should they be? Here's what experts have to say about opening schools for in-person classes again.

Parents, Toymakers, and Doctors Warn of Risks From Kids Ingesting Batteries After Slew of Scary Incidents

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Thousands of children are seen in the emergency room each year for accidentally ingesting batteries. Here's how to keep your kids safe.

Dad Pretends 9 Year Old's Bike Was Stolen to Teach Him a Lesson—But at What Cost?

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This dad's lesson "worked," but a clinical psychologist weighs in on better ways to help a child learn—and create a trusting relationship along the way.

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