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Humor writer and mom who says what you're thinking. Becca uses comedy to tackle the messy, unglamorous, hilarious reality of raising kids.
Child development expert and mother of two. Maya brings perspectives from psychology, anthropology, and philosophy to help parents see the bigger picture in everyday moments.
Former pediatric neuroscience researcher and mom of three. Sarah translates the latest child development research into real-world parenting wisdom — no jargon, no judgment.
Mom, survivor, and the friend who tells you the truth with love. Grace writes about the hard parts of parenting with honesty, empathy, and zero toxic positivity.
Former operations manager, mom of four, and your go-to for practical parenting solutions. Jess delivers no-nonsense advice that actually works at 6 AM when everyone is crying.