Mom Tips
1,186 episodes - English - Latest episode: 29 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsWelcome to Mom Tips, your 60-second dose of positive parenting content from the team at Mom.com. Created with your busy morning routine in mind, these hacks and motherhood anecdotes are perfect to listen to while you're scrambling to get your family up and out of the house!
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5 Products That Can Help on the Road to Pregnancy
April 26, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesGrowing up, many of us are taught to believe that getting pregnant happens in a snap — you have sex, you get pregnant, right? Obviously, though, that’s not always the case.
4 Questions to Ask When Considering Summer Camp for Your Child
April 24, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesThe calendar has just turned over to spring, but it's summer that's on many parents' minds. Specifically: should you send your child to summer camp?
I Had Postpartum Anxiety and Didn't Know It
April 22, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutesI didn’t know what was wrong with me, but I knew it was something. I know now that I had postpartum anxiety — a condition that causes you to worry, fidget, have racing thoughts, and can disrupt your sleep.
5 Signs You’re A Burnt-Out Mom
April 19, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutesIt’s all part of the fantasy of being a mom: We can do it all, and do it on our own. But it’s important — for you and your kids — to know when to say, “Enough!” and ask for help. Here are a few telltale signs you might be approaching mom burn-out.
4 Alternatives To A Baby Shower
April 17, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesWhile it could be that you just don’t like baby showers, sometimes people have other valid reasons for opting out of a baby shower. You might have time constraints, health reasons, or baby showers aren’t part of your culture.
Why I Want My Son To Be Proud He’s Autistic
April 15, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutesFor over a year now, I have celebrated his Autistic-ness because it is an integral part of who he is.
How Black Mothers Can Advocate for Themselves During Pregnancy
April 12, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesMaternal mortality is already too high in the United States, but that’s even more true for Black mothers. According to the CDC, Black women are three times more likely to die from complications in pregnancy than white women. While these statistics may be scary, let them fuel you towards becoming your own best advocate.
Why Do Your Kids Say 'Mom' All Day Long?
April 10, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutesThis is the reason your kids say "mom" all day long – and 4 expert tips on how to stop it.
5 Ways to Pamper Yourself Before Baby Arrives
April 08, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesIf you have a baby on the way, you’re probably thinking of all the things you want to do before getting lost in the throes of new parenthood. Here are five ways to pamper yourself before bringing home baby.
Here's What Happens When A Child's Backpack Is Too Heavy
April 05, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesUs parents aren’t the only ones worried about our kids (literally) doing the heavy lifting. Experts are concerned with what those backpacks are doing to our children’s bodies in the long term.
Lesser-Known Facts About Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
April 03, 2024 09:00 - 1 minuteApril is Autism Acceptance and Awareness Month, and what better time to get involved in the community and learn more about autism?
We Had Another Baby and Chose to Downsize Our House
April 01, 2024 09:00 - 1 minuteWho asks for a smaller house when their fifth baby is coming? Usually a family of seven would need a bigger house, but I was convinced the opposite was true.
How To Introduce Art to Your Toddler
March 29, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutesYou don't need to wait until your child is in school to begin their art education. The earlier you start, the better. Here are some tips to instill a love of art and creativity in your toddler.
An Easy and Adorable Trick to Help Kids Ditch Pacifiers Once and For All
March 27, 2024 09:00 - 1 minuteSome bad habits are extra hard to break, and for kids under 5 that can often involve giving up their beloved pacifier.
11 Ways To Know You're Way Doing Too Much
March 25, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesAs parents, we’re always trying to do it all, but here are some ways to know you’re probably doing way too much.
Things That Are Often Overlooked During Spring Cleaning
March 22, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesIt's that time of year again — time to stock up on cleaning supplies, rally the troops, and get to work spring cleaning your home.
5 Parenting Mysteries That Will Never Be Solved
March 20, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesKids are mysterious. When they're little, there's so much about them we can't figure out, so we look forward to the day when they grow up and all of the secrets will be revealed. Then again, that day may never come.
8 Things You Didn't Know About Women and Heart Disease
March 18, 2024 09:00 - 3 minutesAlthough both men and women are living longer than ever, heart disease remains the No. 1 killer of women worldwide. Here are 8 things you might not know about women and heart disease.
5 Spring Allergy Symptoms and How to Treat Them
March 15, 2024 09:00 - 1 minuteHere are the symptoms you can expect as allergy season begins.
How to Calm Yourself When Your Baby Won't Stop Crying
March 13, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesSince babies can’t talk, the only real barometer you have to figure out if they’re happy is if your baby is crying or not. But what happens when your newborn wont stop crying and you can’t do anything to soothe them?
I Finally Hired a Dietitian for Myself and It's Been the Best Thing for Me — and My Kids
March 11, 2024 09:00 - 2 minutesThis time, it's not the weight that prompted me to seek out a dietitian; this time, it’s more about my mood and how I feel — which is a huge mental shift for me.
Screw It — My Toddler Watches a Lot of TV and I Don't Care
March 08, 2024 10:00 - 1 minuteAs a work-from-home mom, I let my daughter watch way too much TV.
7 Things Girls Need to Know About Careers
March 06, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesHere’s some advice to help young girls figure out “what they want to be” by supporting their aspirations and encouraging them to seek out a career that will be meaningful to them.Â
4 Ways to Encourage Your Children to Love the Skin They're In
March 04, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesWhen children are growing up and hear comments about skin color and the differences in people with different skin colors, good and bad, many things begin to happen, and one unfortunate outcome is not loving the skin they're in.
Moms, Stop Apologizing for Being Human
March 01, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesOne group in particular that I constantly see being shamed is moms. We’re put down for the way we choose to parent: how we feed our kids, how we discipline, how much we share of our children online, what schools we send them to, if we breastfed or bottle-fed, and the list goes on. Clearly, what we really need to normalize is letting mothers be human
How to Recover If You Say Something Insensitive to Another Parent
February 28, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesWith so many daily interactions, it's inevitable that one or another mom in the conversation will say something silly, put her foot in her mouth, or be downright insensitive and wrong. If you’re on the giving end of the insensitive comment, then you’re starting in the right place by figuring out what to do next to repair the relationship and move forward.
How to Get Rid of Dry Winter Skin
February 26, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesWhile some of us are welcoming the change of scenery that winter brings, it can be hard on your skin. Cold, dry conditions cause moisture to evaporate from your skin at a higher rate than other times of the year. Simply put: you’ll get dry skin.
This Is an Ode to My Last Baby
February 23, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesThis is an ode to my last baby, to the one with the very last set of firsts. How did I know? This one is the hardest to explain for me.
How to Channel Your Child’s Energy into More Productive Activities
February 21, 2024 10:00 - 1 minuteNo matter how much we love our kids, their energy can be hard to handle. Here are ideas for channeling your child’s energy into productive activities.
5 Simple Ways to Include Your Littles in Your Self-Care Routine
February 19, 2024 10:00 - 4 minutesWhen you have little ones crawling, toddling, or running around, carving out time for healthy habits is challenging, to say the least. If you’re willing to try it a different way, maybe you can create a whole new self-care routine and start your kiddos on some healthy habits early, too. Here are some ideas to get you started.
How to Explain Cultural Appropriation to Your Kids
February 16, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesBy definition, “cultural appropriation” is the use of objects or elements of a minority culture that doesn’t respect their original meaning or give credit to their source, thereby reinforcing stereotypes or contributing to oppression. But how do we explain it to our kids?
What to Say to Your Kid When They're Left Out of Their Friends' Group Chat
February 14, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesMy daughter has a chat she uses to converse with friends, and when she recently discovered some of her friends created a separate group chat without her, my heart shattered. Dr. Bethany Cook, a licensed clinical psychologist and relationship expert, shared what to say to my daughter about processing her friendship emotions.
How To Comfort a Crying Baby in the Car
February 12, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesThere are few sounds in the world that are as heartbreaking to a new mother as her baby crying — even more so if it’s in the car when you can’t do much about it.
4 Non-Romantic Ideas For Your Kid's Valentine Class Party
February 09, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesHere are a few non-romantic ideas for your kid’s upcoming Valentine’s Day party.
4 Ways Marriage Changes After Having Kids
February 07, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesThough I will say that becoming parents definitely showed us the flaws in our partnership, it also shined a light on our strengths. Here are the biggest ways having a baby changed my marriage.
What Black Parents Want You to Know About Black History Month
February 05, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesWith Black History Month upon us, many parents — after a tumultuous past couple of years — find themselves looking for better ways to recognize the month. In years past, it may have been enough to teach our kids about Martin Luther King, Jr. or explain how Harriet Tubman helped lead enslaved Africans to freedom. In 2022, Black History Month means so much more.
7 Valentine’s Day Gifts That Don’t Suck
February 02, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesChocolates and flowers are nice gifts, but they’re also pretty boring. To inspire you to find that unique gift for your special person, we’ve made a list of ideas to spark your creativity while shopping.
The Milestones No Mom Ever Talks About
January 31, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesThere’s a first time for everything, and maybe, like the first word or first walk, it's time we start celebrating them.
The Toddler Mom Hack I Should Have Started Using A Long Time Ago
January 29, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesI may have discovered the best trick at our disposal as toddler parents!
How Parents Can Keep Tweens & Teens Healthy
January 26, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesGiving our tweens and teens their independence is important for their self-development, but there are a few things we should stay actively involved in — like their health care! Here are some ways parents of adolescents can help kids keep up with their preventive health care.
How Divorce Made Me a Better Mom
January 24, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesBelieve it or not, my divorce honestly made me a better mom.
5 Ways to Handle a Toddler Tantrum
January 22, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesAh, tantrums. Almost every child has them and every parent dreads them. One minute you're going about your day, shopping for groceries or getting your kid ready for bed, and the next, your otherwise sweet-tempered toddler is screaming and crying and making a fuss over something.
7 Natural Remedies for Insomnia
January 19, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesInsomnia — the inability to fall asleep or remain asleep long enough for a restful night — affects about 70 million Americans annually; that’s about 33–55% of the adult population. Potential causes include stress, depression, anxiety, medications, or a poor sleep environment.

How to Exercise With a New Baby
January 17, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesReady to get active again? Here's what you need to know to start getting fit again and how to exercise to lose weight, if that's your goal.
8 Modern Black Leaders Your Kids Should Know
January 15, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesInfluential Black leaders are making history everyday. We owe it to our children to introduce them to the changemakers doing the work right now, even when it doesn’t happen to be Black History Month. Here are a few modern Black leaders your kids should know about — even beyond February — as we move forward during these times of striving for equal justice.
Why You Shouldn’t Put Your Kids on a Strict Schedule
January 12, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesFor some parents, breaking a schedule is catastrophic, which is why we never put our kids on a strict schedule. Here are some reasons you might want to consider not doing it, either.
Starting a Conversation With Your Tween
January 10, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesIt doesn’t always have to be painful to connect with your tween. Here are five ways to start a conversation with them – no teeth pulling involved.
6 Signs Your Child is Ready to Potty Train
January 08, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesPotty training can seem like a mystery. If you’re simply trying to figure out when to start down the path of this tricky process though, there are a few signs to help. Here are a few things to look for before you get to work on being diaper-free.
The Holiday Hangover Is Hard
January 05, 2024 10:00 - 3 minutesThere’s so much to enjoy between the get-togethers, food, lights, movies, decorating, and gifting. The holiday letdown can hit hard.
5 Good Habits to Adopt Right Now
January 03, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesAh, it’s the New Year. And if you’re like me, you’ve already broken 99% of the resolutions you made on January 1st. But all is not lost – there are small, important habits you can still adopt to get your year off to a good start. Here are five good habits I’m going to try adopting in the New Year.