Mom Tips
1,186 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months 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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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.
4 Reasons I Won't Bother Making Any New Year's Resolutions
January 01, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutesAfter what definitely had to be one of the longest years in recorded human history, 2020 is finally behind us, and now, 2021 is here. Of course, plenty of the challenges we all had last year have followed us into this year, but it’s hard to ignore how great the feeling of a fresh start is… even in my own head. But after everything I learned in 2020, there’s one habit I’m not bringing into 2021: new year’s resolutions.Â
10 Great (and Achievable!) Resolutions for Mothers
December 29, 2023 10:00 - 4 minutesWe’ve got a few very specific and doable ideas to inspire you. Even just choosing one – and accomplishing that goal – is a great way to remind yourself of how capable you are.
Being an Early Riser is So Overrated
December 27, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesI seem to be encountering more early risers these days. Maybe the laziness of the pandemic is finally breaking everyone, and there’s a need to reverse the trend by rising at a time usually reserved for fishermen and the first shift at Starbucks. Whatever the reason, I’m determined to resist it at all costs. The early hours are just not for me.
The Benefits of Play For Toddlers
December 25, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesChildren have a natural drive and instinct to play. While it is often a social activity including other children, it is also one of the most individually enriching activities that a child can do.Â
The Movie Quote That Made Me a Better Parent
December 22, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesMy daughters will be 18 and 20 in a few months, and if you were to ask me what my parenting philosophy is, I might say it comes down to three words I heard in a movie more than 10 years ago.
What Is the Story Behind Elf on the Shelf?
December 20, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesIf you’ve ever wondered, “What is Elf on the Shelf” or wanted to know the Elf on the Shelf story, here’s what you need to know.
‘Tis the Season for Boundaries: A Guide on Setting Limits With Loved Ones
December 18, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesA Guide on Setting Limits With Loved Ones
3 Ways to Prepare for Holiday Clutter
December 15, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesNow that I’ve learned to display some self-control during the season, I’m a lot happier, and I’ve avoided having a breakdown. If you want to do the same this year, here are three things that have worked for me.
Why You Should Bake Christmas Cookies With Your Kids
December 13, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutesNothing evokes the spirit of Christmas more than the delectable aroma of freshly-baked cookies wafting from the kitchen.
My Baby Was 1 Month Old During Her First Christmas, and Yes, We Bought Her Gifts
December 12, 2023 10:00 - 1 minuteOur first child arrived just six weeks before Christmas. Inevitably, after someone would ooh and ahh over our tiny newborn, they would then say, “You don’t have to get her anything for Christmas. She won’t remember it.”
How to Have a Healthy Argument With Your Spouse
December 08, 2023 10:00 - 4 minutesThere is nothing wrong with disagreeing with your partner. In fact, it’s bound to happen. The trick is knowing how to disagree.
What Is Hanukkah and Why Is It Celebrated?
December 07, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesJewish people around the world celebrate Hanukkah, beginning each year on the 25th of the Hebrew month of Kislev, and continue for the next eight days.
Marriage Success in a Nutshell
December 06, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutesWhen my husband and I chose marriage, we chose to become a united partnership. His problems became mine, my joys became his.
Can I Go Swimming While Pregnant?
December 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 minuteExercising during pregnancy has always been questioned, but now, we know it’s actually a great thing. While it is important for a mother to pace themselves and drink plenty of water when working out, being active can lead to a healthier pregnancy.
This New Shoe Could Help Kids Who Are Learning to Walk
December 04, 2023 10:00 - 1 minuteNike just revealed that they're releasing a new shoe for emerging walkers called the Nike Swoosh, which could be a game changer for the little ones in your life.
Do Yourself a Favor and Don’t Go All-Out for Baby’s First Holiday — Yes, Really!
December 01, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesLike so many other new parents, my daydreams about my baby’s first holiday were filled with joy, peace, and visions of us opening gifts under the tree and having a magical day. But honestly, my son didn’t care one bit about his first Christmas.
Moms, Listen To Your Gut When It Comes To Parenting
November 30, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutesLike many other moms, my first night home with my baby was a nightmare.
What's the Difference Between Immunization and Vaccination?
November 29, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutesBetween illnesses like COVID, RSV, and flu, it's becoming increasingly important to get vaccinated.
Signals That Indicate an Infant Is Choking
November 28, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesChoking is the fourth leading cause of unintentional death in children under the age of 5. Hopefully, this is a situation you never find yourself in, but just in case, it’s essential to know the basics.
It’s OK to Say No to Traveling With Your Infant This Christmas
November 27, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes‘Tis the season for celebrating the holidays with your infant! Everyone wants to snuggle your bundle of joy, perhaps even seeing your baby for the first time. But does that mean traveling?
7 Ways To Simplify the Christmas Season
November 24, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutesIf simplifying the season is something on your to-do list, then you've come to the right place. Christmas can still be fun... and relatively stress-free!
Why I Won't Be Cooking Thanksgiving Dinner for My Family
November 23, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesWith the holiday music turned up to 11, I’m creating family timetables and schedules so we can get in as much uninterrupted quality time as possible. Then I remember the one thing that will interrupt us: the cooking.
Signs of Toxic Shock Syndrome
November 22, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutesToxic shock syndrome is a rare but serious condition that occurs when staph or strep bacteria enter a person’s body through an opening in their skin.
Breastfeeding After Breast Cancer Is Possible
November 20, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesThere are an estimated 4 million breast cancer survivors in the United States, and many of them are young enough that they hope to become mothers someday and wonder if they’ll still be able to breastfeed after cancer.
How to Tell Your Kids You're Pregnant
November 16, 2023 10:00 - 3 minutesIf you have other children, you may be wondering when and how to tell your kids they’re going to have a new sibling.
It's Time We Talk About 'Single Mommy Brain'
November 15, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesThere’s only room for so much. I wish I had different compartments where everything stayed separate, but that’s not how a mom’s brain works, much less a single mom’s brain.
How to Talk to Children About the Violence in Israel and Gaza
November 14, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutesThe news has been consumed with the devastation from the Israel-Hamas War that broke out earlier this month. It can feel overwhelming as a parent to know how to navigate our own feelings around the war, let alone know how to shield or inform our own children about what is happening.