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Parenting, work, and the early years — narrated.

Daily briefing for young moms — parenting, work-life, child development, and the modern family economy — narrated by Yara each morning.

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Walking Through Life at a Human Pace

Over the Influence·5 min
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My friend Isaac Fitzgerald released a gorgeous book this week that is one of my top picks for a Father’s Day gift. And because of that I’m giving away a copy to one lucky US Winner.

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Over the Influence·4 min

5 Ways to Start Collecting Art Without Feeling Intimidated

For a long time I was totally convinced there was some invisible velvet rope around the art world.

Scary Mommy·4 min

65 Bougie Things Under $25 That'll Make Your Home Look Expensive As Hell

You can elevate your home's look without breaking the bank. Some clever buys include a window privacy film that mimics stained glass, a dusk-to-dawn nightlight with a floral glass lampshade, and a rug that's easy to clean and install. For a more luxurious feel, consider a set of high-carbon stainless steel knives, a solid walnut wood chime, or a bundle of dried eucalyptus for a spa-like experience. You can also add a touch of elegance with a floral-patterned liner for your shelves, a geometric-patterned throw pillow cover, or a set of thinker statues. For added convenience, grab a lidded basket for storing toilet paper and other bathroom essentials, or a mat that fits around your faucet to catch drips and splashes.

Family Troubles·1 min

Podcast: Breaking the Cycle: What History Teaches Us About Today's Family Crisis with Steven Mintz

In this episode of Family Troubles, I sit down with Steven Mintz to explore the challenges of modern parenting, family dynamics, and building resilience in children and adults alike.

Motherly·4 min

How to raise a kid who gives a damn (without telling them what to think)

When my son was in fourth grade, he came home furious about music class. Not in a I-don’t-want-to-practice way, but in a this-is-an-injustice way.

Every Shade of Grey·3 min

What I’m No Longer Buying (& Why)

Have you been shopping this week?

Nameberry of the Day·1 min

Thalia

Thalia is graceful and timeless, with a one-of-a-kind sound.

Milky Time·6 min

Introducing: Milky Time!

This project is authored by me, Miranda Bennett, a former fashion founder and serial entrepreneur who has recently become a mom.

Milky Time·4 min

A preface.

Full disclosure, this is likely the heaviest and longest post of prose you will see here on Milky Time.

Joel Warsh·2 min

One Year Later… And the Vaccine Conversation Has Exploded

It’s Been One Year… And Everything Has Changed One year ago, I released my book, Between a Shot and a Hard Place. At the time, many people called the conversation around vaccines “controversial.

Joel Warsh·2 min

A Bold New Documentary on Living Outside the System

Hello, Could you feed yourself if the grocery store shelves were empty for a month? Not in theory, but in today’s world.

In the Middle of Everything·2 min

Welcome to "In the Middle of Everything"

Most days feel like a constant negotiation between what I want to build and what real life will actually allow. I’m a mom of two (plus our sweet pup, Clark).

In the Middle of Everything·2 min

My Favorite Gifts for Her for Mother's Day

Mother’s Day at our house is pretty simple, and honestly, that’s exactly how I like it.

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