Mishal Ali Zafar

Finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift is not alway easy, and even if you do find something, you may end up second guessing your choice right up to the moment your mom opens it. But if your mom has a dog that she adores, your gift giving options might…

Let’s be honest, Mother’s Day should be every day, because when you're celebrating the woman who gave you life, nurtured you, and showered you with unconditional love, one day is definitely not enough. I'll be the first to admit that I don’t get to s…

For some people around the country, it seems like winter is never going to end. But once your eyes begin itching and you a launch a sneeze here and there, you know that spring and it’s accompanying allergies are well on their way. If you are pregnant…

Despite being the luckiest species on Earth, most human beings don’t always realize what a privilege it is to live on this bountiful planet. From an oxygen rich atmosphere to fields and seas of sustenance, the Earth is continuously nourishing and nur…

There’s no way to describe the overwhelming feeling you get when you first see your baby during an ultrasound. At first, your baby looks like a tiny kidney bean, but by that second trimester ultrasound, you get to finally see the form of a baby, whic…

Every so often, I find myself at the other end of a phone call from a friend who’s caught her partner cheating. I’ve asked myself a million times why my friends and sometimes even old acquaintances seem to crawl out of the woodworks to seek me out fo…

Friday the 13th is the day when all superstitions come to a head. Whether it’s people running at the sight of black cats or just refusing to make life decisions, this day makes some people feel like they’re walking on thin ice. Of course you’ll want …

When you are a new parent, you learn to become cognizant of all the safety precautions involved with having a baby. You also quickly realize that your baby’s car seat manual needs to become your new best friend. Installing your car seat and buckling …

As your due date nears, you are probably putting the finishing touches on your nursery, assembling all your last minute baby gear, and finally packing your hospital bag. You’ve got everything your baby will need at home, but you may not know what you…

There was something about Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood that stood out for me as a child. The genuinely honest way that Fred Rogers conveyed his lessons really made me want to listen, and I still refer back to his advice as an adult. The show stood far…

If you have a brother, you know how much fun, yet exhausting, they can be. Bossing your little brother around can be tiring if you're the older sibling, and if you're younger, covering for his dangerous antics can be exciting. Either way, growing up …

There’s nothing more “aw” than seeing a baby and puppy cuddling, and I know this because I can spend hours watching videos of doggy-baby friendships. Your heart can’t help but melt when you see the two most adorable creatures on earth come together, …

When your baby becomes a toddler and makes the switch from diapers to training pants, you know you have a daunting task ahead of you — potty training. For me, it was a frustrating experience because it was tedious and tiring, and it took a while befo…

Whether you’re an experienced parent or this is your first go at it, parenthood can be rough to navigate. Figuring out what your baby needs can be hard to decipher, especially when it comes to hunger and satiety. The last thing you want to do is to k…

Pregnancy is kind of shady, isn’t it? Sure, it brings you joy and hope, but it also puts you through the wringer with a growing list of aches and pains that get harder to deal with by the day. If you were just expecting run-of-the-mill pregnancy issu…

Your kids will always keep on your toes, especially when it comes to their sleep schedule. It seems like the minute you get comfortable with a daily routine, your child goes through a sleep regression that throws everything off track. As your toddler…

Sailing on the sparkling blue seas while indulging in good food and family fun sounds like the perfect vacation, especially if you looking for some much needed relaxation from your exhausting pregnancy. Cruises are popular, mom-friendly vacations bec…

One of the most important and influential figures in American history, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., is celebrated and commemorated just once a year, while many of the struggles he fought for remain a part of everyday American lives. With the hostile a…

You may have imagined that when you get pregnant, your life would be filled with butterflies and roses because all those pregnant celebrities sure make it look that way. But underneath all the contouring, designer maternity wear, and dark sunglasses,…

If you’re a new mom, I’m sure you have heard about all the benefits of breastfeeding. Not only is it helpful in strengthening a bond with your baby, but your breast milk contains antibodies and nutrients that are highly effective and beneficial for y…