Mélanie Berliet
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Mélanie Berliet
Dear Parents Everywhere — Screw Princess Culture Once And For All
In a frenzy of inspiration during pregnancy, I wrote my debut children’s book: You Are Not A Princess (And That’s Ok!)
The Dairy Nutritionist Making All Her Childhood Dreams Come True
Rosemarie’s deep roots in dairy “A lot of our vacations were spent in a van or a truck, visiting dairies,” remembers Rosemarie, who always accompanied her father from dairy to dairy, enthusiastically.
Cow Comfort Is Clearly The Theme At This Dairy Farm
What responsible farming and cow care really look like When it comes to her cows, Katie’s main goal is to provide a safe, comfortable environment.
The Celebrity Chef Who Gets Locally Driven Cuisine Just Right
Dairy takes center stage at restaurant Marc Forgione “What’s more farm-to-table than dairy?” Forgione asks rhetorically, seated on a stool at his restaurant, a space that seats 60 and is peppered with custom glass lanterns and various heirlooms and mementos.…
With A Big Family Farm Comes Big Responsibility, And A Big Sense Of Community
The New Mexico Milkmaid embodies the spirit of family farming “Ninety-seven percent of dairy farms are family owned and operated and we’re no different.
The 10+ Best Baby Books For Smart Moms And Dads (And Their Kids)
A mom- and dad- approved list of the best books for babies, toddlers, and young kids.
Why You’re Never Too Old To Work On Your Daddy-Daughter Bond
While some girls forge a deep bond with their dads early on, others struggle to establish the special connection that can only exist between a father and daughter.
Weekend Getaways From NYC: A Perfect Weekend In Upstate New York
Of all the best weekend getaways from NYC, the Hillside Schoolhouse is the best in the Catskills of upstate New York.
Instagram Influencer Charly Jordan Reveals The Truth Behind Her Favorite Posts
In the last 18 months, Charly Jordan’s Instagram account exploded from roughly 50,000 followers to an audience of over 1 million fans. This is a glimpse at the true stories behind some of her most popular, memorable posts.
Pregnancy Taught Me That I’m Not The Body Confident Girl I Thought I Was
Of course, developing an authentic sense of body confidence is an ongoing process.
25+ Short Love Stories That Will Make Your Heart Explode
Through it all, they held tightly to their lasting love.
This Is For The Moms Who Don’t Give A Fuck
This is for the moms who make their own decisions and refuse to sneer at others for making different ones. Who leave room for others to parent however they wish.
Everything You Need To Know About Getting A Domestic Partnership
Whether you consider it a baby step towards marriage, a means of procrastinating that walk down the aisle, or purely a money-saving measure, there’s really no downside to becoming Domestic Partners once you qualify for this underrated relationship milestone.
25 Micro Lies Even The Happiest Couples Tell Each Other Sometimes
When they ask if you’re jealous and you say yes (even if you’re totally not) because you know it will make them feel a little bit better about themselves.
28 Small But Meaningful Ways Being A Mom Changes Your Life (Mostly) For The Better
Motherhood automatically sharpens your sense of perspective.
25 Very Serious Questions I’ve Asked My Baby Girl In The Last Few Hours
Does the crustified food stuck to your forehead bug you? At all?
I Was Supposed To Be The Chill ‘Fed Is Best’ Mom, So Why Am I So Obsessed With Breastfeeding Exclusively?
Throughout my pregnancy, whenever friends, family members, or strangers asked if I was going to breastfeed, I always chimed, “I’m going to try my best!” I prided myself on approaching the matter rationally, understanding that there was another person—my unborn daughter, whom I hadn’t even met yet—who factored into the equation.
30 Things That Happen When You Fall In Love With Life At Home
You protect your calendar at all costs. You have zero problem telling a fib if it’ll get you out of doing anything other than spending time with your people at home.