This piece is a holiday classic: An ode to all the moms who handle all the mental load during the holidays, and even then know they’d have an empty stocking without their own gift giving prowess. I love this piece because it speaks to all we do – day and day out, as moms – and makes me feel a little less alone and overwhelmed during this busy time of year. May you find some solace in it, too.

It’s a feature of many dogs: The zoomies. But what are they? Our very own Katie McPherson spoke to a vet about what they are, why they happen, and what you can do about it. So the next time you hear your pup running rampant around your home, you’ll know what’s up.