7 Great Books for Preparing a Toddler for a New Sibling
My first daughter was 13 months old when my husband and I learned that we were expecting,. Along with feelings of joy and happiness, we were nervous wrecks. Among our…
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I Wasn’t A “Good Mom” Yesterday
I wasn’t a “good mom” yesterday. I woke up with my kids at 7:30. I changed my son’s diaper, let the dogs out to pee, and got everyone food. But…
The Startling Realities of Motherhood
Has anyone ever woken you from a peaceful slumber with an ice-cold bucket of water? You’re sleeping peacefully then BAM, water in the f*ing face. You wake up gasping for…
Parenting Today VS 30 Years Ago
We all know parenting has changed in the past 30 years. Gone are the days of riding without a car seat in the front row of the station wagon. Gone…
When It Comes To Parenting, Are You a Carpenter or a Gardener?
Rather than set annual goals each year, I’ve transitioned to more of a quarterly assessment. The motivation? It’s just easier to track and remember. Annual goals get lost in the…
To the Mom with Mental Illness: If You Can’t, Let Me
To the mom who is muddling through mental illness: I see you. You are a mother. No matter your background, no matter your current situation, you are a mother who…
Here’s to the Parents who Bite the Bullet and Get Sh*t Done
Do you realize just how often you naturally “bite the bullet ” during your parenting? In other words, how often you endure an unpleasant situation for the greater good for…
I Shouldn’t Be Here: Parenting Impostor?
Have you heard of the impostor syndrome? Author Amy Cuddy describes it as “the general feeling that we don’t belong—that we’ve fooled people into thinking we’re more competent and talented…
The Grandparent Grandchild Bond
Guest Post by: Jen Altrogge Tips to Creating a Lifelong Relationship The grandparent and grandchild bond is extremely special. It is unlike any other. Chances are you have heard the old…
Are You Going to Try for a Girl?
Are you going to try for a girl?? The sign currently on my vag. I don’t get this question too often anymore because most of the people I’ve come into…
How to Make A Thanksgiving Gratitude Tree for November
It’s November! Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and it’s time to celebrate with a grateful heart. My kids are just getting old enough to begin discussing the idea of gratitude and…
Putting Mom First: 8 Ways I Take Care of Myself
Parenting is hard work. I honestly don’t think anyone would disagree. It’s a 24/7 job. You parent when you’re ill. You parent when you’ve already had a long day at work. You…