You feel not good enough, like all of your kids’ bad traits come from your side. And you’re nowhere near as patient as you should be, showing more restraint with strangers than with your own family. Me, too. Read More
I’m Not Sorry for Having a Nanny
Being a mother is not easy, I think we can all agree to that. From lack of sleep to constantly feeling like you are not doing enough, even with help it can be one of the hardest challenges women face. Read More
Why I Haven’t Lost Myself in Motherhood
The truth is, I feel more like myself than I ever imagined I could. I came alive the day I met my daughter. I’ve been forced to examine the corners of my being; to evaluate where I fall short, for the sake of others. My patience has, many times, been stretched beyond its limits. My selfishness constantly needs laying aside. My beliefs and views beg to be developed, because I’m helping to mold tiny ones, too. I’ve found that my fear is greater, but so is my joy. Read More
Psych! You’re Eating Healthy! – How to Raise a Healthy Eater
You have to teach kids to choose healthy foods. Humans come pre-programmed to like sweets and to reject plant-based foods. But kids’ palates really are surprisingly malleable. Here’s how you can raise a healthy eater. Read More
Play On: Tips for Getting Kids Involved with Music
Listening to music is a wonderful start, but like other forms of learning, it is the hands-on opportunities that reap the most benefit. Read More
10 Amusement Park Safety Tips
Yes, amusement parks are lots of fun, but in order to make the most out of your family’s trip, make sure you have a safety plan. Read More
The Art of Connecting in the Car: What I Learned From My Broken Radio
I don’t love the message that my occasional ‘car time-outs’ could potentially be sending my daughter, unbeknownst to me. Letting her see and hear that my ears are available for listening and exchanging words with her speaks volumes. If there is constantly music to be talked over, or a physical barrier (like a phone) to pull down in order for us to converse, I’m not truly available. I’m tied up and somewhat closed off. That is not the mom I aspire to be. Read More
Safety Tips for Summer Road Trips
Summer is quickly approaching and that vacation you have been planning for months is so close, you can almost feel the ocean’s gentle waves sweep over your toes. Conversely, the actual logistics of the road trip are a little less enjoyable to visualize… Read More
Got FOMO? Practical Tips for Easing Kids’ Social Media Anxiety
Teens text, tweet, snap, and post like crazy. In fact, about half of teens use social media every day, and for some, this means checking Instagram or Snapchat dozens (or hundreds!) of times a day. Read More
Tired, Stressed, and Not Giving Up
I’ve been in a weird phase this month—I’ve either been go, go, go or Netflix binge for hours. I can’t seem to find my healthy pace of life—relaxing while being somewhat productive. Read More