It Wasn’t What I Dreamed…But It Was So Much Better
Holding that little person in your arms for the first time, you can’t help but allow your mind to wander in anticipation of the spectacular moments that make parenting worth …
The Goal is Growth, Not Perfection
I showed up to parenting like S-ugar H-oney I-ced T-ea. I mean, that’s not the surprise, I do that quite often to varying degrees. This one was big though. I …
Should I Get an Au Pair?
Every year my best friend and I take our families on vacation. My favorite week of the year, it is a week of perfectly choreographed “momming”. I cook, she cleans, …
7 Techniques You Can Use to Help Your Child Unwind
Have you ever had a great day with your family only to find your child isn’t quite ready for the fun to be over when bedtime comes around? And you …
Mac n’ Cheese Moments
I promised myself I wouldn’t be THAT mom. But I lied, I lied to myself, my children and to their future partners. I don’t know what to tell you, sorry …
Trials of the Last Marking Period
You know what they leave out of those sweet Mommy and me classes? The chapter conveniently left out of those birthing classes you take? You know the class where you …
The Sweet Smell of Bulking Season
At this point in my parenting career, I was feeling solid. I’ve served a solid nineteen years, I’ve got to have seen most everything, if not all, right? I really …
My Mom Forgot My Homework!
Question I have a Freshman in high school who used to be a good student. I don’t know what happened, but suddenly he’s not turning in any assignments even though …
Where Did All My Bowls Go?!
Parenting is an unmatched joy. From my earliest memories, I felt a pull, a longing, a deep yearning to be a mother. When I became pregnant with our oldest I …
3 Reasons Kids Seek Extra Validation & What To Do About It
When you have children, you’ll notice they seem to need a lot of validation. This can be considered part of the growing process. As they explore the world, it’s good …