People say the darndest things when you talk about your struggles, don’t they? Here’s how to respond when people say “You Think That’s Hard?”
Grieving a Newborn Experience I Didn’t Have
I had a very colicky baby, and I was desperate for a reprieve. I often wonder what it would have been like to ENJOY the first few months of my third baby’s life. I can’t help but feel like I missed something really special. I am grieving a newborn experience I didn’t have.
5 Ways To Keep Teens Safe Online
The availability of instant and constant communication presents challenges about how to keep teens safe online. While not foolproof, there are many things you can do to help guide your teen to use devices responsibly.
10 Sweet Motherhood Quotes to Brighten Your Day
Motherhood can be hard to sum up in just one quote. When you’re looking for a sweet motherhood quote to share with a friend who is struggling or just want to feel more connected to yourself and the important work you are doing, I hope these heartwarming motherhood quotes can help.
5 Tips for Keeping the House Clean During the Busy School Year
Over the years I’ve established a routine that seem to work really well to help us keep the house clean during the school year. For any other parents out there who are struggling, I hope some of these ideas can give you a bit of guidance.
20 Funny Parenting Memes That Will Make You Feel Seen
Being a parent is the hardest job in the world. I always say that humor is the best way to cope with the struggles of parenthood (because if you don’t laugh, you’ll cry). Here are a few of my favorite funny parenting memes that were created from some of those everyday moments that will make you feel seen.
My Parenting Choices Might Suck, but It’s the Best I Can Do
I see judgmental comments about parenting choices on social media constantly, ranging from what parents feed their kids for dinner, how and when they eat, and what parents should do differently. But remember we aren’t always seeing the whole picture. We are not snapshots. We are people. And most of us, really and truly, are doing our best.
Mental Health in Motherhood: Our Stories
Real moms share personal stories about their struggles with mental health in motherhood. Some women have struggled during pregnancy, post-partum, and during stressful times of motherhood. Other moms have long-term conditions that they have learned to manage and cope with. Find hope and validation in these stories.
What It Feels Like to Be a Mom Who Wants to Die
During my third pregnancy I suddenly plunged into a level of darkness that I never knew. Getting through each day became harder and harder and I eventually hit my breaking point. The conflicting emotions of depression and loving your children makes this struggle all the more painful.
The Unexpected Culprit Behind My Son’s Picky Eating
As much as I joke about how difficult it is to get my kids to eat, I’m not joking today. My oldest son has had a hard time eating for years and we finally found out there was a bigger reason behind it all. You won’t believe what we found out!
