Tag: family
My Dad’s Death Shaped My Parenting Philosophy
I can still remember the last phone conversation I had with my dad. I was a sophomore in college and talked to my parents...
Dads are Different — and That’s Okay!
I certainly don’t claim to be an expert on parenting. But this I do know for certain: moms and dads are vastly different. Naturally,...
6 Practical Ways to Monitor Screen Time This Summer
“Can I have the iPad?” The dreaded screen time question. My three children constantly ask me this question. Sometimes, it's a moment of relief for...
Creating One-on-One Time with Kids
I don’t think anyone can argue that motherhood isn’t busy. We mommas take care of our kiddos all day long in some form or...
10 Reasons to Hug a Doula :: In Honor of Doula...
May is National Doula Appreciation month. That means we moms fortunate enough to have a doula get to thank the women who stood by...
3 Kids In 3 Years…And I Love It!
When I was younger…pre-kids era, I used to think that I would have three or four children that were spaced two to three years...
Do You Have A Mom Mentor?
You’ve heard it takes a village, right? Well, it may not take a very big village. But we all need help from time to...
When Life Doesn’t Go As Planned :: Making Lemonade from Lemons
Every year, my husband and I have the privilege of taking a trip through his work. The destination changes, but the outcome? Always the same...
To My Married Mom Friends . . .
Dear Married Mom Friends,
How's it going? I felt like writing you a letter tonight. Yes, I know we talk and text all the time....
My Life-Changing Mom Hacks
You don’t need to look very hard to find a gazillion mom hacks to make life “easier” for you. Pinterest. Mommy blogs. Facebook. And...