Chelsea Ohlemiller
Wife, mother and educator who has Indiana roots and a passionate spirit. Chelsea’s always had a way with words and a dramatic and energetic spirit. She is married to the love of her life, Justin. She’s the mother to a spunky and beautiful 7-year-old daughter named Hattie, an independent and rambunctious son who is 4, named Hutson and an adorable baby named Hyland. She is currently a University Supervisor for Anderson University and has a deep love of teaching and helping to inspire students. She is a Ball State graduate but an Indiana University Hoosier at heart. Chelsea loves writing and being apart of the IMB team. She also writes for her personal blog: Happiness, Hope & Harsh Realities.
Indianapolis Moms Guide to January
JANUARY HAS ARRIVED and a New Year is upon us! Here is our round up of some of the family fun activities, events and things...
My Dairy Free Journey
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! At least I did for 37 years. That all changed when our third child...
10 Books Sure to be a Hit with Your Kiddos
"You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child!" -Dr. Seuss
As an educator, I know...
Code Blue Blues: Active Shooter Drills in Schools
On our recent family vacation, my daughter innocently began to discuss a Code Blue drill she had at school. Unfortunately, I knew the very drill...
Tips for the Virtual World During Election Season
I have yet to hear from a single friend that their political or personal opinion has been changed from something they’ve seen posted on...
Dear Younger Self (And All Young Ladies)
Dear younger self, (And All Young Ladies)
You are ignorant, yet smart. You have a lifestyle and freeness that will fade with age and time....
In-Laws: A Gift that Comes with Marriage
I lost my mother last year. In the same year, I gained Pops and Debbie, my in-laws. My favorite gift of 2017 was the...
Turning an Ex Into Something Extraordinary: A Message to my Ex-husband’s Family
Divorce is awful. It’s not something people plan for or wish to endure. It’s a circumstance that involves broken dreams, heartache, and severed relationships....
Breastfeeding: The 3rd Time’s a Charm
Breastfeeding has become a popular topic. The pressure to breastfeed is everywhere. It’s in the media, it’s the old lady at the YMCA asking...
The Post-Pregnancy Body Blues and The Pressure to “Get it Back”
I’m four weeks post-baby and lately all I feel is pressure-- the overwhelming pressure to “get it back.” The body, the energy, the charismatic spirit...
Thank you, Superhero Dads! We appreciate you.
Today I watched as my husband helped our children to their daily breakfast before school, a task he handles each morning so that I...
“Mommy, Why Do You Have Lines on your Head?”
This morning my sweet little 4-year-old son woke up, gave me a kiss, and innocently looked at me and asked, “Mommy, why do you...
A “Motherless” Mother’s Day
I ventured into the local Walmart to grab a quick item and was greeted with what seemed to be the world’s largest display of...
Thank You, Teacher! This One’s for You!
An Open Letter to a ONE-OF-A-KIND Teacher,
(Mrs. Morris & Mrs. Griswold, this one’s for you!)
Bless your soul, beautiful teacher! Do you know how special...