Tag: motherhood
Good Enough
In the fourth grade, I was so excited that I aced a math test. More specifically, it was an A-, but still, it was...
Podcasts for Kids That Parents Won’t Hate
I spend the majority of my life right now shuffling people and things to and fro: kids to practices, groceries home, doctor's appointments, you...
Mom or Elastigirl? The Moments That Stretch You
There are moments I'm proud of as a mom. I'm not talking about giving birth to my kids, though that is something I'm proud...
Turning 30 Soon and Having a Crisis
I turn 30 next year. 30 is a significant milestone. I thought I'd plan a fun birthday and look forward to my 30th. It...
Mom, What Your Adult Son Wants You to Know
There is no shortage of parenting advice. From well-meaning grandparents to influencers to therapists to pediatricians, you can fill volumes with accounts of “good”...
It’s Okay to Buy the Halloween Costume
I buy my children’s Halloween costumes, and I bet you can guess if I bake their birthday cakes too.
My husband and I both grew...
Our Sensory Processing Story
October is Sensory Processing Awareness Month. For our family, it is a time to shine a light on what it means to have a...
Raising Libras: The Internal Justice Scales Never Tip
Zodiac signs are spoken of frequently to excuse unflattering behavior or explain extreme emotions. I’m sure you’ve heard someone dismiss their stubbornness, sharing that...
My Adult ADHD Diagnosis
Please raise your hand if watching TikTok videos helped you realize that there might be something a little funky going on with your brain....
A Busy Morning Mini Muffins Recipe
Do you have a child (or children) who love bags of mini muffins? Well, I sure do. He could eat a bag of mini...
Birthday Parties Stink
This morning, my eight-year-old bounded down the stairs, asking, “Do you know what day it is? One month until my birthday!!”
I smiled big and...
What’s Your Emergency Plan, Mom?
A few months back, I served on jury duty. It ended up lasting a whole week, with 10+ hour days. The last night, as...
Transitioning from SAHM to Working Mama: Four Tips
My time as a stay-at-home mom is coming to an end. I've spent the last year and a half at home and am excited...
Jack-o-Lantern Stuffed Peppers Your Kids Will Actually Want to Eat
If you love the idea of a Halloween-themed dinner like I do, look no further than these adorable jack-o-lantern stuffed peppers. It’s become our...