Tag: parenting
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...
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....
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...
Our New Old House
I've never lived in an established neighborhood before. The neighborhoods of my youth all began with dirt clods and lumber frames and families filling...
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...
Mental Health Help Is Suicide Prevention
Over this past year, our family has found ourselves in an unexpected place: dealing with a mental health crisis involving one of our children....
A Parenting Mantra: People are More Important than Things
People are more important than things.
I can't remember where I first heard this phrase. A quick Google search tells me it comes from Randy...
An Open Letter in Support of the FASD Respect Act
FASD or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders is a direct result of alcohol exposure to a developing fetus while in utero. These disorders are the...
Tips to Prevent Accidental Overdose in Children
September is National Recovery Month and is aimed at educating on treatment and recovery for those with substance use disorder. This September, a significant...