Tag: parenting
Youth Travel Sports: Worth the Hype?
I’m tired. Nine days on the coast and three time zones from here have gotten my circadian rhythm all kinds of messed up. I...
Modeling Resilience is Hard Work
As an elementary resource teacher, I reference the term “growth mindset” daily. Encouraging my students to embrace challenges and persevere through difficulties is a...
National Relaxation Day: How I Unwind With Young Kids At Home
August 15th, National Relaxation Day, is a day we can all agree is more than necessary for moms to celebrate. Whether you're a mom...
Life Hack: There Are No Easy Solutions
Life is full of the newest and greatest “hacks” being presented to us in advertising, social media, and even our Indianapolis Moms website. Who...
On Pursuing Our Passions in Motherhood
It's a question that comes up often while making small talk with friends and family I haven't seen in a while. "Do you still...
Three Ways iPhone Notes Will Save Your Sanity
I guess there could be worse things to be addicted to in life, and screen time is definitely one of them, but what about...
Dealing with After School Restraint Collapse, Daily
The everyday collapse
Collapse, I don’t know if it’s her or me who is collapsing most afternoons due to all the attitude she brings home...
Learning a New Language as a Mom
I have always been fascinated by new languages. They feel like a secret code that only a select few can translate. I was brought...
Sundays Are For Only Child Guilt
I feel the most guilt that my daughter is an only child on Sundays. Why Sundays?
Before we get there, it’s important to understand that...
5 Ways To Kick the Back to School Stress
We all know the feeling. You're minding your sweet, summer-lovin' business, cruising through Target to refill on sunscreen and popsicles. When suddenly, out of...
When in Doubt, Press the Easy Button
They say perspective is helpful in motherhood, but that’s difficult to achieve unless you’ve been there. Hindsight is 20/20, right? Allow me to share...
An Ode to the Grocery Store Wardrobe
There was a time in my life when I went to things like malls and department stores. I curated actual "going out" outfits (I...
So You’re Planning a Beach Vacation with Kids? Don’t.
Do you want to spend months planning and weeks packing for a few days in paradise? Take a beach vacation with kids.
Did you want...
Motherhood: The Job with Delayed Gratitude
As I reflected on my journey through motherhood, one thing became abundantly clear—it's a job with delayed gratitude. The sacrifices, sleepless nights, endless worry,...