Tag: parenting
Celebrating These National Days on October 30th
Before becoming a mom, I knew about various “National Days,” such as National Siblings Day, National Dog Day, and even some dedicated to food,...
Overcoming Peter Pan Syndrome
Age is a fact of life, but the journey is more dramatic for women. Our whole lives, we've been warned about the horrors of...
The Witching Hour: My Family’s Daily Low Point
Many moms the world over acknowledge the witching hour. The witching hour is the window of time every night (sometimes much longer than an...
What I Still Haven’t Figured Out as a Mom
My morning began with a text bomb from my 14-year-old upstairs…“Can we leave early so I can get myself taco breakfast? I’ve been craving...
Crunchy Leaves and Fantastic Reads: Favorite Fall Books for Kids
After a long hot September, fall weather is finally here! As a true autumn lover, my children have also embraced the season of all...
Lessons in Motherhood From a Newbie Runner
I ran Indy’s 500 Festival Mini-Marathon in May. It was my first race ever, and I’d never successfully run a 5K before deciding to...
Witchy Mom Magic: Spooky Tips for a Bewitching Halloween Celebration
It’s spooky season, and I am here for all the witchy mom magic. Halloween season is the perfect time to ignite your creativity and...
Expectations and Mom Guilt
Recently, I finished a phenomenal book. Let me set the scene: a mother witnesses her teenage son kill a stranger outside their home. The...
From the Sidelines: Sharing My Love of Sports with My Daughters
My love for sports started early. I began playing soccer at four years old after a season of T-ball, where my parents quickly realized...
How to Still Be an Awesome Parent When You Feel Horrible
Parents don’t get to take sick days, but we all have those days when we don't feel well. Cramps, sore muscles, headaches, fatigue… we...
Dear President Biden and What I Learned About Parenting
I never thought I (42) and President Biden (81) would have much in common. He is a kid of Scranton and a politician. We...
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...