Catherine Keating

Catherine is a mother, teacher, and writer living in Seattle with her husband Joe, two children, Tucker and Grace, and furry baby, Jersey Dog. She attempts to stay mindful and grounded, and is always on the search for all things beautiful and joyful. Catherine's first book, There Was Supposed To Be a Baby, was inspired by her journey to healing after two miscarriages. In her spare time, Catherine practices yoga, enjoys music, and spending as much time as possible outdoors.

Life

What do I tell my innocent children about our hurting world?

I’m going to hide mass killings and police shootings and snipers killing officers for as long as I can. But I feel compelled to start the conversation about hate and hurt.

Child

My 3 secret ingredients to a simple, happy summer with kids

I’ve decided these are the only rules I’m really going to care about this summer.

Life

Want to be an incredible mother? Just be truly present

Be present during the joy, be present during the frustration. Be present. Be present without expectation.

Life

To my husband: You make me a better mother

Keep calm and watch SportsCenter. You deserve it.

Life

I can’t stop hate. But I can pour love into my family.

Bubble wrap won’t work to protect my kids. So what do I do instead? I love—and teach them to love.

Life

Everyday motherhood: The most incredible show on earth

Every day we do it—we defy the odds with our balancing act.

Life

I’m not perfect, but I am the perfect mother for my child

In the times of ease, I am their perfect mother. In the times of challenge, I am their perfect mother.

Life

‘Enjoy every moment’? I’m exhausted this moment.

Cheers to the moments when you open the door, looking completely unhinged.

Life

Here’s a pep talk for the days when you don’t want to adult

What truly matters today? 1. I show up with love. 2. My babies are safe and loved. That’s it.

Motherly Stories

A mother’s love is the most powerful force on earth

I truly believe we mamas have the potential to change the world.

Life

My secret? Sometimes I miss my best friend—my husband

My husband—my best friend, my roommate—is sometimes the person I miss the most.

Life

Hey mama—you deserve to have a little fun

“The more I play, the less I worry. The less I worry, the more joyful I am as a mother.”