Life

I can go from happy to frustrated to mad to okay again in one single hour as a mom

I’m trying to be okay with unapologetically feeling all of the feelings of motherhood. ?

5 mindfulness lessons adults can learn from kids

Unlike many preconceived notions, mindfulness meditation isn’t actually thinking about nothing.

The mental load of motherhood always piles up on Sunday

As the default parent, I am the keeper of the pantry, the schedule and all sports accessories.

Having an only child is the perfect fit for us

My son is an only child, and it’s gonna stay that way. 

My 2-year-old is the perfect cuddling size

There are times when her hugs are so perfect, they nearly take my breath away.

When you say, ‘Enjoy it, they grow up so fast’

I know how fast it goes. It’s happening before my eyes.

4 effective ways to handle conflict (and prepare kids for life)

The truth may be difficult to say and to hear, but ultimately it does set you free.

Mama, when you feel defeated

I want us to remember that we are good at this.

I had the hardest baby ever

Can someone please tell me it’s going to be OK?

Hire the housekeeper: 6 reasons moms shouldn’t feel guilty about hiring help

4. Because your time is worth the money.

This soldier traveled around the world just in time to see his first baby born

It was like his little girl knew she needed to wait for daddy to make it.

I knew exactly what my parenting style would be—until I became a mom

Parenting authentically will look different for every mama.

New motherhood made me feel invisible

I even vanished from my own Instagram feed, eclipsed by this adorable less-than-eight-pound baby.

Every mama needs her ‘thing’—the shower is mine

Thank you for being my source of relaxation.

9 positive parenting techniques to do during bedtime

5. Offer choices, not orders

What is preeclampsia? Symptoms, causes + facts every pregnant mama needs to know

Watch for headaches, changes in your vision and lightheadedness.

It’s the middle of winter, and all I want my kids to do is play outside with me

What if more toddlers spent their days watching real birds instead of playing Angry Birds on their iPads?

Confession: I regretted becoming a mom—at first

I felt like I was drowning, and the anchor came in the form of one adorable newborn weighing just a little over 8lbs.