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What if ‘hustling’ isn’t the goal? How to unlock the magic of slower living

What if you give up the battle of the “what-ifs” and the “to-dos” and traded them for a calm life? 

Instead of focusing on how motherhood changed my body, I’m celebrating how it changed my soul

Take that photograph. Wear that bikini. Climb all over that playground. Jump together, dance together, laugh together.

To my messy (wonderful) husband

You’ll never regret having crumbs in your kitchen if it means your children are secure in their father’s love for them.

Who are you becoming, mama ? 

Emojis speak louder than words. 

Dear working moms: You inspire me. Thank you. Love, this stay-at-home mom.

Thank you for showing us that who you were before, although never the same again after children, is important to preserve.

3 essential questions to ask at the end of every hard day

Carving out this time helps me know that though I did not live out my day perfectly, I did live it well.

How to say no—without fear of disappointing others

Saying “no” doesn’t mean being a jerk. It means respecting your + others’ time.

The 4-word phrase that changed the way I talk to my children

Any time you find the need to validate someone’s perspective while communicating your own, this is the phrase for you.

Strong like mama

Life is tough but so are you

My inner adult said ‘no’ to playing in the rain. I’m glad I didn’t listen to her.

Sometimes parenting is about embracing “yes” instead of always saying “no.”

To the mama caught between selfless and selfish

Are children a blessing? Yes. Do I love my kid? Yes. Do I want to be a good mom? Yes. Do I want a vacation already? Yes.

8 tips for the working mama worried about separation anxiety

4. Talk baby what to expect—even if it’s just for your sake

Pregnant mom working on baby book

Your children don’t need perfect baby books or photos. They just need you.

I decided my time and energy are not well spent dwelling in the past or being anxious of the future. My time is best spent being fully present today.

Your new toddler healthy eating strategy: Make it fun, not sneaky

When kids get involved with their food choices, healthy eating seems a lot more exciting.

How to get to the bottom of whining—and give your kids the tools to avoid it later

Whining is the emotion of frustration and in order to help draw it out, we will need to come alongside it.

10 productivity tips to help you unleash your inner Mom Boss

The average mom only gets 17 minutes of alone time per day. We challenge you to find more without sacrificing.

Dear husband: When I forget to see you…

Today, and every day, I want you to know...you are my favorite.

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