The Handshake
Sometimes I wish I could go back in time and better understand how the pioneers raised kids. The “...
Love Languages: Why They Can Help Your Relationships & Parenting
While in my marriage and family therapy classes in my undergrad, I was able to study the concept of ...
About Being Present
Today was jog-a-thon at my twins' school! I always get really anxious because it takes up a lot of t...
A Valentine to My Toddler
To My Little Valentine,I know that this Valentine's Day will be my favorite one yet! This year, you ...
Breastfeeding in Public Should Be Embraced More
We see it everywhere: mums getting shamed for breastfeeding. As a strong believer in feeding yo...
Apps to Take Your Parenting to the Next Level
Nobody has to tell you how to be a parent. Despite those fears of failure that nag all moms and dads...
Will Having a Baby Make Me Broke?
When you are contemplating having a baby, you envision providing the best life for them; one filled ...
Where Dad Fits in With Parenting: What to Expect and What to Let Go
Everything was all lovey-dovey in the beginning with you and your husband. Add a kid or two to the e...
Four Baby Carriers Every New Mom Needs to Know About
After you bring your beautiful new baby home one thing you will quickly learn is that they love to b...
Four Tips to Make You a Better Parent
Once you become a parent, you never get a break. Even on family vacations, you must deal with siblin...
Helping Your Kids Get to Sleep Earlier – the Easy Way
Since sleep impacts so much of our quality of life from immune function to mental health, I am a hug...
5 Reasons Why My Kids Are in Bed Before 8 P.M.
Bedtime: probably one of the most passionate discussions amongst parents. People usually have p...
When the RUSH is Over
I'm watching my brilliant semi-homeschooled daughter finger knit right now. She's just finished...
Ashley's Daycare Experience
The day I found out I was pregnant, I put myself on daycare waitlists. Now this may sound a little i...
Choose to Skip the Stress This Holiday Season
This side of Heaven...I keep typing these words over and over again.This side of Heaven, we won't un...
Fall Bucket List
I really love making bucket lists for each season. It is so fun to come up with new and exciting thi...
Beauty and Boundaries
Dear Mom,Your child is a bright, shiny ray of light that shines out what you put in... sometimes. An...
Rihanna wants to be an Empowering Mother
"I’m going to give birth to a black woman." This is part of the powerful statement Rihanna ma...
How Can Temper Tantrums Teach Your Child To Regulate Emotions And Manage Anxiety
Emotions and anxiety are normal human experiences that can be helpful in some situations (like the i...
3 Celebrities that love working with their Kids
Who says that parents and children working together has to be stressful?Even though not all kids of ...
Don't Apologize, Mama!
If you're reading this, you're probably overwhelmed and exhausted, just like me. Everything you do s...
Dear Sister, You Were Made to Love
We best love others when we love ourselves, first.Yes.I just said that out loud.And I believe it.Gro...
Dear Woman Who Told My Baby to Shut Up
Last week we flew to England. We’ve flown many times before and never had any problems. My older d...
She Said It Was Like Quitting Smoking: Device Addiction is Real
I'd like to think I'm a fairly laid-back mom. You know, I'm not crazy about super strict routines, I...
