Natalie Romero
An HR professional by day and a freelance writer by night, Natalie is learning that balancing motherhood with two careers can be a great juggling act and finding time for anything in between can be tough.
Always a storyteller, Natalie is a feature blogger at Yummy Mummy Club, Oh Baby Magazine and Tales from Mummy Land and is also a regular contributor at Huffington Post. Keep up with her as she blogs her way through the crazy beautiful life of a working mother just trying to have it all.
I Refuse to Do the Fundraising for My Kids
Somewhere along the way, we have shifted the hard work of fundraising to the parents. Not anymore. Not in this house.
The Importance of Letting Kids Fall
A part of me wanted to take him home. To pick up his scooter, take off his helmet and take him home. But I know the importance of letting kids fall.
To My Son’s NICU Nurse: Thank You
I don’t know if you know the impact you had on our family. I don’t think I thanked you. I hope it’s not too late.
This Fun, One-Day Family Event Gives Back to Children’s Cancer Research & Treatment
Funtastical is filled with games, raffles, face painting, vendors, a fun zone, fashion show and top children’s performers—and all happening on Saturday, May 11.
2019 Will Be The Year of Making My Kids Do It Themselves
Throughout the years I have often found myself rushing my kids through their tasks and eventually taking over because I can do it faster. The thing is, kids are smart. They catch on quickly.
Best Family-Friendly Podcasts for Your Next Road Trip
Our kids love podcasts and I’m always on the lookout for good ones that will entertain my kids (and not drive the adults nuts.) Lucky for us, there are tons of great podcasts out there, but we definitely have our favourites. Here are a few.
I Take It For Granted That My Kids Are Safe at School
I’ve never had to worry about whether my kids’ cries will alert a shooter to their hiding place. I never thought about myself standing outside on a sidewalk, surrounded by police cars.
Why I Won’t Tell My Kids to Think Positive
We are told if we think positive we’ll improve our health, be happier, live longer. Yet we are not told what to do with all of the negative emotions.
Why We Need to Reclaim Our Weekends
I often feel pressure to pack everything into the weekend. My weekends end up just as tightly scheduled as my weekdays and before I know it, Monday has rolled around and I don’t feel rested at all.
Here’s What Happened When I Let Go of Family Traditions
Things are changing. My kids are getting older and all the traditions are inevitably morphing into something new. And my heart is breaking just a little.