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I Was Overweight And Pregnant. Sadly, No One Noticed My Baby Bump
I just looked fat, as usual. There was a bump there, I could see it and I could feel it, but no one knew.
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.
I’m Going Back To School As A Mature (Single) Mom! Am I Crazy?
It’s not the joy of learning that motivated me to go back to school, at my age. I’m doing it for a practical payoff. And, it seems, I’m not the only one, these days.
Top 5 Potty-Training Mistakes to Avoid
Keep these 5 common toilet-training mistakes in mind and your tot will be on their way to big kid status in no time.
5 Fast & Easy Pasta Recipes To Make Tonight
Our go-to pasta recipes perfect for any weeknight dinner.
How to Help Kids Manage Anxiety During the Pandemic
We can’t control what happens over the continuing weeks and months. Fortunately, there are ways we can help kids manage anxiety during these strange times.
Creative Ways to Host a Virtual Birthday Party for Kids
Here are a few creative ways to host one to help make your birthday boy or girl feel special on their big day.
My Son’s Nickname For My Boyfriend is Mortifying, But I Can’t Stop Laughing
It’s mortifying. But in a way, it’s so mortifying it’s hilarious. What parent hasn’t been out in public when their kid says something inappropriate?
Quarantine Dinner Idea: At Home Family Tapas
Filling small spaces with an assortment of bite-sized foods is a fun way to serve a healthy dose of nibbles to your entire family.
I Cried for Five Hours And I Encourage Other Mothers To Do The Same
There is no winning at parenting during this time, so maybe stop trying to be everything to everyone and show your vulnerability.
What Will My Kids Remember About Quarantine?
Will they remember how we couldn’t visit friends and family, or how we played a ton of board games and had ice cream after dinner?
Conquer Clutter: Organization Tips for a Clutter-Free Home
Keeping the family home organized can be a super daunting task. Here are our expert’s top tips to conquer clutter so you can stay sane.
I Lost 5 Jobs In 72 Hours. How I Went From Giving To Feeling Like A Charity Case
Overnight, like so many others, I went from being a hardworking and paid writer who gave to charities to feeling like a charity case myself.
13 Outdoor Games and Activities Perfect for Rainy Days
Forget ‘Rain, Rain, Go Away’! Here are 13 ways that you and kids can make the best of a rainy day.
7 Things Some Amazing Children Are Doing to Feel Empowered Instead of Panicked During COVID
When I started scouring the internet for good news stories, I discovered there were lots of kids making a big difference despite their small size.
Poached Eggs in Marinara Sauce
What could be better than perfectly poached eggs nestled in a sweet tomato basil marinara sauce?
15 Great Audiobooks To Help You Pass the Time
If you can’t force your brain to read, why not try listening to a book? We love audiobooks and this list is a great mix of fiction, non-fiction and memoirs.
54 Things To Do At Home When You’re Bored
If you and the kids would like to try something new, here are 54 extremely easy ways to fill a bit of time.
Are the Kids All Right?
How are they feeling about the fact that activities and school are over, that they can’t give their grandparents a hug or play their friends?
Carrot Cake Scones with Brown Sugar Glaze
This recipe combines the flavours of one of the season’s most popular dessert in a not-too-sweet breakfast food.