Mom 101
The Importance of Letting Kids Fall
Part of me wanted to take him home. Pick up his scooter, take off his helmet and take him home. But I know the importance of letting kids fall.
How Putting Myself First Is Putting Myself *Last*
Yes, I know I “deserve the purse.” Maybe I just didn’t want it. Maybe putting myself first IS putting myself last. The judgement is coming from inside the house.
Expert Time-Saving Techniques for Moms
I am excellent at saving time and not just in the obvious ways. I have some time-saving techniques and tricks that I have decided to share with you. You’re welcome.
Every Day I Tell Myself That Today Is the Day I Won’t Lose It
Today is the day that raising four children will not push me past the limits of my patience. Today is the day I won’t lose it.
I Didn’t Plan on Having an Only Child
I never sought out to have an only child. I don’t know if anyone does. But at some point, it became my choice to be one and done.
5 Things to Do (or Not Do) When Your Kid Is Caught Cheating at School
My middle-schooler was caught cheating at school. These dos and don’ts will help turn an instance of cheating into a teachable moment, not a catastrophe.
I’m the Mother of “That” Kid
It’s hard to have that kid. It’s even harder to be that kid.
Why We Say ‘I Love You to the Moon and Back’
Every night, thousands of parents turn the lights off and say, ‘I love you to the moon and back.’ It’s lovely. But, where did it come from? Who invented that phrase?
Attention Moms: Stop Apologizing for Being Tired
Hey moms: I know you’re tired. I see it in your eyes. I got it. I know how you feel. You’re exhausted. Stop apologizing.