Mom 101

As School Reopens There Are No Easy Answers. So For Now, I Hold Onto Hope

Nobody wants this. Nobody wants kids to be at risk, or teachers to get sick. Nobody wants COVID to be a part of our reality. But it is. Now what?

Yes, I’m On My Phone A Lot. No, You Don’t Get To Judge Me

When you see me out, I might be using my phone to set up a dentist appointment or confirm a meeting. Or maybe I’m playing Word Soup. It shouldn’t matter.

40 and pregnant

40-Something Pregnancies Are No Longer Unusual

I guess it made sense that my doctor did a pregnancy test while taking blood work even though I’m 46. 40-something pregnancies are the new normal.

Things I No Longer Give A F**k About At 40

With age comes freedom. I no longer care about a lot of things that bogged me down for far too long in my youth.

Why Right Now Is a Good Time to Get Serious About Your Child’s RESPs

We’ve all had enough surprises (thanks, 2020!) so now, it’s all about planning. Early preparation for post-secondary education is a great place to start.

Best Books To Add To Your Fall 2020 Reading List

From psychological thrillers to time-bending historical fiction to deeply moving memoirs, we’ve got a little something for every reader’s fancy.

The “M” Word No One Wants to Talk About. (It’s Not “Mommy! Mommy! Mommy!”)

Women talk openly about periods and cramps, about intimate details of their sex lives, and mental health issues. Women talk openly pretty much about everything except the “M” word.

bra shopping with my tween

Bra Shopping With My Tween: Tips For Being A ‘Supportive’ Mom

Here are a few helpful tips for buying your daughters their first real bra, from a mom who has been there.

Maskne: Why Now Is a Good Time to Establish a Good Skincare Routine

Many women are just starting a skincare routine during this pandemic. It is a perfect time now that our skin requires recalibrating due to wearing masks.