Mom 101

Going Home Early After Birth Actually Can Be Normal, So Why Are We Judging Kate Middleton?

I do feel for Kate, and the responsibilities she has as the mother of the future king. But one thing Kate catches criticism for I fully understand. I completely understand why Kate leaves the hospital so soon after giving birth.

After Infertility, Certain Aspects of Mom Culture Make Me Wince

I’m certainly not trying to negate what an incredibly exciting time pregnancy and pending motherhood is, but I’ve lived through an experience that puts all others that come after it into perspective.

Five Things I Absolutely Refuse To Cheap Out On For Myself

I’m sorry, but just because I’m a mother, and obviously should be saving my money for my kids, there are certain things that I absolutely refuse to cheap out on…for myself.

What is a ‘Theyby?’ Gender Creative Parenting is the Latest Trend

What is Gender Creative Parenting? Parents are actively making the choice to withhold their child’s gender, and refer to their children as, ‘their, them, they,’ or just by the first letter of their child’s name. Thus, the short-form ‘Theyby’ (Get it? No gender + baby = Theyby).

Adoption and the Problem with the ‘Hero’ Label

Imagine if you grew up thinking your parents were heroes just because they took you in? How would that make you feel about yourself? How might that impact your self-worth?

My Kids Will Wear Hockey Jerseys Even Though My School Board Doesn’t Support It

While many school boards across the country are actively participating in Jersey Day, inviting all of their students to wear one in solidarity, my school board is not among them.

I Finally Learned To Ask For Help and This Is What Happened

When you ask for help, magical things happen. I learned to get over myself and my ego, enough to realize that people aren’t pitying me, they are helping me.

Kate Hudson Pregnant! What It’s Like to Have Kids From Different Dads

Kate Hudson is pregnant with her third baby daddy. I know only too well what it’s like to have children with different men, and what it’s like to have to explain…

What’s the Going Rate for the Tooth Fairy?

Every day, parents wonder about the etiquette of the Tooth Fairy and how she works her magic. So, without further ado, here is a Beginners Guide to The Tooth Fairy…