Mom 101
I’m White and My Sons Are Black. How We Talk about Racism
I saw my two sons in the faces of these kids who were learning how to protect themselves if they were ever confronted by police, and it reconfirmed my fears and worries about a world full of racism and discrimination.
Moms: You Really Need to Take That Sick Day
We need to take sick days when we’re sick – not just when we’re taking care of our sick children. It’s a crazy concept that may just catch on in the mothering realm, if we push it hard enough.
Do I Have the Right to Complain About Motherhood After Infertility?
After struggling with infertility, I try really hard not to complain about parenting. If I do, I feel guilty about it. That all too familiar voice whispers in my ear — Remember how badly you wanted this? Remember all that you went through to get here?
I Might Miss These Long, Sleepless Nights
My babies won’t be babies forever, I know. But tell that to any parent and it hits right in the gut. It’s crazy to think you’ll miss those sleepless nights.
My Perfect Baby Was Born With Eleven Fingers
So what did this mean? Did it mean complicated surgery? Could it be taken care of? Should it? Will he be super good at piano?
Is 20-Year-old Kylie Jenner Too Young To Be A Parent?
Call me a cynic but I’m pretty positive that both Kylie Jenner and her famous Momager Kris Kardashian kind of knew that having a baby at age 20, while most certainly a blessing, may turn off some of her millions of fans.
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.
I Really Don’t Mind if You Bail on Me
I don’t mind if you bail on me. I’m actually just as happy not putting on pants.
If You Don’t Want More Children After Having Postpartum Depression, I Don’t Blame You
Is having another child worth it, if you’re worried about postpartum depression hitting again?