If you’re longing to give the kids in your life a “normal” Halloween but are totally confused about how to enjoy the holiday safely, you are not alone! Halloween safety is on every family’s mind this October as we navigate a COVID Halloween with serious confusion–and perhaps more than a little trepidation. It’s my job […]
St Patrick’s day is fast approaching, and we are so excited to share these St Patrick’s ideas for kids! We’ve partnered with one of our favorite food bloggers, Jessica at Savory Experiments, to bring you delightful food ideas to make your kids’ St Patrick’s day delicious. Plus, find fun St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids, […]
We hear this phrase a lot. It’s on t-shirts, coffee cups, and even has its own hashtag. But what does it actually mean to be “tough as a mother?” The idea of being a “tough mom” can mean so many things, from fitness to parenting style to how well you deal with the sh*t life […]
Have you ever felt like someone was judging you? I’m sure you have. Everyone has. People judge others based on literally everything. It may be your clothes, hair, friends. The list is endless. Judgment is one of the biggest areas of concern when it comes to LGBT parenting issues. In this article, Hilary tells us […]
Let’s just be honest here, y’all. Even if you had an “easy” birthing experience (I use quotes because, does such a thing really exist?), the postpartum experience is a beast. It’s a period full of emotion, discomfort, sleep deprivation, tenderness, and the realization that you’ve been lied to by your friends and family. A lot. […]
Dear Mom (and Dad, Santa, and all the other people who buy me things), I know you have big plans for me this year, and I get it. After all, it is my first Christmas where I’m interested in the decorations and squeal over the music and can actually open gifts. It makes sense that […]
The holidays are basically oversaturated with opportunities for kids to eat wayyy too much sugar and run around like tiny crazy people. Perhaps this year you’re feeling the festivities, or maybe you’ve been binging on Pinterest before going to bed, but let’s say you’ve probably lost your mind decided to host a holiday party for […]
It’s a relatively cool day for a tropical climate. A lovely, comfortable 78 degrees. But in Madaline’s small, cinder block home, the mood of its inhabitants in no way reflects the gloriousness of the weather. Schools have been closed since September, so her 6 children help her make trips back and forth to the river […]
We’ve talked previously about why we feel “mom guilt” and how we can overcome it. I often find myself battling bouts of mom guilt, and it was pretty intense when I went through the experience of moving with kids. Uprooting my then-2-year-old’s life as he knew it was so hard. So many parents wonder, “How […]