A long time ago I saw a vlog that talked about different social customs in Europe and the United States. The vlogger talked specifically about the lack of social gatherings people had during the work… Read More »How to Get Out of That Weekday Rut
Being a parent comes more naturally to some people, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that they know what to expect when they are suddenly in this new role. You can surround yourself with people with… Read More »This Is What I Would Have Liked to Know
My motherhood is filled with movement. It’s constantly trying to fit things in wherever and whenever I can and doing my best to stick to a routine so my kids’ emotional and physical needs are… Read More »Why I Now Find Value in Slowing Down
We all have days when we’re left feeling thankful and wholesome, and then there are days when we question what we’re doing. Having worked with kids in the classroom for years, and now being a… Read More »You Have the Power to Make it An Amazing Day
It won’t always be like this. The quick words that have to be said between eager little voices desperately wanting to be heard, lending helping hands, or meltdowns. Those stories, ideas, or thoughts you want… Read More »A Challenge in Parenthood No One Talks About
I thought we were already in the thick of it with our toddler until yesterday. Every little thing set her off all day. She became easily frustrated, upset, and defiant. She often responded with “no”… Read More »To the Overstimulated Mama, I See You
Well, the time has come to move things out of my kindergarten classroom. The thought of doing this gives me butterflies. Feelings of both excitement and nervousness. I always told my students how you can… Read More »A New School Year Isn’t the Only Thing That’s Starting
My second baby girl was born in October. As a teacher, I decided to take the rest of the academic year off to spend as much time as I could with my newborn and my… Read More »An Exciting New Chapter: Being a Stay-At-Home Mom
Giving birth is no walk in the park. No matter what your birth story is, your body went through a dramatic change in a short period of time. Our bodies create and grow human life… Read More »To the Postpartum Mama, I See You
Congratulations! If you or someone close to you is expecting a baby, you’re in for a fun adventure! We all know that babies can be expensive and they need a lot of STUFF. When I… Read More »The Ultimate Checklist for Baby Must-haves
