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8 Things People Need to Stop Asking Moms
8 Things People Need to Stop Asking Moms
Being a mom is exhausting, especially in the digital age. Whatever parenting decision you make, there will always be someone who disagrees with you. Even seemingly well-meaning...
Pool Safety Tips for Moms
Summer is finally here! It's time to break out the sunglasses and flip-flops and head out to the pool. There was a time, long before children, when pool lounging was a simple affair. Accompanied...
Flying With Babies and Toddlers
If you've ever flown with little kids, you know what a nightmare it can be. I would probably put it at the top of my list of things I dread in life. My family...
How I Simplified My Life as a Mom
As moms, we have experienced some of the most stressful and chaotic situations imaginable. Even on the best day, I would classify my life as an "organized chaos." We are excellent multi-taskers, housekeepers, owie-fixers,...
I’m Okay With Saying No (and You Should Be Too)
I used to be what I like to call a "chronic people-pleaser." I never said no. I avoided confrontation like the plague. If you asked me my opinion, it would be bi-partisan and bland. If...
To the Mom Married to A Grad Student
This one is for the mom whose only alone time with your husband is spent asleep.
For the mom who watches the clock, hoping he will make it home before the kids go to bed.
For...