If you read one parenting book a day, for the next seven years, I firmly believe you would only skim the surface of what's out there. Methods, schedules, support groups, sleep training... it's enough to make my head spin. And for what? I mean, let's say you read all the books, go to all the…
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An Open Letter To My Son
Today I failed you. My fuse was too short, my patience too thin, and my peace? No where to be found. You didn’t even do anything out of the ordinary. You were fussy, as babies often are. I’m still not sure if you are teething, having tummy troubles, or just felt cranky today.. and I…
Mom-ing Made Easy
Growing a tiny human is hard enough, but add in Graco vs Britax, Rock 'n' Play vs Mamaroo, and Wubbanub vs Natursutten... and you're headed straight for a Mommy-meltdown. Now, I don't claim to be an expert (or anything close) on all things baby, but I do have a running list of products that have…
The worst, best days of my life
Typically, I write from the overflow of my soul: Passionate thoughts forcing their way to the surface, coming out in one big wave. But this topic, this story, I have been unable to get out. I stare at this screen now, just like I have countless times in recent weeks, and I am at a…
I am not ready to be a Mom.
A lot has happened since I last sat down to write. I think that might be the understatement of the year. Raising a puppy, engaged, married, baby on the way, new home.. At least I covered all major life decisions in a matter of 6 months max. And if you've asked me how I'm feeling…