Maya Sutherland
The Dangers of Water Beads
Thinking back on the early days of motherhood, I remember being introduced to water beads at a playdate. I thought they were the best...
How to Know If a Recipe Is Good
Have you ever tried a new recipe, and had it be... well, awful? Like mind-numbingly bad? So bad that you knew it couldn’t have...
Playdate Etiquette: How To Do It Right
Typically, playdates are reserved for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, although they can still benefit school-aged kids.
In the early days of motherhood, playdates were about...
How Music Has Saved Our Mornings
Let’s face it, mornings with kids are HARD. It’s a mad rush to get all the things done before you are late... yet again.
The...
Simple School Lunch Ideas (Even If They Won’t Eat Sandwiches)
Growing up, my mom always packed my lunch — likely because of my food allergies. I always looked forward to what she packed. My...
Meal-Planning Tips From a Personal Chef
Meal planning is not a one-size-fits-all kind of thing. Instead, do what works for you until it isn't working anymore and then switch it...
Sorry (Not Sorry): Being Unapologetic
Around the world, studies have shown that women apologize more often than men. This is not a total shocker for me. Do you find...
Simple Hacks Guaranteed to Make Your Life Easier
Life is cray-cray-crazy with doing all of the things, and as much as you try to simplify it, that overwhelmed feeling still creeps past...
Giving Back to Our Community: Where to Volunteer with Kids in Jacksonville
When I think about my childhood, I have many great memories of volunteering: Neighborhood cleanup, helping build a house for a family with Habitat...
5 Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With Kids
Growing up, we didn’t have any St. Patrick’s Day traditions, but I do remember my stepfather grumbling about not wearing green because he’s Irish,...
Baby Shower Gifts New Moms Actually Need
Baby showers are simply a given, and although I am a mother, I sometimes have no idea what I should gift the expectant mom....
The Magic in My Family’s Secret Santa Tradition
When I was in elementary school, my family started our Secret Santa tradition. It was my mom’s idea because she wanted to facilitate the...