My first blog about motherhood was in 2014. My oldest was headed to middle school, and I was lamenting about mood swings and conversations...
I'm in the "middle years" of parenting. Somehow, I got here without even blinking. I went very quickly from two in diapers, to two...
As of three days ago, I have a teenager. He’s thrilled; I’m nervous. He’s not full-blown into the apathetic attitude and “Mom, you’re embarrassing...
Remember the spring of 2020? When schools closed and parents across the country celebrated teachers and all the amazing things they do? Parents struggled...
Prioritizing one-on-one time with my children daily has been fantastic for our relationship. I grew up the oldest of seven children, and I have...
From the second my first child was born, I experienced the purest form of terror I’d ever known. Yes, of course, I was overwhelmed...
As a mother of two gifted children, there are a few things I’ve learned and noticed over the years. One of the most obvious...
Bedtime at our house takes around two hours. I know, that sounds ridiculous. And some nights it really is. But most nights it's the norm,...
My kids have always been close. They are a year and a half apart, and despite being opposites in many ways, they have always...
Changes are happening, and you and your child are starting to notice. Sudden physical growth, a deepening voice, hair in different places, unexpected odors....
Straight to the dance studio from school, then straight home to do homework to get to the soccer field on time. Long drive to...
Growing up, my husband and I went to both public and private schools. I started out in public school for elementary and middle school...