I’ve been in and out of therapy for about twenty years. I’ve soaked up countless self-help books, podcasts, and documentaries, like a sponge. I’ve tried to find anything I can get my hands on to learn and grow. As...
If you were to scroll back through my old photos circa 2017–2021, you would see sweet little twins with perfectly braided "Elsa hair" who are probably wearing the same outfit, but in different colors. Next to them will be...
As mamas, we generally don't make time in our busy schedules to deal with a quick bump or unexpected fever — so when those things do crop up, we occasionally may find ourselves treating these things at home. And...
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 5–10 percent of women during pregnancy have some kind of hypertensive disorder. Some women have high blood pressure before they get pregnant, while others have high blood pressure...
The gift of health and building healthy habits is one of the most important things we can give our children while they are in our household. Studies show that health in your childhood typically leads to health in your...
As moms so used to caring for others all the time, we often put our own healthcare on the back burner. We consolidate and multi-task where we can, rushing from appointment to appointment. When it comes time for our...
As moms, we’re often taught to measure our success by how much we can cross off our to-do lists. The more tasks we complete, the more we feel accomplished. But if you’ve ever ended your day with an unfinished...
Pregnancy is a time of tremendous change and growth — not just for your ever-expanding belly and pant size. A lot is going on when it comes to your overall health, even your bone health (although you likely haven’t...
We all do it. We see a call come in at an inconvenient time and think, I’ll call them back later. But sometimes, later never comes.
It was two years ago when I lost my dear friend Lee. We’d known...
It was just another ordinary afternoon in August when my whole world shifted. I was buzzing from work to pick up my little ones from school, as I always did, when my phone rang. Seeing my mom’s name light...
I absolutely love the holiday season. The emphasis on food and family really speaks to my love languages. Bring on the comfort food, the cozy pajamas, and all the cookie parties!! Your girl is ready to indulge fully. It...
By the end of every night, I find myself sitting on the couch in my living room paralyzed by what to do next. Throughout the day, from the time my eyes open, the number of tabs that are open...