It's Time to Redefine the Phrase "Man Up"
During the course of any conversation with me you can expect to hear the sentence, "I once read that..." at least three times. If I'm reading a particularly interesting book this may increase to so...
How to Google Better: 7 Research Tips for the Overwhelmed New Parent
The information available to parents is endless and often contradictory. Here are seven tips to help you navigate the deep waters of parenting research.
When Your Mom Tribe is Not What You Expected
Tired as the phrase may be, it truly takes a village. And sometimes, we're more surrounded and supported than we realize at first glance.
How to Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself
Between the drop-offs and the pickups, the parties and the play dates, sometimes it's hard not to feel like everything we do is for our kids. Regardless of how you spend your 9-5, everyone knows th...
Everything You Need to Know About (Stealing) Your Kids' Halloween Candy
Don't laugh with your mouth full.
15 Ways to Be More Productive Today
Parents often have more to squeeze into one day than humanly possible. These tips and tricks can help boost productivity and maybe even make you SUPERhuman.
Teaching Our Children How To Lose: Lessons in Grace
The lessons learned on the field often find their way into all aspects of our kids' lives.
When Your Superhero Mom Needs You
To a child, mom is the ultimate superhero. Until the day comes that her humanity shines through.
To My Dear Wife: This Is How I Truly Feel About You
Men have been conditioned to play their emotions close to the vest. Well, not today. Today, I"m going to tell you how I feel, my love.
Debate Club: A Different Take on the SAHM vs. WOHM "Battle"
Two moms, living both sides of the work/stay home experience offer words of support and encouragement to one another in our latest Debate Club.
World Schooling is a Wild Ride That Just Might Be the Best Thing For Your Kids
For some families, educating their kids is a global adventure.
Why Childhood Friends Truly Are Friends for Life
No matter how much time passes, our oldest friendships shape us into the adults we become and remain a source of steadfast comfort.
How My Terrible Cooking Became Our Best Family Tradition
How one mother made a concerted effort to improve her cooking skills, and ended up making cooperative meal preparation a family tradition.
Don't Assume I'm the Nanny Just Because I'm Young
My family is a little bit different because I’m a younger mother than many are accustomed to seeing but, in all the ways that matter, we’re just like anyone else.
5 Books That Teach Life Lessons to Your Children
Nearly every house has those books that are read a million times, with worn pages and cracked spines. This is the selection at ours.
Technology, Miracles, and One Perfect Baby: A C-Section Story
There's more than one way to bring a baby into the world, as this vivid journey through a c-section can attest.
How to Teach Your Kids the Importance of Integrity When a Presidential Candidate Has None
It's hard enough to make sense of this election as adults. Explaining the downright meanness and discriminatory tones to our kids is impossible.
5 Things That Made Me More Nervous Than Planning a Home Birth
Having your baby at home means there are certain things you'll likely not have to deal with. Thank goodness,
Can Technology Help Us to Both Live in the Moment and Capture It?
With a camera rarely ever out of arm's reach, it's tempting to capture every memorable moment. But is capturing it worth more than simply living it?
6 Game of Thrones Halloween Costumes for Your Unsuspecting Baby
In just a few short years those babies of yours are going to be choosing their own commercialized average costumes. But right now, it's GOT time.
Is It Okay To Create Babies From Three Parents?
Science has greatly advanced the procedures that can create human life. A baby born with three sets of DNA is the latest achievement. But how far is too far?
Mess with my kid or my parenting, and there's a protective rage that bubbles up.
No Matter How Strong Your Grief, Kids Force You to Keep Going
With little ones around, there isn't much time to dwell on sad thoughts. But setting time aside to process them is necessary.
Next Time You Feel Impatient in the Car Line, Remember This Story
Mornings are hard enough as it is. Practice patience. You never know the challenges of those who you wish would move faster.