When Connection Feels Like a Luxury (But It’s Actually a Lifeline) Let me be honest: there are days when the only “connection” I have with my kids is us all crying at the same time over spilled Cheerios. My goal though, is to be parenting with connection. So, what does that look like? Between back-to-back […]
Why Letting Kids Watch TV Doesn’t Make Me a Bad Mom
Pop Quiz: What Do You Do When the Baby Is Screaming, the Toddler Is Jumping Off the Couch, and You Haven’t Eaten in 6 Hours? Answer: You’re letting the kids watch TV.Bonus points if it’s Bluey, Daniel Tiger, or that one show with the unbearable songs that somehow calm your child like a magic spell. […]
You Don’t Have to Be the Pinterest Mom to Be a Good Mom
Spoiler Alert: There Are No Awards for Bento Lunches Look, I’m just gonna say it: I’m not that mom. I’m not the color-coded, chalkboard-labeling, bento-box-lunchmaking, themed-party-planning Pinterest mom. I realized I don’t have to be the Pinterest mom to be a good mom. And I’ve tried. Lord knows I’ve tried. I once attempted a DIY […]
A Real Day in the Life of a Neurodivergent Mom of 3
6:00 AM – Let the Chaos Begin There’s no gentle alarm or peaceful sunrise moment here. My day starts with my 3-year-old (ADHD in full effect) jumping on my bed like it’s a trampoline while listing dinosaurs in alphabetical order. Meanwhile, my 5-year-old is already deep in a conversation about what clouds are made of. […]
Conscious Parenting Benefits: Navigating Toddlerhood with Love
If you’re like me, you might be experiencing the whirlwind of toddlerhood. Chasing little explorers with an endless supply of energy wondering how you’ll make it to bedtime. Between the guilt of wanting alone time and wanting to cherish every moment with them, I’ve managed to remind myself of something that has made a world […]
First Trimester Essentials For Pregnancy
The butterflies and excitement or nervousness we feel when we see that positive test! It can feel amazing, but what isn’t amazing is the turmoil and discomfort the first trimester can bring for some pregnancies. Not all, but some women can experience severe symptoms and hopefully these First Trimester Essentials for Pregnancy will help an […]
Post Partum Essentials All New Moms Need
Becoming a new mom is like becoming a whole new person. Everyone prepares you for what baby will need once they’re born. No one really talks about what mom will need after being born too though. Between the bleeding, possible tears, lack of sleep, and everything in between, these are post partum essentials all new […]
Why We Love The Lovevery Subscription
As parents, we all want to make sure that our young kids are learning as best as they can. These concerns are valid and are usually paired with attempts to make sure they’re playing with stimulating toys and watching age-appropriate television. As someone who studied Early Childhood Education and is passionate about helping young children […]
How To Naturally Induce Your Labor
The last few weeks of pregnancy are always the hardest. I’m sure every mom can relate when I say that those last few weeks are when we pray for a healthy labor but also want that baby out like yesterday. Although babies will come when they’re ready, sometimes there are things that can help them […]
5 Must Haves For When Your Toddler Gets Sick
When you have toddlers and babies it seems like cold and flu season can last all year long. Understandably, parents want to make sure they’re doing everything they can to help their babies feel better as quickly as possible. As parents we wish we could take away their pain and discomfort, but since we can’t, […]