There’s something magical about summer—until you’re knee-deep in sticky popsicle sticks, sibling squabbles, and a baby who only naps in a moving stroller. If you’re a mom like me (neurodivergent, trying to raise three equally spicy children—including a 5-year-old, a 3-year-old girl with ADHD, and a baby who seems personally offended by sleep), then summer […]
Parenting a Child With ADHD When You Have It Too
Let Me Paint You a Picture… I’m midway through cooking dinner, except I forgot to turn the stove on. My 3-year-old is flipping on the trampoline (again), my 5-year-old is asking me why clouds exist, and the baby is crying because, well, she’s a baby. This is parenting with ADHD when your child has it […]
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 […]
The Truth About Having ADHD And Being A Mom
The truth about having ADHD and being a mom. Motherhood in and of itself is one of the most challenging things any woman could ever go through. For those of us with ADHD or any other type of mental disorders, can easily struggle even more. I know this firsthand being a mother of 2 with […]
How To Mentally Prepare For A Baby
Okay so we all know the common sense answer to this. Get a crib, buy some bottles, save up some money for maternity leave. All of that is physical though. What about the mental prep or the emotional prep of having a baby? Bringing life into this world and having the privilege and responsibility to […]
How To Survive With A Newborn And A Toddler
Picturing yourself with a newborn and a toddler is one thing. Actually doing the thing is a whole other story! It’s definitely not an easy task, but it doesn’t have to be as daunting as people make it seem. There IS a way to set yourself up for success. With a 2 year old, and […]
How To Prepare For A Second Baby
So you’ve decided that you want to grow your family. Congratulations! This isn’t just an exciting time, but a scary one too. You may wonder what your family dynamic is going to look like in the next few months. Whether your eldest is 2 or 12 years old, you’re going into this pregnancy with more […]