“Find the small things that make you happy and celebrate them HARD.”
How Celebrating Small Wins Made Me A Happier Mom
‘Wow, someone dressed herself today, didn’t she?’ I pat my child and say proudly, ‘Yes, she did!’: Mom shares importance of fostering children’s autonomy
“I found myself fighting with her on what to wear for the longest time until it hit me. It’s not important.”
‘This life is not for the faint of heart, but for those full of love.’: Military wife shares whirlwind love story, motherhood journey through husband’s 13 deployments
“Love will make you do crazy things, and military love makes you do them fast. My mind was spinning, but I closed my eyes and jumped.”
‘Carter is threatening to self-harm.’ It was a huge wake-up call for me.’: Mom shares 8-year-old son’s mental health journey
“I’m his voice when he is voiceless. I’m going to always speak up for my child and his mental health.”
10 Important Lessons I Hope To Teach My Daughter
“No matter what life throws your way, I’ll always be your first best friend. I will be there for you every step of the way.”
Our Plan Was Always Two Kids, But Now I’m Not Sure I’m Ready To Be Done
“Logically, I probably should be done, but my heart wants one more.”
I Expected Movie Nights In Motherhood, Not Pill Sorting
“I thought my calendar would be busy with school events and sports practices, not therapies and Medicaid calls. I didn’t imagine motherhood resembling full-time nursing.”
6 Simple Keys To Gentle Parenting — And Why You Should Try It!
“It’s our job as parents to be the calm for our children, not join the chaos.”
Mom’s Survival Tips, Words Of Encouragement For Other Special Needs Parents
“You might feel like a failure sometimes, I know I do, but you’re not. You keep fighting every day, and that alone makes you amazing.”
Why I Don’t Do Housework During Naptime
“I love my daughter and I want to feel love for her. That means I need to take ‘me time’ while she naps. When my daughter wakes up, she gets a happy, refreshed mama who prioritized herself.”