“I always knew there would be multiple versions of my children. What I didn’t consider is the many versions of myself parenthood would require me to be.”
How Being A Mother Became My Greatest Accomplishment, And Greatest Sacrifice
My House Is Filled With Black Santas As A Foster Mom—Here’s Why
“When it comes to the spirit of Christmas and what the spirit of Santa is all about, it should not be about race. It’s not about black or white.”
My Kids And I Don’t Eat Dinner Together, And I’m Still A Good Mom
“Eating a meal, while not surrounded by blood-related others can feel like a nice, much-needed break.”
‘I know I’ll always be second.’: Adoptive mom shares grief and loss behind kids’ international, foster care adoptions
“‘Mom, I know how she feels. She wants you but she doesn’t.’ He gently took her out of my arms, wrapped them both in a blanket, and walked out in the rain. I watched my son, who I fought to love for what felt like a lifetime, create a safe space, like I’d tried to do so many times for him.”
Children Are Always Observing (And Absorbing Like A Sponge!)
“Children are often mirrors of what they see and hear those around them do and say.”
No, We’re Not Raising Kids To Be ‘Too Soft’
“If having soft kids means having kids who know the power behind their words and choose kindness over hate, then let me have soft kids.”
Stop Forcing Kids To Finish Their Food—Here’s Why
“There’s a massive issue with food wastage in our society, but our children not eating all of the grapes isn’t going to contribute to that.”
To The Mama Feeling Guilty This Back-To-School Season
“Your kids love you. You’re doing the best you can and that is ENOUGH.”
Co-parenting With A Narcissist Is Cruel, But You Can Take Your Power Back
“Never lose yourself and know you did the best thing you ever could have done the second you walked out the door. You are more powerful than you will ever know.”
Mom Provides Hope, Advice For Others Parenting With Mental Illness
“We beat ourselves up immensely for the smallest details our children aren’t even upset about, and yet it’s a never-ending cycle.”