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Colleen Temple

Colleen Temple, M. Ed (she/her) is a freelance writer, author of the novel Summer Breakdown, and editor of This Is Motherhood. She lives in a coastal Massachusetts town with her husband Colin and their three lively, creative, and hilarious children. Summer Breakdown is her debut novel, and you can find more of her work online at @colltemple (IG) and @watchcollwrite (TikTok). www.colleentemple.com

Parenting

12 positive phrases that motivate kids to do the right thing

These encouraging phrases can help your child be their best self.

Toddler

Embrace the magic of threenagers: 10 reasons why 3 year olds rule

1. They're confident.

Life

When your child doesn’t listen, remember: You’re still a good mom

I’m here to tell you: Me, too. And I understand.

Life

My last-minute summer bucket list

We may not have gone on a big family vacation, BUT—we did enjoy the simple pleasures of life. 

Baby

3 genius products that make bathtime with baby *so* much easier

Seriously, why didn't we think of this?

Shop

13 craft supplies under $20 we’re buying on Amazon Prime right now

To keep your kiddos busy + happy for hours.

Shop

6 must-have products for the toddler who says ‘I can do it myself’

Fostering independence in your toddler = #parentinggoals.

Relationships

Thank you for being the best daddy ever

Thank you for throwing me really, really, really high in the air. You make me feel like I can fly. I hope I always feel like that inside.

Real Sleep Stories from Real Mamas

5 lies I believed about sleep before I became a mom

We HAVE to get some sleep. Somehow.

Baby Health

How to keep baby safe: Your babyproofing checklist

From cleaning products to chargers, we've got you covered, mama.

Parenting

I won’t parent the same way again after the pandemic is over

It's been a year of "wait and see".

Life

I need your hugs just as much as you need mine, my baby

Hugs from my kids make me feel safe, secure and happy

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