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lessons from mom

Mama, you told me…

That it would be a joy to watch them grow up. But Mama, you never told me how quickly the time would pass; how the hours, the days, the weeks and the months would slip through my fingers so fast. That I would suddenly find myself looking at a child instead of a baby; a baby instead of a newborn; and beg time to be a little bit kinder and wait for me to catch up.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

Watching ‘Toy Story 4’ reminded me that less is more when it comes to my kid’s toys

Forky is a reminder that parents don't necessarily have to break the bank in purchasing toys for the little ones in our lives

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

My son wasn’t invited to the birthday party—so here’s what I did

I thought of all the times that I'd felt left out. I could still feel that hollowness settling in my stomach and that heaviness pressing against my chest when I'd find out that friends were doing something I wasn't a part of.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

5 important lessons my working mom taught me about my career

2. Start strong from day one—don't wait for permission to launch your full potential.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

What I learned about motherhood after I brought my newborn to the ER

In between panic and tears, somewhere inside of me, the mom in me appeared.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Mom, you’re a superhero for raising 5 kids

I don't know how you did it all, but what I do know is that you're amazing.

Updated May. 08, 2018

To help my children make the right choices, I want them to remember this one phrase

“Whatever you do child, do not let it be at the cost of your beautiful heart.”

Updated Feb. 25, 2025

I’m turning into my mother—and I’m so grateful for that

The truth is, you understand me in a unique way that my husband, children or best girlfriends never will.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

10 true things this mom of 3 wants new mamas to know

Be patient with yourself. Be kind to yourself. This ride is the best adventure of your life.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Motherhood is: Wishing for bedtime, but missing them as they sleep

Embrace the bittersweet of motherhood—longing for sleep but cherishing those quiet moments as they drift away.

Updated Mar. 31, 2025

6 lessons I wish my mom taught me that I’m teaching my children

#1—Navigate daily life. Pay attention and be kind. (Probably the simplest—and the hardest.)

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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