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How ‘SMART goals’ got me out of my postpartum funk

The SMART goals became a distraction from the self-loathing that had consumed me for months.

Your child is human, too

Don’t punish your child for being a feeling, quirky, independent person.

Improve cooperation and peace: 21 ways to reach your child’s heart

1. Listen with the intent to understand their point of view and feelings.

Our house may not be fancy or pristine, but it’s safe, warm and loving

“Mommy, I’m safe,” she said, snuggling into my chest as we laid in bed.

What do our kids need from us most? To be truly seen

It costs nothing, and takes only moments a day. 

Why mamas need rituals + renewal

We need rituals—they give us rhythm, meaning and reminders of purpose.

While you were sleeping—I saw a toddler instead of a baby

While you were sleeping, I just stared at you, in awe, that something so perfect could come from me. ?

Healthy parent-child relationships are built through play

More cooperation and connection are around the corner.

The one parenting tip you should always remember

The voice you need to listen to is your own.

To my son, in the leopard print one-piece

You would make any mama proud, parading around in that thing like you were born in it. 

7 important ways to teach your kids to be empathetic and assertive

A boy in my son’s preschool said some nasty comments to him…

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