Today, our neighborhood was affected by the Columbia Gas explosions in Massachusetts—and I keep replaying the last few hours in my head over and over. Today was one of those unimaginable days that then become a reality.
When we discuss mental resilience, we talk a lot about grit—that difficult-to-define…
I realized that a mother, no matter her age or the age of her children, always puts her baby first. Always.
Sometimes this in-between place, this before baby #2 place, can feel scary because just so much unknown looms before you. But believe me when I say, you've got this.
I cried as my four-month maternity leave drew to a close. I resented the fact that I had to choose between my job and a tiny being who needed me.
You can only stretch a dollar so far before something breaks.
Your doctor's office is one surprising resource.
I've been where you are. I was there, and I lost myself 1,000 times. But—I'm here to tell you—I've made it to the other side.
The problem was that even with all of these toys, she didn't seem to be actually playing with anything!
When we speak things aloud, we give them power to shape our hearts and minds. Among all the books and podcasts and articles we read, we often overlook (as I have) the importance of recognizing and speaking aloud when we are simply happy.
A recent study gives us some scientific insight.
Osaka's win doesn't diminish William's legacy, but it will inspire mixed-race children everywhere.
I'm perpetually exhausted and, in fact, am used to living in that state now. Even still, the human mind is quite an amazing thing, and I am constantly teetering on the edge of hope that she'll eventually be a good sleeper.
Few moms would pick discipline as their favorite part of parenting. But…
The wine culture that social media often promotes might seem to contradict this, but more and more moms are choosing not to drink.
This kind of prejudice against women holds us *all* back.
And it means a lot—to all of us.
One of the most important lessons I have learned as a mother is that our children do not need us to be perfect. They need us to love them and to love ourselves.