raising daughters

Life

‘No’ means no and other life lessons I’m teaching my daughters

I’m determined to raise my daughters to be strong, confident, and happy. I want them to grow up to be warriors.

Life

Just because my girls like to play rough it doesn’t mean they are ‘acting like boys’

I'm teaching my daughters about gender equality by letting them be who they are—without the labels.

Life

To my 6-year-old when you told me your thighs were chubby

I don't know what caused you to say something like that. You probably heard it on the playground, another little girl parroting an adult's insecurities.

Life

I wish my toddler still needed me

I watch as my daughter, this former resident of my belly and constant companion, runs away from me at full speed. Her focus is on claiming her independence, a milestone every parent wants their child to reach one day. But does it have to be today?

Life

The magic of being a #girlmom ✨

Raising you to be strong is magic. Teaching you to be kind is magic. Encouraging you to rest is magic. Witnessing you embrace who you truly are is magic.

Life

My daughter, there’s so much more to you than being ‘pretty’

The weight of the question was heavy and the answer far too complex.