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Self-Care

I’m not a morning person, but woke up at 5:30 a.m. every day for a week—here’s what happened

Let’s just say there was a lot of coffee. ☕️

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

No time for self-care? 30 ideas to squeeze in during nap time

19. Bake something delicious. That you don't have to share with anyone.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

My daughter—you’re so much more than what you see in the mirror

Beauty comes from something deeper...something not so easily washed away by soap and water.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

I became a more peaceful parent by letting go of distractions and ‘perfection’

We can teach our children that peace builds bridges—bridges that can carry us over in times of trouble. ✌️️

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

I feel guilty for not feeling guilty

Maybe mamas will never really be able to escape guilt—maybe we’ll always wonder if we’re doing this right.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

11 positive parenting techniques to try before breakfast

Don’t underestimate the power of a good hug.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

To the mom having an off day—there’s no such thing as perfect

Here's how to "let yourself be" without feeling like a failure.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

One simple suggestion changed my whole view on motherhood

“I wasn’t just depressed, I was trapped in negative and self-doubting way of thinking.”

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The amazing way that pregnancy prepares you for motherhood

It has taught me to see the magic. ✨

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Suddenly, I’m remembering the old me—I’ve missed her

When snippets of the old you appear, remember she is still part of you, and that it’s good to make time to be her.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

How becoming a boy mom transformed the way I see men

The thing about becoming a parent is that it truly transforms how you see the world.

Updated Sep. 29, 2022

Decluttering burst: Let go of 100 things in less than an hour

60 minutes is all you need.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Why ‘connected parenting’ is the secret to happy families

Responding to irrational requests with positivity isn’t always easy. Here’s how to replenish your own well.

Updated Dec. 15, 2021

This life is chaotic, imperfect… and all I really need

Sure, there are ways I would *like* to improve. But, you know what? I’ll still be fulfilled if they never happen.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

If you’re wondering why you feel down this month, the ‘August Blues’ explains so much

You know that feeling you get on Sunday nights? The whole month of August can feel a lot like that.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

My kids don’t need more ‘stuff’—they need more of my time

“I am making the most of these years with my babies by giving them my time and not things.”

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

I’m getting to know the non-mom version of me again

Because when you think of it, we’re always about 20 different versions of ourselves at once. We’re mother, daughter, friend, wife, teacher, doctor, nurse. 

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

I want to decide my ‘good days’ by what I did, not what I weighed

The scale isn’t going to be in charge of my happiness anymore.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

Tidying up with kids ✨: How motherhood changed Marie Kondo’s KonMari philosophy

What “sparks joy” for a kid may not do the same for you...

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

The mental load of motherhood can be lighter—really

Yes, the experts say it really is that simple. Here’s where to start...

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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