Jessica Cushman Johnston

Jess lives in the heart of Montana with her husband and four kids. She's a stay-at-home mom that works in her free moments copywriting and blogging. She's passionate about family, community, adventure and keepin' it real on her new blog wonderoak.com.

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A very important letter for new mamas

To my struggling friend—I am here for you

I’m done setting unrealistic expectations for myself as a mom

I am Santa Claus, the elves and Christmas magic ✨

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A very important letter for new mamas

I’m the helicopter mom I ‘never’ wanted to be

To my struggling friend—I am here for you

Dear kids, when I fail...

To the mom at Target whose kids were screaming—I've been there, too ❤️

Dear imperfect life: I like you

I’m done setting unrealistic expectations for myself as a mom

Dear son, you'll always be my little boy

Dear daughter, when I fail at being your role model

Dear kids, when you grow up...

I am Santa Claus, the elves and Christmas magic ✨

Dear husband: I know you hate your job—but you will find your purpose

My child: I am with you no matter what happens in life

We're all good parents

Dear husband: I am all in, forever

No, I won't apologize for letting my kids be kids

You are the best mom for your kids, and I am the best for mine

Why I’ll never judge someone else’s parenting

Confessions from a tired mama

Dear husband, even on the toughest days—this is exactly where I want to be

A letter to my children—as they grow older...

All the secret thoughts I wish I could tell my child's teacher

The awesome husband checklist: Before vs. after kids ✅