Motherhood + Parenting

Some mothers enter motherhood through the miracle of pregnancy. Others through the arduous, yet deeply fulfilling, journey of adoption. Still others through the glorious magic of marriage. I entered this hallowed place through transition. I am a transgender mom living...

  Mom guilt. When DOESNT it rear it’s ugly head? Whether it’s while you're enjoying a solo trip to the grocery store, or on a mom’s weekend getaway, it can show up and ruin your alone time in 3 seconds...

The chaos of COVID-19 is here and life as we know it has changed pretty drastically. All large gatherings have been canceled, businesses are temporarily closing, and we have been encouraged to take part in this thing called "Social...

Let’s face it, the past few weeks have been emotionally trying for most people. We’ve been in the midst of a global pandemic, socially isolated from others, and many have faced economic hardships. We now also are facing images/videos...

Dear Daughters, This year, on August 12, 2020, history was made. I write this letter to you to preserve this moment that has now become etched into my mind. I write this letter to you so that some day, when you...

Until now, I can't remember a time in my 40 years of existence on this planet that I've felt like I'm carrying so much. So much stress. So much anxiety. So many plates spinning while I run around frantically...

I’ll be the first to admit I give my kids Ted Talks during our drives. Of course, this is AFTER I’m done with my car-choreography…because I’m not like a regular mom, I’m a cool mom. (For those of you who...

How do I prepare for tornado season? It’s that time of year again, to clean the spiders out of your fraidy holes and get out your best “Gone Squatchin’” t-shirt in case you happen to make it on the...

I think we can all agree on how important reading is for our kids, but how do busy moms find the time to read more? Try some of these tips and tricks to boost your reading time. D.E.A.R. Do you remember...

Our mental health has a profound impact on our lives. In fact, there isn't one aspect of our life that goes untouched by how we are doing mentally. I am sure you could name more general areas of life...

Sometimes it feels like I am a dying breed of parent.  I don't "gentle parent". I feed my kids processed, non-organic, allergen and dairy-laden food and sometimes we even have ice cream for dinner.  While I don't make the same parenting...

"Great news! No one died AND it actually smells pretty decent in there now (shocked face emoji)," I texted my husband. It was too early to be swimming in poop. But, thank goodness we made it through! Let's back up just...