Here we cover everything from those precious first 12 months to the hardships of having a toddler and beyond. Need advice on adoption, parenting teenagers, or finding your mom tribe? Look no further. It takes a village, and we’ve got your back.
Ever wonder what you did with all your free time before you had kids? I sure do, because now it’s such a precious commodity that I can’t remember what it’s like to regularly have evenings and weekends to myself. Over the years, though, I’ve come up with tactics to make sure that my husband and I still … Read more about 12 “Hacks” for having a social Life with Kids
Potty training any child is a victory but potty training a child with special needs brings a whole other level of satisfaction and serenity. I should know; it took several years to toilet-train my son, Max, who has cerebral palsy. But he did it. No, we did it — and here are 10 key things that helped us. 1. … Read more about 10 Things to remember when Potty Training a Special-Needs Child
Since becoming a mom, I’ve made a lot of new friends — moms in my neighborhood, moms at my children’s schools, moms at their events and programs, and moms I’ve met online and local Facebook groups. I’ve also attempted to be besties with the staffers at our pediatrician’s front desk so they can call me … Read more about 7 Awkward Mom Friendships you probably already have
You know those lazy, carefree days of summer? Wha? Exactly. Parents don’t get much of a break during the season — someone neglected to write that into our contracts. Here’s how most of us actually spent our summer vacation:
Whether your child has experienced bullying or you’re just worried about the possibility, there’s a silver lining: psychological research supports the idea that teaching children good coping techniques can significantly decrease bullying — and if it does happen, your child won’t be as scarred by it. Here’s what you can do today to help your child deal … Read more about 5 Ways Parents can help put an end to Bullying
I don’t think we give kids enough credit. Sure, they love their games and toys and electronics. They don’t always like to share (I’m looking at you, 2-year olds!). But they can also have an empathy for other kids that we don’t recognize. I see it when we’re clearing out some of our toys here. I … Read more about Parties with a Purpose: How to give back on kids’ Birthdays
I honestly don’t know how many negative pregnancy tests I’ve had over the past three and a half years. I imagine I could figure it out if I dug deep enough, but who wants to go there? I’ve already dealt with the disappointment that comes with each of those negatives so there’s no need to … Read more about 6 Ways to deal with a negative Pregnancy Test (when you wanted a positive)
The dreaded two-week wait. Those of us in this game know it as the 2ww. Those awful days between your pregnancy attempt — whether that be a natural try at home or a medicated attempt at the fertility center — and the day you get your pregnancy test results. There are a few things to know … Read more about The 8 Stages of the two-Week Wait
Proverb — a concise saying that states a general truth or piece of advice. Famous proverbs are thrown around quite often, and I must admit, I usually nod in agreement or toss out a knowing laugh, while I mull over the proverb for a few minutes to figure out how it was meant. Some are … Read more about 31 Famous Proverbs, revised for Parents
With the birth of a child comes the birth of validity for pretty much every excuse you can conjure up. The “don’t make excuses” hogwash should be erased from every human’s vocabulary when speaking to a mother. Know who you’re dealing with, and adjust expectations through the filter of children. And if you’re a mother, … Read more about 31 Totally valid Excuses every Mom can use
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