Why it’s OK for a mom to need time away from her baby
As an only child, I’ve always had a deep-rooted appreciation for alone time. It’s how I recharge my…
Before and After
Before and After. We know the concept all too well. As in “I was _____ [insert negative adjective],…
Love Letters from Mom :: Amazon.com
Dear Amazon.com, I don’t know where I’d be without you. I’m a new mom. I have no idea…
Your Kid Learning How to Read is Actually the Worst
Remember, back when you were pregnant with your first baby, and you spent so much time imagining your…
Things I’ve Stolen From My Baby
The saying goes, “It’s like taking candy from a baby;” but the truth is, I’ve taken a lot…
To My Friend On Her First Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is coming up . Ads on social media, commercials on TV, events around the city remind…
Without a Baby to Hold – My story of Loss, Infertility, and Becoming a Mom
**Warning: sensitive content for those struggling with infertility and loss** I was teaching when I first realized it….
The Funny Thing About Infertility :: Part 1
Before I walk you through my personal experience with infertility, I’d like to note that my husband and…
I Don’t Want Another Baby.
No one warned me that there’s an unspoken threshold that occurs when your firstborn (your only) turns two….
On Becoming a First Time Aunt
When my sister called to tell me that she was pregnant, it was such an exciting time for…