To prepare for my baby, I read a lot of mom blogs while pregnant. When it came to posts on sleep, I felt like I was already judged before I even had a baby. Just by trying to get prepared and read about newborn sleep, I had entered a huge debate when all I wanted …
I am always surprised by my child’s energy and curiosity. Besides wishing my coffee each morning could give me even half that amount of energy, I am always looking for more ways to engage her curiosity. I wanted to set up her day in a way she can work on her skills and truly explore …
In addition to everything I already do as a mom, something I have been focused on is how to improve our family wellness. This means anything from a better night of sleep to a more productive and stress-free house. I have learned over the years that if I don’t feel well or am in …
Some days I just can’t. Like literally just the thought of work, cleaning, cooking or parenting is too much. Sometimes I really want to or need to complete a task or project but it just seems like it will take too much energy. Or I just don’t know where to start and I’m overwhelmed. It …
Outside of the daily chores such as laundry, dishes, sweeping floors and wiping surfaces, what should be prioritized? As a mom with very little extra time, I do not deep clean my house as often as I should be. But, I want to be sure that our living place is healthy. I was particularly interested …
I can’t get enough HGTV. Honestly, I could watch house transformation shows all day. I come up with all kinds of crazy ideas on what I want to do to our house. My husband is not a fan of most of them because they always involve him doing the work. And while it is fun …
Even if you know you are perfect for each other and want to be with no one else. Relationships are hard, especially long-term relationships. Before I got married, one piece of advice I got was to always do the dishes after dinner together. While that has proven to be a very good piece of advice, …
I have studied language as an adult. I have studied abroad twice. I have learned both Spanish and German. However, I have never learned one well enough to teach my child a second language. In addition to the benefits of brain development, there is a bigger reason I want my child to speak two languages. …
A bucket list is filled with life experiences or goals you want to accomplish before you die. The list can be anything from learning a new language to climbing Machu Picchu. However, accomplishing or working towards these goals probably won’t bring you everyday happiness. It won’t add to or improve your day to day. Your …
I breastfed both of my babies and while it was tough at the beginning, it was the best decision I ever made. Not only are there great benefits for both you and baby but also looking back I got so many special cuddles. I had no idea how sweet and precious it is to nurse …