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Welcome to my blog. I am a licensed school counselor turned stay-at-home mom and writer. I have three wonderful children. I love the water, baking, getting creative, and traveling, especially to new places. I have a bachelor’s degree in science (Psychology major and Sociology minor), and a master’s degree in counselor education (M.Ed.). I wouldn’t call myself a parenting expert exactly, but I believe all parents are experts at raising their own children. After all, no one knows your kids better than you! My blog is about what “they say”—what we hear and read—versus what “we say”: using our own intuition. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Managing Self-Talk As a Parent: Ask Yourself This Question
(Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2019) 10 Comments
They say, “Sticks and stones will break my bones, but words will never hurt me.”
I disagree. Sometimes words can hurt even more than physical pain.
Let’s say for a second someone threw a rock at me. This is not outside of the realm of possibility with a toddler around. Yep, … read more
Why I’m Not Making a True New Year’s Resolution This Year
(Posted on Thursday, January 3, 2019) 12 Comments
They say we should make a new year’s resolution.
You know what I need to work on more than anything else this year?
Giving myself some grace… cutting myself some slack. Because the truth is, I know I’m my own worst critic.
I could focus on all the things I need to … read more
3 Steps to Raise a Resilient Child Who Bounces Back
(Posted on Thursday, December 20, 2018) 12 Comments
I am thrilled to be featured in a podcast from Dinner Table MBA. The … read more
6 Keepsake Ornament Ideas
(Posted on Thursday, December 6, 2018) 6 Comments
Baby’s Hospital Hat and Bracelet Ornament
These are our favorite ornaments. What a great way to save the hospital baby hat and hospital bracelets. Every year I decorate the tree I am reminded of the most special days of my life, the births of my three babies.
To make this ornament, simply … read more
Top Christmas Gifts for Kids 5 and Under
(Posted on Thursday, November 29, 2018) 20 Comments
Here is a list of our favorite Christmas gift ideas babies and toddlers are sure to love. Whether you are putting together your Christmas list or have found yourself looking for a last minute gift idea, hopefully this list will help!
Gifts for Newborns
Teethers
Sophie the Giraffe is a … read more
Times I Am Thankful for My Toddler
(Posted on Thursday, November 22, 2018) 18 Comments
In this season, we are reminded to think of all the things we are thankful for. Even though parenting can be a tough job, I know there are so many reasons to be thankful each and every day. Today, I am going to share with you the times when I … read more
Top 10 Products for Toddlers on the Go
(Posted on Thursday, November 15, 2018) 26 Comments
Taking a toddler or baby out into the world is not always an easy task. You never know what could happen. Usually getting out of the house is a chore in and of itself. If you have tried putting shoes on a toddler, then you probably get it. And then, … read more
Fed Is Best
(Posted on Thursday, November 8, 2018) 10 Comments
As if we don’t already have enough to worry about while raising our children, we also have to deal with mom-shaming. I know you have heard the term and I am sure there has been a time when all of us have felt it—through words or eyes.
Formula feeding, breastfeeding in … read more
Author Interview: James Breakwell
(Posted on Thursday, November 1, 2018) 8 Comments
I had the true pleasure of interviewing James Breakwell, comedy writer, father, and author. His new book, Bare Minimum Parenting: The Ultimate Guide to Not Quite Ruining Your Child, is coming out next week! You may be one of his combined 1.5 million followers on Instagram, read more
Sometimes Strength Requires a Break
(Posted on Thursday, October 25, 2018) 50 Comments
“They” have a lot to say about moms being strong:
“A Real Mom:
Emotional, yet the rock.
Tired, but keeps going.
Worried, but full of hope.
Impatient, yet patient.
Overwhelmed, but never quits.
Amazing, even though doubted.
Wonderful, even in the chaos.
Life changer, every single day.”
-Rachel Martin
“Here’s to strong women.
May we know them
May we be them.
May we raise … read more