“Mama, What’s Hope?”
“Mama, what’s hope?” my 5-year-old asked when we reached the end of his favorite book. Well, less of a book…
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By Lauren Benson From Party Girl to Mom: Why I Quit Alcohol
In my 20s I was the party queen. I just lived for an epic social life. Then I had my…
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Let the Grandparents Overdo It
A while ago, a heavy barstool fell on my daughter's toes. We were up late icing and elevating. I texted…
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Do They Notice My Self-Doubt as a Working Mom?
At the office, I forget yet another small detail. Later, I am asked a simple question, something I should know…
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By Amanda Crews You Are Someone’s Beautiful
It’s 10:45 p.m. For the first time since I “put my face on” this morning, I stood staring back at…
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By Krystal Anderson Having Kids Shows Who Your Real Friends Are
Any mom, typical or special needs, will tell you having kids is the fastest way to tell who your real…
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Dear Child, You Are Not Responsible for How Anyone Else Feels about You
Dear kiddo, I have so many dreams for you. A million hopes and desires run through my mind every day…
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By Chelsea Faulkner Hey Mom, It’s Okay Not to Be Perfect
Have you ever walked into a room, to an event, or a meeting, where you immediately felt out of place?…
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By Holly Branham Now I Know How a Mother Is Made
It’s been almost three years now, but I can still remember how your 8-pound body felt in my arms. Night…
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By Marissa Khosh Going to Church with Kids is Hard but We’ll Keep Showing Up
Going to church is hard with young kids. It used to be something I looked forward to. It's something I've…
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By Laura Childers I’m Praying for My Teenager in These Challenging Years
In my mid-40s, I began to long for a baby. We didn’t get much encouragement from friends and family. My…
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When Motherhood Feels Like a Limitation
Twenty-one years ago, my husband Troy and I welcomed our first son into the world. Two years later, I gave…
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