By Jennifer Bailey I Need a Break, But I Never Take One
You know, there’s something funny about being a mom. We desperately need a break from our kids, but we aren’t…
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By Jordan Morgan Dear Kids, This is What I Pray For You
If a parent tells you they don’t have dreams for their children, they’re lying. From the moment the pregnancy test…
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By Natalie Kliewer How Do You Share a Miscarriage Announcement Instead of a Baby Announcement?
I lay there, trying hard to remember every detail from just a few weeks before. I had lain on the…
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By Becky Relan I’m Doing My Best, and I Hope That Will Be Enough
It's all there. The pencils, the folders, the notebooks. She bought them each a new backpack and a new pair…
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By Ashley Bufe Dear Son, I’m Sending You Into the World Covered in My Prayers
Dear son, You are called to be in the world, but not of it. And my goodness right now the…
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By Caroline Murray As Mothers, We Give Up Pieces of Ourselves and It’s Beautiful
Success in motherhood is hard to define. It's silent victories, small and large. When your child uses his manners. When…
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By Emily Finke I’ll Stay a Little Longer
I think I'll stay a little longer. I have so much yet to do before bed, but you asked me…
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By Jennifer Thompson My Mom Has Always Been There
She's always been there. To feel my kicks as I grew in her womb. Taking up space and residence in…
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By Krista Ward There Won’t Always Be Hot Wheels on My Bedroom Floor
As I bent down to pick up those little remnants of the day’s fun, I had to stop and remind…
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By Kayla Paradis Dear Work From Home Mom, You Are a Pioneer
It all starts with a heart-wrenching feeling when you think about leaving your kids to work away from home. You…
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By Michelle K Umbehauer I Did Not Have Time For Tears Today
I did something new today: I scheduled a cry. I felt it welling up inside me for most of the…
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By Melissa Neeb Welcome To the Teenage Jungle (You’re Still Needed Here)
Being told you are "cringy." Having your hugs dodged. Exasperated looks. One-word answers. Welcome to the teenage jungle. Enjoy, cherish,…
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