Going from One to Two Kids Was So Much Harder than I Expected
I didn’t know what I didn’t know. And boy, DID. I. NOT. KNOW. But, I really thought I did! I really…
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I didn’t know what I didn’t know. And boy, DID. I. NOT. KNOW. But, I really thought I did! I really…
Continue ReadingMy latest project has been getting my first son’s “big boy” room ready for him before our second child arrives…
Continue ReadingTwo-year-olds often get a bad reputation for being temperamental, emotional, defiantly independent, and challenging. They are also hilarious, fun, lovable,…
Continue ReadingIt's 7 p.m., which means bathtime at our house. I close the drain and fill the tub with warm water.…
Continue ReadingRight now I wake up very early, no matter what day it is. And you need me so, so much.…
Continue ReadingSuch big blue eyes for your tiny face. Staring into them, I saw a world of possibilities for you. Would…
Continue ReadingWhen my youngest child was a freshly turned toddler, she wasn’t talking, walking, or acting much like a toddler. She…
Continue ReadingThis wasn't the plan. This wasn't on the calendar to happen so soon. I need you to know, I could…
Continue ReadingDear firstborn, I promise to remember you are still my baby. When your baby brother is born and you suddenly…
Continue ReadingYou planted a wet, sloppy kiss on my cheek and said so earnestly, “I love you, Mommy.” My heart almost…
Continue ReadingThere I was in the middle of getting breakfast together, and my toddler was mad that she had to sit…
Continue ReadingMy son's 3-year well-child visit was with a new doctor at a new office due to our previous pediatrician being…
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