Please Don’t Forget the Mothers of Big Kids
Sometimes scrolling social media feels like I’m upstream in an oversaturated sea of moms with young children without a paddle.…
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My Kids Are Older And I’m Lonely
I don’t want to get married. After living alone for so many years, I can't fathom the concept of having…
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I Never Knew I’d Love Having Big Kids As Much As I Do
Remember reading the What to Expect books? I carefully read every page of What to Expect When You’re Expecting, and…
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I’m the Old Mom Now
In the past six months, the moms have grown younger. Walking into my local library for the first time in…
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This is What Loving a Big Kid Looks Like
This is me, loving you, my big kid. Biting my tongue and biding my time. Thinking. And waiting. And it’s…
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As Your Mom, I No Longer Control Your Happiness—And That’s Tough
Hey, sweetie . . . it's mom. I’ve been feeling a little unsettled lately. Not just "life is crazy and…
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A Mama’s Heart Has To Learn How To Let Them Go
They leave for school and leave behind a trail of their morning activities. Half-eaten breakfast on the table. Shoes by…
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Our Baby Chapter is Officially Over—And I Can’t Wait To See What Comes Next
Someone asked me the other day how I felt about the baby chapter of my life coming to an end. As…
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5 Books To Read With Your Newly-Minted Kindergartener
Even though the school year ahead is looking a little uncertain, one thing is still true: milestones are milestones, and…
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My Daughter is Becoming My Friend
“Mom,” my daughter says to get my attention while I work busily in the kitchen. My eyes look up at…
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