I’m Not a Helicopter Parent, I’m a Curling Mom
I used to be a helicopter parent, hovering over my boys’ lives like a, well, helicopter. I didn’t interfere. I observed. Ready to swoop…
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My Daughter Wants to Be a Mom When She Grows Up and That’s OK With Me
So, today was career day at my children’s school. I love spirit days—they always give me a chance to frantically dig through whatever I can…
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Because Anxiety Comes With Me to Playdates
Mommin’ with anxiety is no joke. Moms are supposed to protect their cubs and have it all (or mostly) all together. We’re driving cross country,…
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You Are Exactly the Mother Your Children Need
Honest, vulnerable admission: I don’t feel like I’m particularly good at anything. Have any of you felt this way? Sure, I got great grades…
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Going Back to Work is One of the Hardest Parts of Motherhood
You wake up to the beauty of leaves freshly changed. You point out the window and tell your wide-eyed baby, “Look at all of the reds, oranges, and…
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Parenting a Teenager is Harder Than I Ever Thought it Would Be
Remember the sleep deprivation of having a newborn? Remember the mental drain of potty-training a toddler? Or the worry of dropping your…
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My Car May Be Messy But My Life is Beautiful
A photo of my disgusting car went viral. And sorry, but I’m not sorry. A couple of years ago, I posted a picture of what the seat of my car looked…
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Dear Kids, I’m Sorry I’m Not the “Fun” Mom
I’m sorry I’m not the “fun” mom. I’m sorry I don’t let you go to just anyone’s house. I’m sorry I don’t let you go places…
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Being a Single Mom is Completely Exhausting
Grief. . . emptiness. . . depression. . . anxiety. . . those are a few of the words I would have used to describe losing your spouse before it…
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There’s Just Something About That Last Baby
There’s just something about that last baby. When she’s placed in your arms for the first time, something inside you changes. Actually,…
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