By Carissa Pluta Motherhood is a Gift Every Single Day
Many days when my role as a mother feels like a lot of don'ts and can'ts. As a mom, I…
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By Leah Stuhler I’m Going Back to Work and I’m Not Sure I’m Ready
Tears rolled down my cheeks as I told my friend I was going back to work full-time. I thought I…
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By Lauren Lodder I Am Done Letting Pressure Rule Her Childhood
I scratch my daughter’s back. I read to her. I lay on her floor until she falls asleep and then…
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By Jessica Urlichs The New Us is Beautiful, Too
I remember us—young, carefree us. Plans were only made for travel and routine was as good as the empty pages…
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By Kelli Bachara Please Don’t Ever Get Too Old For Me
Please don’t get too old for me. I know I won’t be able to pick you up forever. You are…
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Mommy Has Anxiety
Mommy can’t play right now, honey, she has anxiety. I know you want me to help with your puzzle, but…
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By Jessica Johnston I Didn’t Enjoy Every Moment, But I Loved the Season
They say you never get this time back and I wish that wasn't true. When I look through old pictures,…
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By Caroline Murray You’re Growing Up Right Before My Eyes
Some days I don’t notice anything at all. It’s a challenge to get through the day. Alarm clocks going off.…
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By Dana Moss To the Quiet Supporters: We Couldn’t Do Parenthood Without You
Starting a family is a joint effort. Not just in the physical aspect, of course, but emotionally and mentally. It…
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By Ashley Bufe What Really Matters is Who They Are
As a parent, sure I want to know if my kid makes a bad grade. Or two. Or three. Sure,…
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By April Leiffer Henry To My Oldest Child: Thank You For Being a Helper
To my oldest child, I’ve been watching you with your little brother, and I want you to know how much…
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By Sarah McClain One Day You Won’t Need Me Like This, But Right Now, You Still Do
I lay here typing this with one hand because you've fallen asleep holding my hand, and I can't bring myself…
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