By Debbie Wilkins Baisden I’m Hanging On by a Freaking Thread
I’m hanging on by a freaking thread. Every day has a never-ending scroll of tasks that scream for attention. I…
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By Megan Messersmith We Cope with the Stress
We handle it differently. The stress. It’s the sight that initiates it. That dry brown ground. I start at a…
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By Samantha Krieger Dear Husband, Thanks for Keeping Me Calm at Christmas
Dear Husband, Thank you for being my constant in this seasonal chaos. I’m riding the roller coaster of emotions this…
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By Laura Bailey Moms Carry the Mental Load of Christmastime
Get the cupcakes for the party at school; what date are they celebrating? Grab a gift for the Christmas exchange…
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By Lili Foltz Going on Family Vacation with Young Kids is Work That’s Worth It
Our routine will be a mess. Our toddler won’t sleep in a new environment. Our baby needs all of the…
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No One Told Me How Overstimulating Motherhood Would Be
“Hey, Mom, come look at this!” my son called from the living room. I was at the stove sauteing veggies…
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To the Mom Trying So Hard To Create the Perfect Christmas
Dear sweet, exhausted mama, Take a moment, right now—a break from the hustle and bustle. Stop and close your eyes,…
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By Her View From Home Be Kind To Your Kids This Christmas—It’s Hard For Them, Too
Some call the holiday season the most wonderful time of the year, and in so many ways, it truly can…
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Parents Just Make it Work
Our oldest son needs glasses. He’s always had a slight astigmatism, but after yesterday’s check-up, it’s quite apparent he sees…
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By Hilary Doyle I’m Done Trying To Make Everyone Else Happy During the Holidays
Every year as the holidays draw near, my dread, overwhelm, and anxiety begin to heighten. Almost to the point of…
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By Tricia Arthur All That Matters When You’re Overwhelmed is That You’re Overwhelmed
I slashed through the cardboard with a serrated knife because, like everything else in my life, my kitchen shears were…
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Why Do We As Mothers Work So Hard To Hide Our Feelings?
Is it just me or do we hide our feelings too much? When my depression and anxiety were at their…
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