Lauren Schwarzfeld
Thrive, Survive, Maintain
In what feels like a past life, I was a labor and postpartum doula. I helped couples navigate the early days of parenthood.
My parenting...
Becoming a Sober Mom
I don’t drink anymore.
On an ordinary Saturday in November of 2017, I got blacked out drunk. Still in bed the next morning, with my...
Words Matter, Choose Wisely
In early October, I spent a long weekend in Truckee, California. While exploring the town, I did what I often do. I found a...
Mom Brain at Capacity
There's a meme that reads, "One minute you're young and fun, and the next you're turning down the car radio so you can see...
Life Is Not a Multiple-Choice Test
Are you curious?
With constant access to the Google machine (that’s what I call my iPhone. I think I stole the phrase from Joe Scarborough),...
I’m a Terrible Mom and That’s Why I Like It So Much
I’m good at other things.
I say this a lot, usually around parenting and domesticated type things that I resist or am terrible at (baking,...
Parenting By Design
Have you heard of Human Design? It’s like if a personality test and horoscope had a baby… but a really interesting and insightful baby!
Recently...
You Are What You Read
You know the saying, “You’re like the five people you spend the most time with.” I like to think that applies to all kinds...
I’m Not A Boss Mom
I’m a boss (sometimes). I’m a mom (all the time). However, I never call myself a Boss Mom.
I’ll preface this by saying that I...










