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), the HOW of pretty much anything is just a few clicks away. How do I…? Fill in...
Can't think of just one mom pet peeve? Don't worry; these moms had a hard time choosing, too! Who knew entering the motherhood world would mean acquiring so many new pet peeves?  "My life is more than happy Instagram posts,...
Ok. I'll admit it without shame. I let my children use iPads. They each have their own. And they're three and five. And I'll go one step further. They've had them for years. Years. And I'm going to get...
As a working mom, I always have thoughts about spending enough time with my children. However, I have to work, and so does their dad. I feel guilt every day when I drop my children off at their Grandma's...
I'll be the first to admit it. There haven't been a lot of opportunities for vacationing without kids since they've made their presence known in this world. And that's generally by choice. I want them to see varied cultures...
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The Maze of Motherhood

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During my study-abroad semester in Rome, my friend and I traveled to Marrakech because, well, why not? We were two girls from New York, and the idea of a trip to Morocco felt positively magical. A few days into...
Chronic conditions and chronic pain add an extra challenge to every task, relationship, and aspect of life, and parenting is no exception. I’ve always been “sick.” Since infancy, I spent much of my time at doctors’ offices and hospitals, drawing...
As far back as I remember as a child, we always planted a vegetable garden in the spring. I have incredible memories of my dad spending hours turning the soil, then planting tomatoes, cukes, lettuce, zucchini, and so much...
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On Turning 17

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When your kid is 15 years old, they still need you. They are still not old enough to do many things on their own, and they still have that same face since they were six. You still need to...
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, cleaning, ensuring my children shower regularly). I say it with a bit of humor, giving...

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A Guide to Daycares, Preschools, Private Schools, & Tutoring Services in...

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Education might be the most valuable thing we can provide for our children. With so many options out there, it’s hard to know what...