Tag: advice
Tired of Looking Tired: 7 Things Every Mom Needs In Her...
Puffy eyes, dark under-eye circles, dry skin, gray hair coming in faster than I can manage. All signs that I am a mom (and...
Keeping Your Child’s Sleep on Track During Summertime
Summertime. Long days, the sprinkler, ice cream, BBQs, and endless hours outside with the kids. So when you think of summertime, I would say...
Upping My Water Game
Congratulations, you have officially met the world’s worst water drinker. It’s true. I have gone for hours, even days, without a single sip of...
The Unofficial Summer Survival Guide for Moms
Let’s start with the obvious. Nobody is handing out medals for surviving summer.
Every June, many of us enter summer with the best intentions. “This...
Swarm Season
A few weeks ago, a Nextdoor post caught my eye: “Swarm season is here!” The author, whose full name I later learned was Jenya...
Managing Your Kids’ Gaming Habits
I get a lot of flak for advocating games and gaming, but I come from a perspective that few ever consider. I’m a gamer...
Sunshine, Salads, and Simple Pleasures
I’ve always been a salad lover, no matter the season, but as the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, I find myself craving...
Talking So Your Kids Really Listen: Simple Shifts That Change Everything
June is Effective Communications Month, which feels like a good reminder that we can all use a little support when it comes to talking...
Lazy Mama Manual: How to Pick an Awesome Sunscreen
I take pride in the fact that “lazy mama” is basically my middle name. So sunscreen isn’t my favorite subject because, let’s be real:...
8 Ways Journaling Helps Children (and Parents)
We all need to express our thoughts and feelings, work out problems, and note special moments in life. And journaling is the way to...










