You are Not Crazy, Moms. This Moment Just Really is Terrible.
The only thing worse than a terrible day or hour or moment is believing that you should actually be enjoying it. Two quick memories I would like to share: I…
Author: Rebecca
What Is It Like to Become a Mom?
When I was pregnant, I considered myself to be pretty informed about the experience of motherhood. I thought since I had done a lot of babysitting, taken psych courses on…
If Your Baby Gets Sick, You Will Go to the Doctor and Nothing Terrible Will Happen.
I will never forget the absolutely terrifying speech the nurse gave my husband and I at the hospital where I gave birth. Before I talk about it, let me just…
You Can be a Both/And Kind of Mom
You can love being a mom one moment and then hate it the next. You can be desperate for some time away from your toddler, and then miss your toddler…
3 Mom Mantras to Take Down Mom Guilt
I believe that motherhood is hard enough without all the heavy, unnecessary guilt so many of us carry around. These mantras might seem obvious, but they help me in those moments when my perfectionism haunts me and ruins beautiful moments with my daughter.
If You were a Perfect Mom, You would be a Terrible Mom.
Think about it. If your child never saw you struggle, it would be difficult for them to learn how to persevere through the challenges they face. What example would they…
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What Should You Register for for Your Baby? (IDK but you will be fine.)
If you are lucky enough to have a baby shower, one stressful part of pregnancy is registering for all the baby items and gear you might need or want for…
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