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A raw, honest look at how parenthood nearly broke us—and why I’m grateful we held on I need to tell you something nobody prepared me for: having a baby almost ended my marriage. There, I said it. The thing that feels taboo to admit out loud, the reality that gets glossed over in all those […]

Summer break is approaching, and while the end of the school year brings excitement for family time and lazy days, many moms feel a familiar knot forming in their stomachs. My son just graduated from pre-school and is now home full-time, which means no more quiet mornings with coffee, no more uninterrupted phone calls, and […]

Picture this: You’re driving home after a long day, traffic is frustrating, and your four-year-old is in the backseat asking endless questions about buildings you can’t even see clearly. Someone in front of you isn’t paying attention, so you honk your horn. Your child’s questions become more insistent, then turn to whining when you can’t […]

We’ve all seen those Pinterest-perfect images of motherhood self-care: the woman lounging in a bubble bath with a glass of wine, getting a massage, or enjoying a manicure while soft music plays in the background. And don’t get me wrong, those moments feel wonderful (and I still do them). But if you’ve ever returned home […]

It’s that time of year again. Flower shops are bustling, brunches are being booked, and social media is about to explode with carefully curated photos of breakfast in bed and handmade cards. Yes, Mother’s Day is here. That one designated Sunday when moms everywhere are supposedly honored for all they do. But here’s the thing: […]

There’s something about birthdays that makes time stand still for just a moment. As my eldest turns four this week, I find myself caught in a whirlwind of emotions – pride, nostalgia, joy, and a touch of disbelief. Four years. How did we get here so quickly? When those first two years took an eternity. […]

Motherhood can be both incredibly rewarding and surprisingly isolating. As millennials juggling careers, relationships, and children in an increasingly digital world, finding genuine connections with other moms isn’t just nice—it’s necessary. Let’s talk about why mom friends matter and how to find your village. Why You Need Mom Friends (Like, Really Need Them) Remember pre-kid […]

Because sometimes the laundry piles, the toddler screams, and your coffee is cold before you even take a sip. Let’s be honest, some days feel like a total mess. You wake up already tired. The kids are cranky. You forgot it was pajama day (again), and now you’re scraping yogurt off the couch cushions wondering […]

Let’s talk about something that’s been sold to moms like it’s gospel: the idea that rest has to be earned. You know the script. ✔ Finish the laundry. ✔ Make the snacks. ✔ Clean up the snack mess. ✔ Answer that email. ✔ Coordinate the playdate. ✔ Be patient, calm, organized, and… perfect? Then — […]

When you became a mother, you probably expected sleepless nights, endless diaper changes, and the occasional tantrum in public. But what no one tells you—what really catches you off guard—is the invisible job you signed up for: being the emotional thermostat for the entire house. The emotional load is heavy, especially when you’re seeing your […]