Think you’re prepared for parenthood? Here are some helpful training tools that every soon-to-be parent requires: 1. Record your voice saying, “Don’t touch that,” “Come here,” and “Please stop!” Press play several times a day. You will hear yourself saying this a lot so you better get used to it now. 2. Become trained in hostage negotiation. These skills will… View Post
Nothing says romance like two sleep-deprived new parents trying desperately just to make it through the day without killing each other. Let me paint the scene for you shall I? Sleep divided up into two-three hour increments does crazy things to your psyche. The patient, loving, and considerate spouse you once fell in love with is… View Post
Is there anyone out there who has ever thought to themselves, “Boy, motherhood is exactly what I thought it would be…” No- motherhood is one of those life-altering changes where the moment it happens you know your life will never be the same again. Who you were prior to being a mom no longer exists, and hopefully you can look… View Post
Have you ever thought to yourself, “If I weren’t a mother right now I could be…” I know I’m not alone here. I love my child with more love than I ever thought was even possible. And yet there are definitely moments that I think to myself: What I wouldn’t do right now to just lounge on a patio,… View Post
Ever feel like your life is just one big “Choose your own adventure” novel and every scenario ends with disaster? Example: You are at a grocery store with your spirited toddler. He decides he wants out of the cart immediately to run free and uninhibited around the store. Do you: a) wrestle him to stay in… View Post
Crunchies: Guilt-free snacks on the go! I was reminded how much I love this product on the last plane ride I took with C. He was almost two (my last chance to fly with him for free) and let me tell you – it is not an easy task to keep an almost 2 year old on your lap for… View Post
There is something deeply shameful about mental illness. If someone breaks their leg or another part of their anatomy, it is easy to for others to empathize and relate. If someone breaks their mind… it’s a bit of a different story. It’s mental health awareness week starting Monday May 6. One year ago I posted my own story of my… View Post
Important warning signs every new mother should know Insomnia: Habitual sleepiness; inability to sleep Severe Mood Swings: Bursts of anger directed towards anyone who a) gives you one more piece of unwarranted parenting advice or b) asks you what you do with all your “free time” Anxiety: Checking on your newborn every 10-20 minutes and carefully placing your hand under… View Post
The first time I heard of someone eating their placenta I have to admit I was pretty grossed out. Though people have been eating their afterbirth for years, few people are aware of the amazing health benefits. The life-giving force that sustained your baby for 9 months in the womb is also great for mom as well! Luckily today we… View Post
Any new mom and mother to be will no doubt feel inundated by advice from well-meaning, “been there done that” women around them. From breastfeeding/bottle-feeding to co-sleeping/sleep-training it can all get very confusing very fast when conflicting bits of information are constantly being thrown your way. Yes, some advice is welcome, especially when it corresponds with your values and beliefs… View Post
