Fortune Cookies for a Stressed Mom
My fortune cookie read, “You will meet with success soon”. My kids informed me if you eat the paper fortune, it will come true. I ate the cookie and the fortune in one bite. I […]
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An Infertility Story
The path to motherhood may seem like a simple one, but for some women, the path takes a different turn. Infertility is a difficult journey and a private one. Kelly, a new mom from San […]
Survival Tips to Prepare for Cold and Flu Season
It happens every year about the same time. The kids are back in school and germs found their way into your child. When you hear the first sniffle or suspect a fever, an overwhelming sense […]
Should You Get Involved With the PTA?
The PTA at my daughter’s school approached me to join in a leadership position. I’m nervous about joining due to the stereotype of PTA Moms and the amount of work it will be for me. […]
Will You Survive Motherhood?
Whether it’s a silent plea or a loud cry with tears streaming down your face, every Mom eventually asks: “Will I survive Motherhood?” Sometimes you are tired and out of patience. Your hair could grease […]
How to Balance Work and Family
I went back to work 30 hours a week a couple of months ago after being a stay at home Mom for 10 years. I have two grade school age children and a supportive husband. […]
Dear Fairy Godmother – I Am Stressed, I Am Overwhelmed, Help!
Dear Fairy Godmother, I hope you exist, because I need perspective. Being a woman these days gets sticky. Someone to wave a wand or throw me some pixie dust would be very helpful. If you […]
Helping Kids With Homework
Something mysterious happened to my dormant brain cells after I helped with my 3rd graders math homework. The area of the brain that deals with navigating carpool and unsticking siblings in a fight are well […]
Dear Fairy Godmother – I am a Stressed Mom, Could You Clone Me Please???
Dear Fairy Godmother, Lately I need a clone to get things done. It used to be I needed an extra set of hands to pick up the sippy cups or hold a crying toddler but […]
A Parent’s Guide to Texting Teenagers
“Honey, call me when you get to Nicole’s house.” Mom requests. “Mom, only old people use the phone,” daughter replies. “Well, then text me,” says Mom. …15 minutes later…texting begins… Daughter: At N’s (She arrived […]