Can We Talk About Penises for a Sec?
February 10, 2025
I was terrified of ever seeing a penis, then later sort of mystified at how they worked. I never, ever imagined what a central role they’d play in my life.
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My Five-Year-Old Still Uses a Pacifier
November 12, 2023
Yup. You read that right. I let my 5-year-old use a pacifier. Cue the judgment.
RealityMoms Guide to Baby and Toddler Easter Baskets
March 25, 2022
Struggling to find Easter gifts appropriate for your baby or toddler? Get a little creative! Instead of filing a traditional wicker basket, get an item to fill that can be part of the treat.
How Much Longer Do I Have To Put Up With This?
December 29, 2021
I stood among the rubble after a particularly bad explosion and screamed in my head, “HOW MUCH LONGER DO I HAVE TO PUT UP WITH THIS?”
Seeing the Forest Through the Trees: Life with Toddlers
November 22, 2020
I hear that three and a half is magical, and that children turn the corner from beast to beauty, but I’m still waiting…
Working Momma Blues
March 3, 2020
This morning started like any other Monday morning. Frantic. Rushed. Yelling “I’m turning off the TV if you don’t put your socks on! We need to go!”
I Just Made the Last Preschool Payment…I Should Be Happy
July 11, 2019
There are so many reasons I should be celebrating. Making that last preschool payment should make me want to jump for joy…but I’m not.
I Am Not My Son’s Favorite Parent
June 23, 2019
I suspect Sprout sees me as a lost cause. He views me as Little Bird’s parent and Daddy as “his” parent.
The Perks of Having a Strong-Willed Child
June 1, 2019
My daughter has no idea how to take no for an answer, and her negotiation skills are off the chain for only being three years old. And boy, can she work a room.
Dear Elsie: You Are Brave
May 7, 2019
The forest was quiet. And then I heard you. “You’re so brave, Elsie. Elsie, you’re so brave.” You were just thinking, out loud. Your inner voice apparent.
I Thought The Terrible Twos Weren’t So Bad: I Was WRONG
April 19, 2019
Remember me? I’m the one who wrote to tell you all about the not-so-terrible-two’s a few months ago. I’m back to apologize because…I LIED.
8 Stages of Grocery Shopping with Kids
April 16, 2019
Grocery shopping with kids goes through several stages – from wishful thinking “this won’t be too bad” to “OH MY GOODNESS WHAT WAS I THINKING” very quickly.
Can We Talk About Penises for a Sec?
February 10, 2025
I was terrified of ever seeing a penis, then later sort of mystified at how they worked. I never, ever imagined what a central role they’d play in my life.
My Five-Year-Old Still Uses a Pacifier
November 12, 2023
Yup. You read that right. I let my 5-year-old use a pacifier. Cue the judgment.
RealityMoms Guide to Baby and Toddler Easter Baskets
March 25, 2022
Struggling to find Easter gifts appropriate for your baby or toddler? Get a little creative! Instead of filing a traditional wicker basket, get an item to fill that can be part of the treat.
How Much Longer Do I Have To Put Up With This?
December 29, 2021
I stood among the rubble after a particularly bad explosion and screamed in my head, “HOW MUCH LONGER DO I HAVE TO PUT UP WITH THIS?”
Seeing the Forest Through the Trees: Life with Toddlers
November 22, 2020
I hear that three and a half is magical, and that children turn the corner from beast to beauty, but I’m still waiting…
Working Momma Blues
March 3, 2020
This morning started like any other Monday morning. Frantic. Rushed. Yelling “I’m turning off the TV if you don’t put your socks on! We need to go!”
I Just Made the Last Preschool Payment…I Should Be Happy
July 11, 2019
There are so many reasons I should be celebrating. Making that last preschool payment should make me want to jump for joy…but I’m not.
I Am Not My Son’s Favorite Parent
June 23, 2019
I suspect Sprout sees me as a lost cause. He views me as Little Bird’s parent and Daddy as “his” parent.
The Perks of Having a Strong-Willed Child
June 1, 2019
My daughter has no idea how to take no for an answer, and her negotiation skills are off the chain for only being three years old. And boy, can she work a room.
Dear Elsie: You Are Brave
May 7, 2019
The forest was quiet. And then I heard you. “You’re so brave, Elsie. Elsie, you’re so brave.” You were just thinking, out loud. Your inner voice apparent.
I Thought The Terrible Twos Weren’t So Bad: I Was WRONG
April 19, 2019
Remember me? I’m the one who wrote to tell you all about the not-so-terrible-two’s a few months ago. I’m back to apologize because…I LIED.
8 Stages of Grocery Shopping with Kids
April 16, 2019
Grocery shopping with kids goes through several stages – from wishful thinking “this won’t be too bad” to “OH MY GOODNESS WHAT WAS I THINKING” very quickly.
