As a mom, it is perfectly natural to feel stressed, tense. At least that's what The Experts say. After all, we have a lot of responsibility, it's very important work raising kids, blahblahblah. Listen, I need everyone to quit celebrating moms for being "so strong" and for our "multi-tasking ... » Learn More about Six and a Half Tips For Tense Moms
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Prepping Teens for the World
Raising teenagers is wild. They want their independence and privacy until they need a snack. They don't want mom's help until they can't find their other shoe. It's this constant push and pull of do-all-the-things-for-me and oh-my-god-i-know-lay-off. As a parent, my goal is to make sure my ... » Learn More about Prepping Teens for the World
Forty Three Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty Nine Minutes
43,829 minutes, or a month. That's how long I've been a member of the Dead Mom Club. Sorry, probably should've prefaced that with a trigger warning, but the gut-punch is kind of the point. "Something bad is happening," the oh-so articulate hospitalist said through the phone before asking ... » Learn More about Forty Three Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty Nine Minutes
Get Summer Ready with These Home Improvements
I don't know about you, but when summer hits, I'm not trying to add things to my to-do list. In fact, I'll blatantly ignore that list just to sit and bask in the sun. Listen, western Pennsylvania winters aren't kind, okay? To guarantee yourself more quality summer time outside, check off these these ... » Learn More about Get Summer Ready with These Home Improvements
5 Creative Ways to Teach Math to Little Kids
Source All children should grow up with a strong set of math skills. Unfortunately, math often ends up being one of their least favorite subjects in schools. When kids aren't interested in something and they find it too challenging, they mentally check out. It can be very difficult to encourage ... » Learn More about 5 Creative Ways to Teach Math to Little Kids
Teaching Kids About Legacy: Lessons from Family Heirlooms and Keepsakes
Legacy isn’t just about money or property. It’s about the stories we tell, the values we live by, and the way our family history shapes our future. And as some actively work to erase the legacy of others, it's more important than ever to pass down the truthful histories of our families. And for ... » Learn More about Teaching Kids About Legacy: Lessons from Family Heirlooms and Keepsakes
For My Fellow Hot Mess Hostesses…
Sometimes I feel like having people over. Sometimes I'll even feel like cooking for them. But then I reconsider because my personality is my superpower; not my cooking. BUT. I have successfully hosted more than my children around our table and no one has cried. Here are my hosting tips for ... » Learn More about For My Fellow Hot Mess Hostesses…
Appliance Love: Proper Care & Maintenance
If you're an old-head like me and get excited about new appliances, this post is for you! Also, sometimes I write things for money. This is one of those things. Proper care and maintenance of home appliances extend their lifespan. It can also improve their efficiency and save lots of money on ... » Learn More about Appliance Love: Proper Care & Maintenance
Understanding Pre-k Education: The Four Core Learning Styles
Oh, hi! We haven't chatted in a while. Like you, I've been busy with life. Three growing kids and my own adulting are topics I'd love to cover more often, but I've been spending a lot of time over at my new freelancing gig, Highlights Early Learning blog. I am stupid excited to have the opportunity ... » Learn More about Understanding Pre-k Education: The Four Core Learning Styles
Don’t be a Dumb Dog-Owner, Please & Thank You
Hi! When you see a dog, does your heart instantly soften? Then you revert to baby-talking because you just yuve dem furry wittle faces and good good bois so much?! No?? Sorry you don't have a soul. I love me some dogs and I spoil mine because why else does a person get a dog duh. My girl gets ... » Learn More about Don’t be a Dumb Dog-Owner, Please & Thank You