The breastfeeding subject is so complex and so emotional; every mom has a completely different journey, and that makes it all the more amazing! Fact is, it provides all the same benefits whether it is done more publicly or...
I’m not a monster. I’m just a mom. A mom who is sick and tired of cleaning and picking up toys every day. Some toys just make me cringe more than others. Maybe it’s just my kids, but even...
First words. First foods. First steps. When we are raising little ones, we are hyper-aware of every milestone and every "first." We jot down every proud parenting moment in the baby book or share on social media. But what about the other...
For eight months now, I have sat on Zoom calls, in socially-distanced, masked meetings, and been in constant conversation all around the same topic...what do we do now and what do we do next?
I am a mother of twins...
The family is all gathered on the couch on a weekend evening in the summer. I glance over at my 17-year-old staring at the television and suddenly I realize that my little girl is little no more. Her bouncy...
So you’re thinking about homeschooling...congratulations! While this may seem like a huge and overwhelming decision, I am here to encourage you. You can do it! But, please understand, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. The 2020-21 school year will look...
Homeschool has always been an idea that I casually tossed around. As the years went on and my oldest approached school age, I was pregnant...a lot. (Understatement of the year.) I've had five babies in six years. So, time got...
“I can’t wait to see my kid struggle!” said no parent ever. We’d all be naive to think that struggles weren’t going to be a part of our child’s life; they’re a part of everyone’s life. But, when it’s...
Rhythm, routine, schedule...whatever you call it, we all need some kind of structure to our day when home with kids. Using a block schedule at home with kids is a great way to outline a regular plan for each...
I have spent the last 12 years of my teaching career talking about something that most people avoid talking about with kids. Sex. Just mentioning the word incites giggles and nervous shuffling of papers in a classroom of high...
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The BEST Donut Shops In + Around Detroit
This Friday, June 2nd, is National Donut Day! A whole day dedicated to the delicious, yummy, tasty treat that's great for breakfast and perfect...
