Chapter 2: Momming x2
We’re officially one week into this new season of life: parenting two tiny humans! Our son made his grand entrance last week, and let me tell you—it’s been a whirlwind. Our toddler is absolutely smitten with her baby brother (she’s thrilled he’s no longer just a mysterious belly-dweller), and our dog has taken on the […]
The Unspoken Job of Being the Default Parent: A Tale of Love, Exhaustion, and Tiny Wins
Child sick? I got it. I know exactly what meds they need, how often, and what will make them feel better. Baby up in the middle of the night? I’m already there. Toddler falls and gets hurt? They look to me for comfort and reassurance. Doctor’s appointment? Got the number saved and can recite everyone’s […]
Pregnant while Parenting: Someone Send Help!
For all my mom friends who’ve raised—or are raising—young kids while pregnant: Show me your ways. Let’s start with two obvious realities: Now, let’s remix those two together… (cue horror face emoji). I salute all the moms with multiple children—present, past, and future. Not only are you raising little humans day in and day out, […]
Toddler Behavior Chronicles: The Language of Toddler Sass
Me: (picks up my toddler from daycare) “Alright, big girl, let’s go home and play!”Toddler: “NO, MOMMY! WE GO TO NEW HOUSE! NEW HOUSE! NO HOME!” (For reference, we recently moved, and she’s obsessed with the new place. She thinks “home” refers to our old house, so anytime we say it, she corrects us. Pretty […]
Toxic Positivity: The Myth That Moms Are Always Crushing It
Today is one of those days. I’m feeling apathetic, disconnected, like I’m floating just outside my body. My mind is spinning with worst-case scenarios, what-ifs, and a heavy dose of guilt. On days like this, when I’m struggling, I usually answer honestly when someone asks, “How are you?” or “How’s it going?” (Typically, I go […]
The Shame of Not Keeping Up: My Self-Care Struggle as a Mom
Self-care is one of those words that gets thrown around a lot. There’s physical, mental, emotional, nutritional, financial… and, well, there are probably a few more that I’m forgetting. Even before I became a mom, keeping a balance was a challenge. But now that I’m a mom to an energetic toddler and very pregnant with […]
Let’s Talk Kid’s Music: Catching Vibes with my Toddler
From Baa Baa to Beats- if enduring traditional nursery rhymes makes you cringe, this post is for you! There are many parents who can only tolerate so much of the traditional, old-school nursery rhymes that we all (and our parents, and possibly our grandparents) grew up on. Even some of the new kid’s music can […]
Gentle Parenting vs. Strong Willed Kids: A Clash of Styles
(Me, pre-kid, idealizing parenting perfection)I’m going to be the calm, patient, persistent parent. I’ll never say “no”—just gently redirect with a calm, understanding tone. When my child has a meltdown, I’ll swoop in with grace and empathy, solving every dilemma with the wisdom of a parenting guru. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, fast forward […]
Momming and Mingling: The Awkward Art of Making New Friends
Hear me out: making new friends, especially when you’re a parent, is weird. Being a mom of a toddler means endless variations of outings: playgrounds, indoor play centers, libraries, daycare events, little gyms, family-friendly restaurants and breweries, festivals, and local mom meet-ups. Everywhere I go, I’m surrounded by other moms who, in theory, should get […]
Mom guilt: The Voice In My Head That Never Seems To Stop
Me: Goes to the grocery store by myself while my husband spends time with our daughter.My brain: Hurry up. You’re wasting precious time that could be spent with your family. Your daughter is probably looking for you—and you’re gone. She’ll remember this. If you can’t relate to that, how about this one: Toddler: (Full force, […]