Inspiration to help you stay sane as a mom.
I’ve always been a person who strives on structure, routine and predictability. In my 20’s if I didn’t have my weekend plans firmed up by Wednesday, I was in a panic. I have more energy and I feel more calm when I know what the next step is. Now that I have two young boys, …
If you are reading this, you’re probably a mom. This gift guide is provided for you to share with your loved ones or anyone else who is wondering what you want for Christmas? There’s something for everyone – the fashionista, household manager, book lover, fitness fanatic, and planner. And if you aren’t a mom, this …
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It can be challenging to find time for yourself when you are working in the never-ending job of motherhood. But when you don’t make the time for yourself, you can be left feeling drained, resentful of your family, and at a loss for who you really are. As MomStar of the month, I share with …
The fall is one of the best times to get in some family activities. There are so many ways to take advantage of the beautiful weather and scenery outside, and still have fun inside also. Here’s a list of 38 fun things you can do. Use this to create your fall bucket list. Or you …
When I decided to be a stay-at-home mom (SAHM), I thought it was going to be pretty easy. I wouldn’t have to report into anyone, wake-up to get to work on time, or have the normal stresses that come with earning a paycheck. I was wrong. I DID have to report to someone (my son). …
As a parent, you want nothing more than to raise your kids to become responsible adults who make good choices and take care of themselves. I haven’t met a parent who is in the midst of raising a young child and doesn’t battle with the fears of what their child’s future could look like – …
Monday mornings feel really overwhelming when I haven’t taken the time to plan the week out. I end up in the kitchen getting breakfast ready, my head spinning with everything I need to remember for the week ahead. I notice that when I take some time on Saturday or Sunday to sit down and write …
My son started kindergarten last year and besides feeling sad that my little boy was going to school every day, I also felt lost when it came to making school lunches. I turned to Pinterest for ideas. I found a lot of suggestions for the actual food to prepare, but I didn’t find a lot …
Summer is coming to an end. Back to school sales are advertised everywhere producing a mix of nervousness and excitement for the school year to come. As a mom, it may fall on you to make sure your young kids are prepared to start the school year with calm and excitement instead of overwhelm and …
Things that Help Me Get Through The Day One of the most important things you can do for yourself, especially as a mom, is incorporate some time each day to do something you enjoy. For me, those things are usually reading, listening to a podcast or music, or participating in one of my hobbies. I …
That Dreaded Task – Grocery Shopping I’ve never really enjoyed grocery shopping. I think what I dread the most is having to actually think about what I need to buy. It takes brain power to think about what we need, and what meals we can create with what we purchase. That’s brain power I would …
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