St. Louis Mom

As the pandemic grinds into Year Three, I think we can all agree that we are collectively stuck in a rut. While we can’t magically wish away COVID, there are things we can do in our individual lives that...

Moms of teens, you are not alone.   Raising kids is hard. I have three, 7 and under, and sometimes it is the hardest thing I've done just to survive the day. The thing is that I know that there are...

A peppering of pinks, reds, and whites had taken over a St. Louis basement and living room for assembly night— a preemptive mini celebration to our St. Louis Mom gathering for the second annual Galentine's Crate pick-up.      It took two...

 I’ll admit, I was more than scared when we found out we were having a boy. Growing up, it was just my mom and me, and neither my husband nor I enjoy sports, aside from the occasional hockey game....

Who exactly sets the expectations in motherhood?   “What did we expect?” I huff to myself as my husband loads my almost two-year-old into the car after being at the park for about an hour. He’s screaming at the top of his...

For most people, February 14th is spent celebrating Valentine’s Day with the ones they love. What a lot of people may not know is February 14th is also the day that some families celebrate the ultimate act of love,...

A Galentine’s Day message of love.   Dear Sophia,   I hope by the time you’re my age, Galentine’s Day is still in full swing. It’s a lovely opportunity to take the time to celebrate your girlfriends. I have been so incredibly lucky to...

Don’t overlook self-love on Valentine’s Day!   February. It’s the month of love. For some, it’s the anticipation of romantic plans.  Flowers. Chocolates. Perhaps a getaway. A fancy dinner. A home-cooked meal.   For some, it’s Galentine's day.  A girls dinner or drinks. ...

Almost two years ago, I was texting with my cousin (who is a doctor), asking her if this coronavirus thing was really worth canceling events. Looking back, I feel completely ridiculous even having asked that question now.   In that time,...

Are you looking for a DIY valentine card project? If you need a non-candy valentine for school valentines, check out these options. Be creative and make your own versions, or grab my templates for a shortcut.   Easy Ways to Make...