Pssst… parents of the Big Kids (and the Almost Big Kids), this is for you.  You survived infancy. Toddlerhood threw all it had at you. Tying shoes? Riding two-wheelers? Learning to read? Check, check, and check, thank you very...

Never Give Up on You

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No matter what, never give up, Mama.   Hey mama…. I see you. I know, I know…. Life can be hard, unfair, painful, and confusing.  Sometimes it is overwhelming, and it’s easy to feel defeated.  You may face situations that you don’t think...
I like to call myself a recovering perfectionist and functioning control-freak. It’s not the most glowing review of myself, but it’s accurate and authentic. I know I’m not alone as misery must love company. Can all my enneagram type...
I loved her first I held her first And a place in my heart will always be hers.   These lyrics from Heartland’s “I Loved Her First” are simple but meaningful words. Words many listen to on that magical wedding day, hearing those...
There is no magic number on the scale, no perfect amount of lean mass to fat ratio, no perfect dress size that means you are FIT or HEALTHY. When I received the most attention for my body (compliments from...
The life lessons that come from pulling weeds are both beautifully simplistic and deep rooted.   A few weeks ago, I was out in the backyard, pushing one of my boys on the swing set when my next-door neighbor approached me...
Yoga made a believer out of this mama, if you haven't tried it, what are you waiting for?   I was an intense workout person. Not the kind of person who goes to the gym and grunts a lot while lifting...
  How do you help a toddler with anxiety that doesn't yet have "words"? How do you know what's normal, what's not, and what on earth are you supposed to do (especially as a first-time parent)? Last June, I found...
I cannot get enough of sparkling water. It’s refreshing, bubbly, and guilt-free! It’s a great after lunch digestive and a stellar mixer for late-night drinks. What did we even drink five years ago!?  If you're looking for a way to...
The COVID-19 balancing act between physical and mental health is a challenge for moms to maintain, especially when there are no clear answers. Please tell me I am not the only mom that feels like I’m in this weird state...

In + Around STL

Mom’s Guide to St. Louis City SC Match Day

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The arrival of City SC to St. Louis has been an exciting addition for families across the region! As moms, we know that packing...