Our daughter grew up in ballparks and on airplanes. There’s no way she has a peanut allergy. We gave her peanut butter at six months old. There’s no way she has a peanut allergy. Right? Wrong! Even the most...
What has 2020 brought us if not change?! A wrench has been thrown in our vacations, schooling, careers, friendships, community … to name just a few.
I can’t say I’ve handled every change 2020 has put in my path with...
One of the hardest things to do during these pandemic, ever-changing times is to live each day with intent.
If you’re anything like me ... there are waaaaaay too many things you want to accomplish each day. My task list...
I am a survivor of suicide, not in that I have attempted suicide and survived, but I have lost a loved one to suicide. It's a confusing term to many. This year, we recognize International Survivors of Suicide Loss...
When someone you love suffers from Alzheimers, the grief process cycles over and over.
Season four of This is Us rocked me to my core. Don’t get me wrong, the entire series has me in tears every week, but season...
Has the topic of body image been raised in your home? Start the conversation if you haven't already.
"You're fat!" my 4-year-old screamed at her 9-year-old sister in the midst of a heated sisterly argument. My head immediately spun around...
When is the last time you checked out all that the YMCA has to offer in your community?
A couple of months ago, I enrolled my two kids in soccer at my local Bayer YMCA (formerly Monsanto). I was really...
Many have suffered loss in the time of COVID. The isolation of such loss is another symptom of this pandemic.
I told myself I wouldn’t write about COVID this month. It’s been too much this year, despite it being the...
Pregnancy grief is real, there's no shame in facing your emotions.
I’ll call it blissful ignorance. I was so happy to be unexpectedly pregnant for the second time and in a state of shock and awe for weeks after discovering...
As the intimate and unique details of a mother's birth story, a child's diagnosis story is much the same. And depending on how traumatic it can be, the mother of a special needs child may take years to share...
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St. Louis Mom Valentine’s Day Guide
Valentine's Day is fast approaching, and St. Louis attractions are gearing up for the celebration. Whether you're spending the day with a partner, family,...
