Parenting Perspectives

As moms, we're usually the ones playing photographer, capturing everyone else’s moments. But let’s be honest—when was the last time you got in front of the camera with your family? I know it’s an investment, but one of my...

40. The big 4-0. 40th birthday. I officially hit 40 at the end of August, and people should write books about the mind game of being a woman and mother entering her forties. Turning 40 here and there bothered me,...

Does your child melt down as soon as they walk through the door after a long day of school? If so, you’re not alone. Many parents experience this sudden shift in their child’s behavior, where the calm, well-behaved student...

My 8-year-old daughter, Ava, shared that her friends “got married” on the playground at recess.  She told me she didn’t attend because it was all “too much.” I had questions. Lots, to be honest.  Namely, how is a second grader getting married...

When kids learn to love water, they unlock a world of possibilities! One of the most inspiring examples is Regan Smith, whose name has become synonymous with excellence in the pool. Regan’s journey from a young swimmer to an...

With the new school year upon us, we are re-sharing this post from 2023 about a family reset! Every time seasons transition, especially in and out of the school year, it feels like an opportunity for a family reset.   What...

Creating an Estate Plan was one of those tasks I put on my mental to-do list after I became a mom. You know that never-ending list of things you know you need to do? Creating a Will was one...

  The balloons fell The presents weren't wrapped The cake was store-bought   But the balloons were pink But they were gifts she wanted But we decorated the cake together   Best birthday ever    Family for dinner No theme  Nothing extravagant   Best birthday ever    This year my daughter reminded me it's not about...

When I was a new mom, home with my newborn, simple routines like taking my daughter for a neighborhood stroller walk or grabbing groceries at Trader Joe's felt heavy and scary. Early on in motherhood, I saw a postpartum therapist...

Summer time is road trip time! We are excited to re-share this travel post with you!   Another summer, another opportunity to turn one of my husband's conferences into a family vacation spot. This June, we found ourselves in Indianapolis, IN....