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....
How can you cultivate rest + play this summer? Check out this post we are re-sharing for some ideas!
This summer is my eleventh summer as Momma. From that first summer, when I realized I was pregnant on June 30th and...
Yasmine, a pediatric psychiatric NP, weighs in on a common question parents ask about ADHD medication.
Well, we made it. Summer is FINALLY here, and my goodness, it was a challenging year for most. School is no longer in session...
Before you sign your child up for music lessons, check out these tips!
As someone who used to be a music teacher and lessons coordinator for both a music store and performing arts studio in St. Louis, here are a...