A bit of advice for moms in the workplace: take note!
Earlier this year, I was listening to a speaker talk about being a woman in the workforce. When asked what advice she had for women trying to get ahead...
Often, the word “mom” is synonymous with “overcommitment."
My calendar gets a little bit fuller each day. Appointments, meetings, events, and work shifts are appearing at a record pace. Is this part of the kids getting older, or is this...
Preparation is key to alleviate stress postpartum.
Bringing home a newborn baby can be intimidating, to say the least. I am thankful to live in the age of the internet with a wealth of information at my fingertips at all...
If you’re hurting this holiday season, you aren’t alone.
Holidays are intense. The word 'holiday' actually means "holy day." These are days and seasons where we encounter the sacredness of life no matter what we believe about God. It is...
Feeling lost in motherhood? You are not alone.
Dear New Mama,
I see the excitement and nerves you feel as you embark on this next phase. I see you preparing as best you can— the books, the articles, the advice. I...
What does peace look like for you at Christmas time?
The special time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is my favorite time of year. The weather calls for hot chocolate and cozy blankets on the couch. Not to mention, it becomes...
We had a blast at our Fourth Annual Donuts with Santa event weekend! Two days jam-packed full of jolly goodness and holiday cheer. We loved seeing all of our St. Louis Mom families and community come together for our...
Ever wondered where the Christmas gingerbread house tradition originated? To be honest - I’ve never decorated one, so I’ve never really given it much thought. My mother-in-law recently bought us one (from Target & they still have some available!),...
A lot of kids out there get a lot of toys for holidays and birthdays. At the Magic House, they give you an actual cart to take your gifts to the car after a birthday party! The amount is...
In this post, I will be referencing “Welcome to Holland,” written by Emily Perl Kingsley in 1987. It’s a must-read for every new special needs mom or, honestly, new mom. Click below for a link to this poem:
Welcome to Holland
The...