No one plans for it, but the unfortunate reality is that up to 50% of marriages in the United States end in divorce. Divorce is a chapter of life that is filled with complex challenges. As a mom navigating co-parenting after a contentious divorce, I want to share what I’ve learned through my experience of navigating these parenting challenges with
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“Put that baby down or you’ll spoil him!” You’d be hard pressed to find a mom who hasn’t heard this well-meaning (?) rebuke at some point during her motherhood journey. But here’s the truth: it is impossible to spoil a baby. It has been shown that keeping your baby close, comforting him or her when they cry, and holding
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It can happen without warning: you’re dropping off your little one at daycare or Grandma’s house, and what is typically a seamless handoff suddenly explodes into a teary spectacle as you pry their little hands off your body. What Is It? What happened?! Well, most likely, your little one is beginning to experience the phenomenon of separation anxiety. Typically
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As moms, we have a lot on our plates. From taking care of our families to managing our homes, it can be easy to overspend without realizing it. But being a frugal mom means finding ways to save money and budget wisely, without sacrificing the things your family needs! In this blog post, we’ll share some practical tips for being
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Deciding on dinner plans can be a frustrating task when you’re a busy mama with a picky eater in the house! Don’t worry, mama – it doesn’t have to be that hard. Here are four of our favorite, easy meals that are guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters! Dump and Bake Chicken Alfredo Pasta Casserole Indulge your little
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As the lazy days of summer come to an end, it’s time to think about back to school prep! This is an exciting and hectic time for moms, especially those who have kids entering school for the first time! With a few tips and tricks, you can make the transition from summer to school year as smooth as possible for
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Parenting isn’t easy for anyone, but parents of children with special needs have a set of their own unique challenges. Raising a child with disabilities comes with a different set of circumstances that requires an extra level of care and attention. It can also be emotionally taxing to witness your child have a different experience than other children, as well
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Becoming a mom changes – well – EVERYTHING. Keeping your individual sense of fashion while juggling all the responsibilities of motherhood can seem impossible, especially when you find yourself covered in spit-up stains most days. But keeping your sense of individuality and feeling good in your skin is important to maintaining good mental health! Here are some easy tips for
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Going to the beach is a great way to get outside and enjoy the summer sun with your family, but with littles in tow, visiting the coast can be quite a production! We pulled together 6 of our favorite summer beach hacks, so you can focus on fun with your family and leave summer stress behind! Bring an Inflatable Pool
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By the time I’ve dropped off and picked up the children from school, worked a full day in the office, cooked dinner, and got the children showered and ready for bed, all I want to do is collapse on the couch. I wouldn’t trade my family for anything, but there was a time when I used to enjoy my daily
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