Keeping Warm with Danish Woolen Delight
In my practice of mothering, I’ve found few things to be as necessary as playing outside every day. The fresh air makes me happier and …
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Potty Training :: You Don’t Have to Do It
Before my son was born, I truly thought you had to teach babies and small children everything they needed to know. I had never really …
Second Pregnancy Realities
When I was pregnant with my first child, I documented everything. I had weekly photos and weekly blog posts. Every night, I would recount to …
3 Natural Scents for a Cozy Home
Yes! Finally! Fall is here! After a sweltering summer, I can (almost) forget that winter is coming, because fall has finally arrived. Fall is my …
The Great Name Debate
You know those couples interviewed in design magazines who are always praising each other for their “excellent aesthetic” and “good eye”? Yeah, that is SO not …
5 Tips for Camping with Kids
Before kids, my husband and I loved to camp, and both of us have embarked on short-term (a week or less) backpacking trips. We aren’t …
Quick New England Adventures with a Toddler
New England is a magical place. The summer is hot enough to make you (momentarily) forget that winter is coming, but not so hot (most …
In Defense of Pokémon Go
I’ll start with a confession. We’re a couple weeks into this Pokémon Go craze, and I know next to nothing about it. Has my husband tried …
How I Became a Mother :: Rachel Ann’s Birth Story
Mother’s Day is on May 8 this year, and the upcoming holiday has us all reminiscing about the various ways we became mothers. Here is …