Takeaways From the Kobe Bryant Tragedy
On Sunday our world stopped in the face of tragedy. News of Kobe Bryant’s untimely death started to spread on news outlets…
2020 Guide to Boston-Area Camps
As busy moms ourselves, we know that finding summer camps in and around Boston is on the top of many moms’ lists…
Which ‘Harry Potter’ Character Am I?
I don’t, however, need to take any of those “Which Harry Potter Character Are You?” quizzes that pop up on my social media feed. I already know, without a doubt, which character I am.
A Comparison of My First and Fifth Pregnancies
We have spent the last eight years building our family. It’s been a lot of pregnancies, nursing, sleepless nights, and joyful chaos. This pregnancy is likely to be our last, and as I reflect during the last five weeks of it I can’t help but see some big differences between the first and last!
The View From My Glider
The view from the glider in my daughter’s bedroom shows a map of the world. Though I bought the map to inspire…
I’m Not Always Mom of the Year (and That’s OK)
Some days are easier parenting days than others. Some weeks fly by with a wonderful syncing of energy, listening, and fun. Some hours are spent crying in the corner, worrying you’ve scarred your smaller beings forever. Some days we are singing, hugging, and playing with our sweet little ones. Other days we are that mom in the hoodie and sweatpants, chasing after her kids running wildly in opposite directions.
No One Told Me Parenthood Would Come With Eye Injuries
Parenthood grants you a lot of gifts. Hugs. Little voices saying, “I love you, Mommy.” Gobs of handprint crafts. And eye injuries….
What’s Harder: Raising a Toddler or a Teenager?
I remember walking into a Starbucks, clumsily wearing my 3-week-old baby in my baby Bjorn. I was so exhausted and irritable from…
A New England Transplant’s Guide to Boston Winter
Prior to moving to Boston, I spent eight years living in the D.C./Baltimore area, which does not have a stellar record when…
