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Autism Halloween :: It’s a Scary Story
I was a pastor’s kid growing up in Massachusetts, and there are many things that were great about it. I have wonderful…
Kid-Friendly Herbal Tea Blends
As the cool air sweeps in with the fall, I switch from iced coffee to hot (maybe making me not a true…
Rocking the Geriatric Pregnancy :: Having a Baby at Age 40
It is the eve of my 40th birthday. I’ve never felt better. I feel comfortable in my skin. I’m happy. With age…
Costumes From Our 1980s Childhood Are Back This Halloween!
A few weeks ago I asked my daughter what kind of theme she wanted for her fifth birthday party. Her response? “Smurfs.”…
Parenting With an Invisible Disability
Depending on the day you see me, I might look “normal,” I might look exhausted, or I might look like I sprained…
My Toddler’s Halloween Costume Ideas :: From Cookie to Monster Truck
Halloween is super fun when you have a baby, or even a small toddler. Why? They make a great costume accessory for…
The Propeller Parent :: How to Helicopter Less and Trust More
Much has been written about the dreaded helicopter parent. You know, the parent with the best of intentions who hovers over her…
DIY Baby Wipes — They Are So Much Better
I started making my own baby wipes about three years ago, right after my second child was born. I initially wanted to…
Mom Tired Is a Different Kind of Tired
A few weeks ago, my 2.5-year-old slept for 13 hours. Two nights in a row. Both nights I slept for nine of…
