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5 Must-Have Items For Back To School + A Giveaway
As the start of our school year creeps closer and closer, I’ve been working hard to get organized, find the items that we need, and clear out the clutter so that we can have peaceful afternoons when Smalls gets done with his classes. Although we homeschool him, because he’s a bit behind socially (you would be too…
Read MoreTips For Doing The Whole30 With KIDS
When people posted on my Instagram feed asking me if my kids were doing Whole30 with me, it gave me pause. I’d really never thought that they wouldn’t do the challenge. You totally can do Whole30 with kids! Tips For Doing The Whole30 With KIDS After all, I’m the one that prepares, cooks, and serves the meals…
Read MoreWhy I Don’t Play With My Kids
In a world of hyper-scheduled kids who participate in every sport, are in competitive gymnastics at 4, and a huge push toward “sensory” everything (when did that become a thing?), people are often shocked and appalled when they find out that I never play with my toddler. Let me be clear: I never play with my toddler.…
Read MoreWin Tickets To LEGO KidsFest Austin!
Smalls absolutely loves LEGO®. Maybe more than he loves me. And that’s saying a lot. The kid always picks LEGO brick sets as prizes when he visits Texas Children’s Hematology Clinic after his poke and Pentamidine. I’m pretty sure that we have enough LEGO bricks to build a replica of NYC…. At least he comes by…
Read MoreThe Comprehensive Guide To Baby Led Weaning
I’m feeling slightly sentimental since The Baby’s first birthday. Yup. He’s not a baby anymore…. So rather than cry about it (I’ve done enough of that this month!), I figured I’d reminisce. Because…well, he’s my last baby! *sniff* I have had a lot of moms ask me about starting solids, and many are surprised to…
Read MoreAn Open Letter To Non-Vaccinating Parents
I get it. You want the best for your children. You’ve done your “research” and you’re staunchly defending it all over the internet and Facebook. You’re proudly part of the “non-vaccinating parents” club. An Open Letter To Non-Vaccinating Parents You’re posting your indignation at California’s removal of their religious exemption for vaccines. And you’re mad because that was…
Read MoreDear New & Exhausted Mom, (A Love Letter)
Dear New and Exhausted Mom, Hi there. I’ve been a new mom, twice. And while my babies are amazing, being a new mom is definitely NOT what I thought it would be. There are some things that I REALLY wish that I’d known going in. The fact is, no one is completely prepared for the…
Read MoreHow To Stop Being A Martyr Mom
Let’s face it: motherhood is HARD, y’all. It’s a rough-and-tumble job in my house with two boys, and most days I don’t get a break. I find myself wondering why it’s so important that my child do a curated craft or bake each day. How can I stop being a martyr mom? 15 Ways To Stop…
Read MoreThe Baby Is Turning 1! 7 Fabulous All Boy 1st Birthday Party Ideas
Y’all. I’m sitting here holding back tears because The Baby will turn 1 in June. JUNE! That’s like tomorrow! If you have a pause button for babies and you’re holding out on me, now’s the time or else I’ll need boy 1st birthday party ideas! The Baby Is Turning 1! 7 Fabulous All Boy 1st Birthday…
Read MoreThe Realities of Parenting a Critically Ill Child
I’m about to share my soul with you. This post was really, really hard to write. It’s about parenting a critically ill child. But I value honesty, and health, so here goes nothin’: The Realities of Parenting a Critically Ill Child I’ve started and stopped writing so many posts I’ve lost count. I’m sure that there are…
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