Smartphone Addiction (4 Methods to Find Balance)
Are you addicted to your smartphone, tablet, pc, or other device? Do your family members (who are standing right in front of you) have to text you to get your attention? Do you feel chained to the one device that is supposed to make your life simpler? Are the endless texts, calls,and notifications about to […]
Natural Child Birth or Epidural? Why You Should Prepare For Both
Whether you are completely set on having a natural childbirth, or completely comfortable with and counting on your decision to get an epidural, here are a few reasons you might want to consider preparing for both as your happy day approaches. Our sweet little daughter decided to surprise us by arriving three weeks early last […]
How to bust through the “Super-Mom” image, and be the mom you were truly meant to be.
Dad needs his lunch made, the kids need rides to school, the doctor, and dentist. The neighbors had a baby and the church would like you to bring them dinner tonight. The school would like you to volunteer for the PTA, class field trips and parties. The local community needs your help with supporting a candidate […]
Tips for Preparation and Recovery After C Section
(Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, only a mother sharing her experience. Everyone reacts differently to child birth and major surgery so consult with your doctor if you have any questions and most of all, follow your motherly instincts!) Having a C-Section was NEVER part of my plan with the births of any of […]
10 Things to Do Before You Have Your Baby
I am 8 months pregnant with baby number 5. The final month always sneaks up on me. I suddenly feel simultaneously giddy at the thought of baby’s breath, soft, squishy cheeks, and tiny little hands and feet and panicky at the thought of no sleep, the possibility of colic, and the pains of giving birth […]
Teach Your Kids to Clean Without Ruining Your Relationship
I know you feel me. Everyday you are faced with the same epic battle in your mind: do I just clean this house myself or go through the tedious, tortuous experience of having my kids clean it? Because we all know is usually easier just to do it all yourself than to get the children […]