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The Best Parenting Advice
This advice comes from my mom. She raised me and my two brothers. We’re all grown and she’s pretty pleased with how differently we are each living our lives. Those are her credentials so take the following advice at your own risk.
Getting “Me Time” with Kids
If you’re a parent struggling with feeling life yourself after brining a child into your life, I encourage you to make your own list of 5 things that bring you joy (outside of family time). Then discuss with your partner how he/she can help you get that time. It’s brought me so much joy and peace. I hope you can get that too.
Pro Tip: Just Add Water
Just add water, when your kids or you need a mental break. That’s a tip I learned early as a parent. I’ll revise it to say, “just add soap and water.”
Going from Two Kids to Three
A third child is a whole new level of chaotic. I learned that my former routines must be retired. My expectations altered.
Mama, you’ve got this.
I overheard a comment from a woman when I was walking through our small downtown,“Wow, 3 kids.”When I heard it, I felt a prickle on my neck.
I Feel Jealous Sometimes…
I feel jealous when I hear positive breastfeeding stories. I’m human. I sometimes throw myself a “why me” pity party. I search Google for answers as to why I never produced milk after 3 pregnancies. My current theory is that I lack enough glandular tissue. But who really knows? 🤷🏽♀️
To My Last Baby
You are my last baby. You will be my last child I get to wear. You will be the last child I sleep train. You will be the last baby I potty train. You will be the last I watch walk. The last I introduce solids. The last I get to hold that is mine.
Hospital Bag Checklist: What You Need To Pack
I can’t believe this will be my last time delivering a baby at a hospital. I’m starting to feel sentimental. Since this is my third and final hospital trip, I want to share what you really need to bring.
Parents, Forget the Schedule
I used to think the perfect schedule would allow me to “get it all done.”With my first child, I had a meticulous schedule. I planned every hour of our day. Productivity was the goal & I refused to have my time wasted.
You Are Your Child’s Gift
You are the perfect mother for your child. You were given to him, not the other way around. I had to repeat this to myself as a first time mom.
Guest Writer’s Series: Crushing the ‘Woe is Me’ Mindset as a Military Spouse
Military life is tough at times, for me dealing with the emotional aspect of doing life SOLO is one of the most complicated things to sort through.
Are You Hoping for a Girl?
Am I hoping for a girl? nope. If you’re a parent of multiple kids of the same gender, you probably heard this question. Did we try for a third in hope of a girl, no. Did the thought cross our mind, of course. I feel honored to be the mother of boys