Motherhood + Parenting

  My husband grew up in the country.  His childhood days were spent climbing trees and playing outside exploring with his sister.  I, on the other hand, grew up in San Diego, and my childhood was widely different than that of my...

When I first became a mother, I knew that there would be many unknowns. I kind of prepared myself to figure it out along the way. Starting from day one, however, things didn’t happen like I thought they would....

I came across this article the other day and laughed because it really hit home with me--it was a relief to know I wasn't the only one who did crazy things after becoming pregnant. I thought I would share with...

I think most moms are aware that after giving birth, one's body changes. Some things are squishier, some are saggier, some are stretch-markier, and weight is just redistributed in different places. We discuss these things at play dates and...

We are thrilled to be hosting our very first event specifically for new and expecting moms! We are excited to be partnering with City Moms Blog Network and 40 of our other sister sites to bring local communities this...

I like kids.  I really do.  I volunteer at church to teach them, I love hanging out with them and I have some of my own!  But for some reason, I don't like babysitting other people's kids.  I'll be...

I adore holidays. I love their individual meanings for the world, their personal significance(s) to myself and my family, and I really love...the food. Turkey with all of the fixings at Thanksgiving, steaks on Christmas Eve, ribs and hot dogs on...

If you know me at all, you might pick up on the fact that I love order and organization. But, if you take a peek in my office or any number of closets, you might find a room or...

Lately I've been feeling like I have to walk on egg shells when I am trying to make small talk with my fellow mom friends.  I feel nervous if I mention anything about pregnancy, childbirth, or sometimes even raising children in...

Disclaimer: We have partnered with Digital Legacy of Edmond to bring you this sponsored post on how you can best preserve your precious memories. Isn't it great to live in a digital world? I LOVE how many pictures I have...

My 20-month-old acts like she's (not quite) 2 going on 12. Don't get me wrong, she is a super sweet cuddler (when she wants to be) and can melt your heart with her great big hugs (before she hits...

From the time I was a little girl, I wanted to be a stay at home mom. I vividly remember an assignment in elementary school where we were supposed to write a paragraph on what we wanted to be...