What I Wish I had Known When I put my Career...
“Now, is not my time. Now, is their time.”
Those are the words that I have rehearsed over and over. Words that at times, I...
BOOKS TO PREPARE AND GIVE YOU CONFIDENCE FOR LABOR
Birthing a baby, though obviously quite normal, seems to be complicated in today’s culture. From the moment you announce your pregnancy, people will have...
What I’ve Learned From Loss
Grief, although a natural part of life, is a topic most people avoid. At least I used to, until my sister died. The words...
Why Mothering Without Your Tribe Is NOT the Way to Go
Not everyone has a built-in tribe when they start a family, but most will quickly realize they need to find their tribe. In order...
THINGS I WILL TELL MY DAUGHTER EVERY DAY WITHOUT FEAR
There are dozens of blog posts spiraling virally through the realm of the social media world lately about things that we absolutely should and...
An Open Letter to My Family about My Post-Partum Depression
Depression has been something that has clung to me like an unwanted acquaintance, and it became more prevalent after my first daughter was born....
Home From College – Do You Require Your Big Kids to...
So, the big kids are home from college for a three or four-week winter break. It’s part of the ups and downs of your...
A Day in My Life Stefani
Have you ever looked at someone and wondered what a typical day in their life is like? We bet most of us have. We...
A MOTHERS PERSPECTIVE IN THE WAKE OF THE LAS VEGAS SHOOTINGS
As my husband carried our sleeping 5-year-old son up the stairs and into his bedroom from the car late last night, I breathed a...
A Letter to Stay-At-Home Moms
Dear YOU,To the dedicated, hard-working, always-going, sometimes shouting, often laughing, sometimes crying, ALWAYS loving - stay-at-home moms:
First of all, let’s just agree that no...
Dear Maya: A Letter from a First Time Mom to Their...
An open letter to my daughter about the first few weeks of her life, and my unexpected and difficult journey to becoming a mom.
Losing My Mommy Tummy With The Mutu System
*deep breaths* Sharing these photos is scary and makes me want to puke a little. But sharing also holds me accountable, and shows other...
WHAT I WISH I HAD KNOWN BEFORE HAVING A SECOND CHILD
When I learned I was expecting my second child, I took an hour or two to myself before telling my husband. I basked in...
35 YEARS YOUNG: WHAT MY LIFE HAS TAUGHT ME ABOUT TRUE...
Lately, my children have been telling me that I look beautiful. I have to admit, I take a moment – just a few seconds...
My Surprising Journey To Better Health And Wellness Part 2
If you missed part 1 of my surprising journey to better health and wellness, please read that first, here.
I left my doctor’s office,...
Happy Boy Mom: Stop Asking, If I’m Dreaming of Having a...
Yes, I am a Happy Boy Mom! I am not dreaming of having a baby girl! There seems to be a universal misconception out...
How I (Didn’t) Heal After Miscarriages and Secondary Infertility
One in four. That’s how many women will experience a miscarriage in their reproductive lifetime. There are so many women out there that share this...
Single Mom Survival Guide
Motherhood can be overwhelming. Single motherhood can be completely exhausting! Whether you have always been a single mom or find yourself newly single, we...
Kindergarten: The First Steps in Understanding the World is Bigger Than...
Sending my first baby off to kindergarten is a huge milestone for our family, finally concluding the end of toddlerhood, the first test of...
Meet the Real Daily Moms
Happy Mother’s Day to all of you beautiful mothers out there! Here at Daily Mom we are known for bringing you useful and informative articles...
Feeling All the Feels: Sending My Girl to Kindergarten
I don’t know how it happened. It’s cliche but it’s true. It seems like yesterday the nurse placed her in my arms for the first...
He Broke The Cliché – Eli #3 of 9
When I found out I was pregnant with our third baby, I thought, “This is perfect! I’ve always wanted three kids!” to get out...
My Mom Still Colors Easter Eggs with Me
Nothing can influence a child’s development more than the interactions with their mother. A mother and a daughter have a special connection. One day...
5 Ways to Turn Your Mom Guilt into Something Positive
Every mom has it – that pang of mom guilt that makes you question everything you have ever done as a mother. Do I...
Meet Andi – Mother of 9 No Doubt She’s A Daily...
I never imagined that I’d be a minority statistic – like ever. Hi there! Check out a wee little part of my life as...
What Being Separated for a Year Has Taught Me
I'm separated… from my husband of would-have-been nine years this past spring. Theres no need to go into the gory details that led to...
Kindergarten Graduation: The Hardest Part
Becoming a mother has made me acutely aware of how quickly time flies. People tell you over and over how fast time moves post...
A Diaper Bag Checklist – From a 2 under 2 Mom
Registering for a fancy diaper bag might seem extravagant and silly while pregnant with your first child. Once that baby comes, you realize just...
The Root of Mommy Wars
Can we ditch the terms stay-at-home mom (or SAHM) and working mom? As mothers, we all work. We work to raise our kids and...
The Emotional Weight on a Mother’s Shoulders: What I Wish I...
Everyone has some degree of emotional weight on their shoulders. It is not easy to deal with, but it is unfortunately a very common...
Screen Time Summer Rules For Kids
I'll be the first to admit - we have a major screen-time issue in my home. I know it's an ever-present issue, but there are...
“Hey Brady Bunch” A Grandpa’s Take on Baby #4
Looks like we’re pregnant again. We must be pushing our luck because having baby number 4 apparently is a big deal! After all, the...
I Used to Feel Like a “Single” Married Mom
It’s the 21st Century, women who are working outside of the home is not an unexpected trend to society anymore. Many households with children...
My Experience with Postpartum Anxiety and Why I Didn’t Realize I...
By the time my second baby arrived, I had thought I was not only more prepared but also less anxious about the stuff I...
Important Life Lessons From My Toddler
As parents we think we must teach our children so much about the world. We want to prepare them for success in leading their...
Dealing With A Child Who Is Exactly Like You (& You...
Whether you had an “oopsy” or methodically, thought out, well-planned pregnancy, your bundle of joy, snuggled in your womb is just waiting to be...
The History of Fashion Through the Decades: Iconic Fashion Trends and...
Fashion has always been more than just clothing; it's a reflection of society, a "new look" at culture, and the evolving world around us. From...
