I met my husband, Mark, when I was just nineteen. At that time, the only thing I knew for certain about life was that I would spend the rest of mine in New Orleans. On our first official date, Mark...
The week of the girls' birthday was hard. Really hard. The dog needed emergency surgery we didn't have money for (who ever does) and I got in my first ever fender-bender. The little stuff piled up until I didn't...
While my son Liam was in the NICU five years ago, I declined many invitations from friends for nights out because I just felt that I couldn’t allow myself to be happy in my current situation. How could I...
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Breastfeeding During a Pandemic
We’ve always known that breastfeeding is the best way to help your baby get a healthy start. Breastmilk provides new babies with the necessary nutrients they need to...
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Compassion and Kindness :: Virtues for the Life of the Mind
One of my heroes is Mother Teresa. Selfishly, because of her compassionate work establishing an orphanage in Delhi that would eventually enable my...
At the suggestion of a friend, I recently purchased a few of the What to Do When books to read with one of my children. Kiddo has been having some big feelings that we are trying to redirect in...
Girl Drama :: Navigating Middle School Mayhem
The girl drama in middle school is a real thing. The combination of hormones, life transitions, and changing relationships can make sixth through eighth grade especially challenging for middle school friendships.
Boys are just...
Well, it is Friday again. I know for me it is the day that you look forward to all week. It means that for the next two days there is no carpool line, no uniforms, no deadlines for work,...
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Newman Summer Sports Camp
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For many of us, the thought of our children applying to college still seems so far away. And to some extent it is. For others, the start of that journey is right around the corner and frankly, you’re probably...
Do you know how to perform CPR on your infant or child? You should.
As moms it's our biggest fear. Well, one of many. It is scary, but many moms believe it can't happen to them or think that calling 911...
Making edible art is a great way to tap into a young child’s craving for tactical experiences. It can introduce new foods to picky eaters in a fun way and bring a smile during school lunch if an “arty”...
My kid recently went from being a sweet little two year old to being a little jerk on occasion. Something reminiscent of a 13 year old boy from my youth is what I liken it to.
Quite frankly, I am...
School is out and summer is HERE! Ahh the excitement that the carefree days and nights hold is contagious. The nights are over of packing school lunches and making sure uniforms are clean and laid out. I’m beyond ecstatic...