Working Moms

As a working mom, I wonder frequently how do I find the balance? We are being torn in a million directions constantly. We are expected to be everything to our kids, be a fantastic partner, shine at work, have...

My oldest daughter, my husband and I made the decision that this summer she would be able to stay home alone versus going back to our regular summer camp. She's ten and has a phone to contact us for...

Most of my mom guilt comes from working when I think I should be with my kids or being with my kids and thinking about work. I know I’m not the only one with these two opposing ideas lingering...

“When a woman finally learns that pleasing the world is impossible, she becomes free to learn how to please herself.” ― Glennon Doyle, Untamed I LOVE Glennon Doyle, the author of Untamed. I read this book and felt like she had put...

After two years in a pandemic, it finally happened. I got Covid. My family has been extremely cautious because we have two small children. We are avid mask wearers, frequently washing hands, we pay attention to the number of Covid...

I am a working mom, a title that I feel is often met with resistance or pity.  “I’m sorry you have to send your kids to daycare.” “It’s hard having someone else raise your kid for you.” “Can your husband get a...

Another New Year and another resolution. I am the queen on these, most times, faltering promises to myself. Like most of us, I make the promises and stay strong for a month, two or sometimes even more, but usually...

  “A simplified life means that what has to get done will get done. And when we pare down life to its simplest, most beautifully basic parts, we’re left with room to enjoy each other, to rest, and to truly...

This isn't a tearful post about dropping your baby off on their first day of daycare. Nor is it an information-packed piece on what to do if you want to pump in the workplace. No, instead this is a...

When the coronavirus outbreak started in March of last year, our school year came to an abrupt end. No end of the year parties, dances or graduations. The school year just ended and our students were just sent home....