Meredith
Surviving Drop Off At Daycare
As I left my kids’ daycare this morning, I passed by a mom who was hiding in the doorway, listening to her toddler screaming her name over and over, a pained look on her...
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How to Stop Social Media from Dictating Your Life
A few weeks ago, my husband and I took our kids to Land’s End for a family hike. Despite being foggy (shocker), it was gorgeous and we all had so much fun exploring a...
Bringing Kids to Weddings: Tips to Survive the Day and Even Enjoy It
Last month my family attended a wonderful family wedding out in Sonoma: the weather was perfect, we got to see lots of family, and the bride looked beautiful. I was so honored and excited that...
The Whole30: A Review for People Who Hate Dieting
I remember when I first heard about the Whole30 and laughed at how restrictive it was. Who could possibly do that for 30 days? Who would want to do that, ever? Then, something terrible...
Strong Mamas Need Strong Bones. Are You Getting Enough Calcium?
*This post is sponsored- but the thoughts and feelings are our own, and we only work with businesses we believe to be reputable and resourceful to our readers.
As a physician, I know that eating...
Marijuana is Legal…Now What? A Guide to Cannabis for Parents of Teenagers
Whether you are excited, outraged or just plain confused about this development, marijuana is now legal for recreational use in the state of California. Which leaves many of us wondering, what does this mean...
Why I Want My Babies Back
I have spent a lot of time both personally and publically trying to figure out if I want to have more kids. It’s an achingly hard decision for many of us, especially when our...
Spotlight on Alkalign Studios
This interview is with a mom who is a big inspiration to a lot of us on the peninsula. Erin Paruszewski is a wife, mother of two girls (ages 3 and 6), and the...