I remember back in my 20s I would read articles in Vogue and Cosmo written by women in their 30s, talking about how much better their lives were and how much confidence they had. I could never quite grasp...
I turn 40 today. Yes, 40. I’ve been thinking about my landmark birthday since last fall when I commented on it in my parent milestone article. I’ve been reminiscing about my life over the last ten years, especially when...
As moms, we all know how tough it is to teach our kids to take care of themselves. When it comes to their teeth, that challenge becomes even more difficult. Sometimes, our children don’t brush and they rarely floss....
I’ll be honest: I dreamt of the old school version of stay at home mom life. I grew up imagining myself putting a roast on while the kids played on the front lawn or planting flowers in the spring...
We are leaving 2021 behind and have our fingers crossed for an amazing 2022! We have created a time capsule for you of our top 20 posts of 2021. We hope you find some of your favorites here, or...
“I’d like him to be tested for COVID-19,” are the words no mom wants to hear from her child’s pediatrician.
They’re normally followed with “just to rule it out,” and with instances of the virus still low in the Bay...
Decorating for the holidays can be a joyous occasion, especially if you love the season. However, partaking in the same traditions and activities year after year can get old, even boring. This time, liven up your home with holiday...
Adding a jump rope to your workout routine can help you burn more calories, improve your heart health, and strengthen your bones. Jumping rope can be challenging at first, but once you get the hang of it, you'll be...
Baby massage is a gentle, nurturing practice that promotes bonding between parents and their infants while offering numerous physical and emotional benefits. Through soothing touch, parents can help improve their baby’s sleep, digestion, and circulation, among other things. Here...
Evening is approaching and the natives are getting restless (i.e. hungry, whiny, increasingly prone to assaulting one another). And guess what? Dad is working late/out of town/fill-in-the-blank and you’re managing this circus solo up through bedtime.
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