That’s what my 16-year-old asked me yesterday. “Is it worth it?” during a brief interaction in which we talked about his baby siblings. I was playing with Orson and Nova on the floor, having a… Read More »Is It Worth It To Have Kids?
I’ve recently introduced my toddlers to the magical potion that is Sleepytime Tea. Chamomile goodness with just a hint of local honey *chef’s kiss*, you really can’t go wrong. They love it. This, after so… Read More »In Soviet Russia, Baby Sleep-Trains You!
Before Nathan and I committed to having children together (I was on the fence and he was not into the idea of a future with babies when we were dating), he told me, “Kids make… Read More »Higher Highs and Lower Lows
You’re never really off the clock, ever, when you’re a parent. Even when they’re sleeping, you have worries. Or you’re processing the day’s events. Figuring out where to go from here. Wondering what to do… Read More »When Your Kids Hit You Harder Than Your Coffee
No one teaches you how to be mindful and joyful in your parenting journey. It’s something to learn as you go, through practice and application, but it involves a lot of choice. A lot of… Read More »How to Be More Mindful and Joyful as a Parent (Hint: it involves leaving your kids behind)
Yep, We Did This On Purpose And I need more wine. LOTS more wine. Believe it or not, Nathan and I very intentionally chose to have our babies as close in age as possible. He… Read More »We’re Going to Need a Bigger Wine Glass