Random Acts of Kindness You Can Use to Spread Joy

General, Parenting, Wellness

Next Wednesday, November 13 is World Kindness Day. I don’t know about you, but I could certainly use a little more kindness in my life. Not only is it nice for the person we’re being kind to, but it also gives us some psychological benefits as well. Psychology Today...

Making New Friends

General, Parenting, Wellness

Did you know that October 19 is National New Friends Day? As we thought about what this day celebrates, we couldn’t help but think about how this is a great opportunity to discuss how to make new friends. After all, who couldn’t use more friends in their life? Without...

When Your Kid Comes Out As LGBTQ

General, Parenting, Wellness

Today, October 11, 2019, National Coming Out Day. Whether you’re reading this on or after the day, it’s important to know what to do if your child comes out as LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer). This post will not be about religion, or the...

Self-Care For Kids and Teens

General, Parenting, Wellness

When most people think of self-care, they picture overworked adults in dire need of some relaxation, and “me time.” Believe it or not, though, kids need self-care too. Instilling the practice of taking time for themselves while they are young will also aid them in...

5 Things to Never Say to Someone Who Has Had a Miscarriage

General, Parenting

Perhaps it’s because of back to school, or maybe it’s because of the recent National Rainbow Baby Day, but there has been a significant uptick in the number of articles and blog posts coming out about miscarriages lately. One thing that has been bothering me is the...

Mom-Shaming: Why We Do It and How to Deal with It

General, Parenting

Your spouse, family, friends, or even strangers may question how you go about raising your child or children. As a mother, there are many parenting decisions that you will have to make, and there is not a single book out there that addresses everything you may face...