by Liz Wood | Jan 30, 2018 | Baby, Sagas, Work
I’m a strong woman, with strong opinions, and I do what I want, for myself. Though I’m not proud to admit it, I’m selfish. But WOW, how a baby changes that. I’m no longer able to put myself before others because Jameson is everything to me. And still, there are times...
by Page Herrera | Dec 11, 2017 | Baby, Sagas, Toddler
I could write a book about how motherhood has impacted my life. The short answer? It has changed every single aspect of my life. Everything I do, I do with my children in mind – from having a healthier lifestyle to what I like to do in my free time (if ever I...
by Kerry Gilmartin | Nov 21, 2017 | Baby, Sagas, Work
I wasn’t so sure about motherhood, having never been a babysitter. I was in love with my husband and figured I would enjoy motherhood because I was lucky to have a great mom myself. But having never changed a diaper before, I was pretty terrified when my due...
by Saralyn Ward | Nov 15, 2017 | Health, Home, Solutions
Gratitude is more than training your kid to say “thank you” out of obligation. While that’s a start, true gratitude is learned by gently encouraging your kids to 1) appreciate what they have, and 2) think about what others may be feeling. The...
by Taryn Schroeder | Oct 5, 2017 | Baby, Health, Sagas
Seven years ago, my husband Jason and I traveled to New England for two weeks to visit our family and friends. While we were there, Jason’s cousin Sara threw a cousins’ party, and I couldn’t wait to see all the cousins I have missed so dearly since we left...
by Breegan Jane | Sep 7, 2017 | Family, Sagas, Work
I’ve always known who I was; I just didn’t always know the role genetics would play in it all. To say the concept of identity has been a layered one for me would be a huge understatement, but not in the way you probably believe. You see, I’m adopted. I’m also...
by Rebecca Peterson | Sep 6, 2017 | Family, Inspiration, Sagas
At about three years after my son was born, my husband and I thought we were pregnant again. Before that moment, we had truly wondered if we would ever be ready for another child. We had a spirited little boy who was our world – maybe one was enough. We also had...
by Jacquelyn Clemmons | Aug 19, 2017 | Family, Inspiration, Sagas
Generally speaking, I pride myself on the fact that I purpose to raise “well-balanced” children. Exposing them to art, science, music, language and cultures from around the world has been especially high on my priority list. I find myself daydreaming about...
by Wendy Buck | Aug 15, 2017 | Baby, Health, Sagas
From the moment I held my little girl, Emma, I dove headfirst into motherhood. To say I love being a mom is an understatement and I can confidently say I am pretty darn good at it. That’s not to say it isn’t challenging. It is without a doubt the most challenging...
by Marsha Pacificar | Aug 7, 2017 | Family, Inspiration, Sagas
Motherhood has profoundly changed my life’s course. My three kids are my enlightenment. I am constantly learning lessons from them: how to be aware in the present moment, how to be an example of responsibility and fun, how to guide them to be their truest...
