by Elizabeth | | Parenting, Pregnancy & Baby
During the time I was considering having a second child, I was fortunate to be working closely with two other mamas who had each recently expanded their family by one. They were full of advice about parenting, breastfeeding, taking kids to daycare, and all the other...
by Elizabeth | | Parenting
When did guilt become such a huge part of being a mom? We all want to be the best mom we can for our kids. But we also have to remember we are human beings. And as human beings, perfection is an impossible goal. Trying to do everything “right” as a mom at the expense...
by Elizabeth | | Parenting, Pregnancy & Baby
Baby showers are such a wonderful way to celebrate a new baby. And to spend time with friends enjoying good company, sweet treats, and teeny tiny little baby things. AND baby shower games! That is if they are the right games. To make your next baby shower the best one...
by Elizabeth | | Keeping House, Parenting
With school back in session, you’ve probably already seen a Facebook post or a school newsletter or some other announcement that someone in your child’s school has head lice (shudder). My head starts to itch just thinking about it. We want our kids to bring home fond...
by Elizabeth | | Kid Activities, Parenting
Carving pumpkins is one of my family’s favorite Halloween traditions. But it seems like every year my kids get more and more impatient to decorate their pumpkins. And you really can’t carve pumpkins more than a week or so ahead of time without having a puddle of rot...
