Category: Parenting

Like a lot of parents, I just want to restore the peace in my house, stop the screaming, and avoid a trip to the emergency room.

Eight years later, and we are just now looking to move out of that “starter home.” And the process has been more emotional than I ever would have anticipated.

I’ll sign any petition to put an end to Daylight Savings Time. But in the meantime, here are 4 tips for staying sane while “falling back.”

It was in that moment, looking at that piece of ripped paper, when I realized how very wrong a marriage can go.

With the kids both in school full time, I’ve had a lot more time on my hands, and our bank account was begging for a boost.

Not every mother will experience the level of “challenge” I have, but I do want other mamas to know what to look for if motherhood feels more like the pits than like a gift.

I am realizing now what I am trading for our “dream” home, and it is a hard realization to face.

I can’t help but fantasize about what the world is like for people who actually get to take a sick day when they are sick.

Modern parents, myself included, are especially prone to practicing safety at all costs, even when the risks aren’t all that high.

Feeding a baby in the bathroom is honestly kind of gross– I know from experience.

How can we make sure that, even though we may hate the very thought of camping, our kids make memories and generally enjoy themselves?

The advice of friends, family and even strangers can cause information overload for new and expectant parents. For especially sensitive topics, like car seat safety, BRITAX recommends parents review their car seat user guides, reach out to the car seat manufacturer with questions or seek guidance from a child passenger safety expert to ensure they’re learning the proper information.

Your baby makes their way into the world, and as far as parents know, is instantly confronted with dangers at every turn. You spend hours planning out organic meals, stocking up on natural skincare products and researching that perfect, green certified mattress so baby sleeps easy. In all the chaos, however, the thing most often overlooked is making sure that the air they breathe inside of your home is safe as well.

If you missed Target’s Car Seat Trade-in Event in the Spring, now is your chance to get rid of your dangerous and expired carseats and get 20% off in return.