When I made the decision to stay home when my daughter was born almost 2 years ago, I had this vision of myself sitting at my desk working on a blog post, while my daughter played on the floor with a few toys quietly. Boy, was I wrong!
Posted on April 08, 2020
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Working from home has so many benefits, but you need to realize that it is not as easy as you may think. With all this disruption from the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are now faced with “working from home” in some capacity. The past two years I have been working from home, while taking care of my toddler, Caroline.
Posted on April 06, 2020
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Let’s talk Coronavirus and anxiety. Your kids are probably home from school for a while. Talk to your kids in a calm way.
Posted on April 03, 2020
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The way you think will effect the way you feel. If you think, “This is awful!” You will feel awful. Choose healthier thoughts like, “This is unexpected. And it we can spend some family time. I get to create what this time looks like!”
Posted on April 01, 2020
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I know it can seem impossible to have any self care when we are all quarantined in the house...& it can be done with some planning! It’s important for you & your family.
Posted on March 30, 2020
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Our little ones have brains that aren't fully developed yet. The ability to be calm in the midst of raging emotions is hard for even many adults who have fully formed brains.
Posted on March 26, 2020
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I keep reminding myself of the roller coaster that motherhood is, and to be kind with myself on the tough days when I’m far from the “perfect” mom.
Posted on March 23, 2020
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If you have a child who is under 2 or 3 and is not potty trained yet, take social distancing as an opportunity to potty train your babe! Not only will she feel proud of herself but you’ll have the added benefit of being less reliant on your next diaper delivery!
Posted on March 19, 2020
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It took all of my energy just to make it through the day. I struggled for months with horrible depression. I cried more than my baby did.
I thought I would feel that sadness for the rest of my life.
Posted on March 12, 2020
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We often put so much pressure on ourselves to love every single part of motherhood. If we don’t always enjoy being a mom, does that make us bad moms? Does it mean we not grateful for our kids?
Posted on March 09, 2020
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As parents to toddlers, the essence of this word means so much more to us. Good character, behaviours and habits are not built overnight. It’s our daily, consistent teaching that moulds their character.
Posted on February 27, 2020
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It doesn’t matter where we are - together or separate. Location is irrelevant, I know this. It is possible to feel completely alone while being surrounded by family.
Posted on February 24, 2020
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