James has never been the best at staying still, but as a toddler, changing his diaper became a real struggle. Now, that Charlotte’s one, I’m remembering just how hard changing a toddler’s diaper can be. It’s not just that they’re…
Matching Family Christmas Pajamas
Yep, I’m totally that mom that makes my husband and children wear matching family Christmas pajamas — and take lots of pics. And I’m not at all sorry about it. It’s adorable and sweet, and I birthed those babies goddammit…
A Genius Trick for Preventing Tantrums That Has Changed Our Life
James officially entered the terrible twos at 18 months, probably more like 15 months if I’m going to be totally honest. He’s such a sweet, curious, smart and spirited boy, but he’s also stubborn, strong willed and short tempered with…
First Birthday Party Ideas for Boys
I can barely bring myself to admit that my little guy is turning one in a month, but this major milestone is creeping up faster than I can process. Pre-baby, I always imagined myself throwing a Pinterest-worthy party as I…
Healthy Snacks for Kids
My kids are snackers as I think most kids are. Luckily, they are also pretty good eaters in general, but snacks are definitely a constant. They need at least one between breakfast and lunch, at least one after school, and…
The Mom Hack That Has Transformed Our Mornings
I don’t know if it’s like this in your house, but mornings are nothing short of traumatic in our house. I thought I had the whole working mom thing down when I just had James and he was a baby/little…
What I Wore This Week (No. 55)
Well, here we are in May, riding right into summer already. It’s still chilly but when the sun is out, it’s warm. We’re spending as much time outside as we can, still feeling pretty isolated but enjoying the fresh air…
How to Be a Good Parent When You’re Tired
I should really have put a question mark at the end of the blog post title, because honestly, I don’t know the answer. Lately, I’ve been exhausted and I have found it nearly impossible to muster the strength to play with James and run after and plan activities for him so he can get his energy out — and I feel terrible. Honestly, I’m so exhausted and there’s so much going on and it happens to coincide with this period where James is really active and really defiant, and I find myself losing my patience more than usual.
Motherhood Mondays: I Thought I Wanted James to Cry When I Left For Work…
I was wrong. The idea that the baby cries when I leave for work means they love you and will miss you and are attached is something I think I held onto in my head. But the reality is that…
Reflections on My Second Mother’s Day
I can’t believe Sunday was my second ever Mother’s Day. In honor of the day, I wanted to share some reflections on my second Mother’s Day. It’s amazing how much more confident in the role of mom I feel and how…
So James Called Our Nanny “Mama”
And I’m devastated. I tried to play it cool and pretend like I wasn’t shocked/horrified/appalled/devastated, but I couldn’t really hide it. I mean the child called the nanny mom! I also saw my nanny’s face light up like I did…
The Perfect Weekend Dress
As James approaches his first birthday, I’ve only just begun to feel like myself again, at least in terms of getting dressed and ready. I finally am starting to recognize myself in the mirror again, but I’m not sure my…
