One thing every parenting book will drill into you from the time your baby is born is the importance of a bedtime routine, and as they get older, a toddler bedtime routine. A consistent bedtime and routine helps children calm…
My Favorite Spring Activities for Toddlers and Babies
I love watching James and Charlotte and now Brooks grow and develop, and it’s easier in some ways not to have to carry them everywhere, but I miss the days of being able to go outside and have them just…
The Cutest Holiday Pajamas for Kids
I used to think it was silly to buy holiday pajamas…until I had kids. Now, I start shopping for holiday pajamas for kids as soon as Halloween is over. Let’s be serious, there’s nothing cuter than a family picture with…
Family Winter Bucket List + My New Approach to Staying Sane in the Winter with Kids
Every season, I like to put together a list of things I want to accomplish with my family, but I find it especially important to put together a family winter bucket list to keep us occupied when the weather is…
How to Get Up and Down Stairs With a Stroller
Before we had James we live in a brownstone that has had stairs. We loved the apartment but it a) wasn’t the most baby friendly and b) trying to navigate the stairs with a stroller, dog and maybe groceries or diapers seemed like a nightmare. Ultimately we ended up finding a place that made more sense nearby and moved right before James arrived. However, we spent a lot of time researching how to navigate stairs with a baby/stroller/dog etc. This came in handy when the first few months of living there the elevator continuously broke and I ended up hoofing it up and down two flights of stairs anyway. And mind you, city living and traveling gets you pretty good at stair lugging. So here are my top tips for getting up and down stairs with a stroller.
How to Overcome Mom Guilt
Mom guilt. It’s probably one of the hardest parts about becoming a mom for me other than learning not to get triggered or frustrated when my kids are fighting, tantruming and whining. But I actually think mom guilt is one…
Feeling Restless (AKA the Mid-30s Life Crisis)
For someone who is so anal and organized and a total homebody, I’m also a free spirit and every few years, I need to feed that spirit. I’ll suddenly get an itch and need to go somewhere stat, and I’ll…
How to Put Sunscreen on a Toddler
I don’t know about you, but one of my least favorite parts of parenting is applying sunscreen. In fact, my best friend, who is a mom of two, once said that she hates summer because of the sunscreen, wet clothes,…
What To Do When Your Two Year Old Hits You
Being slapped across the face by a screaming toddler is a true test of parenting. Unfortunately toddler hitting is a pretty common issue, and unfortunately, for us, James has chosen to test us in this regard quite a bit recently….
Maternity Leave Goals
I can’t believe I’m already a month into my maternity leave. It’s flying by and I hate that. I feel like I’ve been in such a cloud recovering from giving birth and caring for a newborn and nursing 24/7 while…
Best Podcasts for Moms
I’ve been trying to get outside to run or walk a few days a week as part of my workout routine. Even when it’s cold, I much prefer to exercise outside and get the fresh air. It’s not just a…
Introducing Our Newest Family Member
Yes, he’s finally here! I feel so blessed and happy to share that Brooks George Kennedy joined us just a few days before his due date at 4:14 a.m. on March 24, weighing 7lbs 11oz. It all happened so fast,…
