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"I didn't give you the gift of life, but life gave me the gift of you."

LATEST MOM HACKS:

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September 24, 2020

5 Things To Remember If You’re Thinking About Getting A Family Pup

If you're thinking about getting a family pup, you need to be smart about boundaries before you bring the...

by Katy Kipper
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September 24, 2020

5 Ways To Combat Mom Sleep Deprivation

While it may seem like an impossible mission, you can fight your mom sleep deprivation with only a few,...

by Katy Kipper
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September 9, 2020

5 Ways To Strengthen Bonds With Your Children

Knowing how challenging parenting can be, how do you strengthen bonds with your children, especially when you are new...

by Katy Kipper
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August 21, 2020

4 Reasons You May Need A Family Lawyer

You have your spouse, friends, parenting groups, and medical help. But a source of support people tend to forget...

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5 Ways To Strengthen Bonds With Your Children

by Katy Kipper

Knowing how challenging parenting can be, how do you strengthen bonds with your children, especially when you are new to parenting?

September 9, 2020
From The Heart, Mom Hacks
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How To Support Your Grieving Family

by Katy Kipper

One simple way to support your grieving family is to offer practical assistance (if and when you feel you can).

September 9, 2020
From The Heart
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8 Lessons In Healing We Can Learn From Children

by Marisa Donnelly

Perhaps this is one of the greatest lessons from children we must learn — that it's okay to need people. Growth isn't meant to happen alone.

July 14, 2020
From The Heart
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Dear Mama: ⁣ ⁣ You're beautiful just the way y Dear Mama: ⁣ ⁣ You're beautiful just the way you are. ⁣ ⁣ You're beautiful when you wake up and roll out of bed, in an oversized t-shirt that doesn't flatter your curves. You're beautiful in that tight dress or stained sweatpants. You're beautiful when your hair is brushed, or when it's sticking up in all directions. You're beautiful when you're running your son to his basketball practice, when you're helping your daughter navigate her third tantrum of the morning, when you're making dinner, or when you're handling a business phone call in the small 30 minutes of "free" time you have. ⁣ ⁣ You're beautiful when you're doing nothing at all.⁣ ⁣ I know some days will feel heavier than others, and on those days, I want you to know that your worth, your value, and who you are is not measured by the things you do or don't do. It's not measured by the words of others. And it's not measured by what you see in the mirror. ⁣ ⁣ You are beautiful.⁣ And valuable.⁣ And special.⁣ And worthy.⁣ ⁣ Simply because you are you. ⁣ #momishmoments⁣
We're all searching for love. We're all searching We're all searching for love. We're all searching to be heard, to be seen, and to be understood. Last weekend, I sat my boyfriend down and cried to him about how I was feeling, how the energy around me has been heavy since quarantine, and how isolating it can be to be a twenty-something woman navigating the world as a business owner, non-biological mother, and girlfriend-turned-full-time-caregiver in the middle of a freaking pandemic. ⁣ ⁣ He gave me the space to cry and he listened, and perhaps more importantly, I gave MYSELF the space to feel, to hurt, to cry, and to let him show up for me in ways that I had grown accustomed to denying. ⁣ ⁣ These times are hard. ⁣ For all of us. ⁣ And in different ways. ⁣ ⁣ For other mommas like me, ones who don't have a *place* or a *title* or who are navigating what I call the *middle* - not just a girlfriend and not quite a mom or wife, finding your identity and place is so damn difficult. ⁣ ⁣ But you can't be hard on yourself. You can't push away the people who are trying to create places for you to grow and thrive. You can't see your vulnerability as weakness or your tears as failure. You have to know that labels don't define you. You have to know that breaks, rest, and putting down your burdens are all okay. ⁣ ⁣ You capable and WORTHY of love. ⁣ And no amount of things you do (or don't) will ever change this.⁣ ⁣ #momishmoments⁣ #honestmotherhood⁣
"Just when I had finally reached a sense of normal "Just when I had finally reached a sense of normalcy while on maternity leave, it was time to return to work at the end of February. Sometimes referred to as the '5th Trimester,' I think this has been the most difficult transition to date.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 1) Babies Know: The Shark had been sleeping through the night literally until the night before I returned to work when he decided to stay up crying and screaming for 2 hours from 1:30-3:30am. I wake up for work at 5:30... he didn't sleep through the night again until a few weeks ago (just in time for him to begin his 8-month sleep regression, awesome). So, at least I got about a week of solid sleep, right? 🤷🏼‍♀️⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 2) Sleep Deprivation: Hit me SO HARD once I returned to work. No longer solely on baby's schedule, now add the rigidity of shift work hours to your life. Oh, and those hours are not synced up to your baby's sleep cycle. Cue minimal sleep for Mom, but somehow manage to function enough to do your job well, let alone do it at all."⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Words: @big.macattack Thank you for sharing your #honestmotherhood with us. ❤️⠀
Just a reminder that despite the craziness in the Just a reminder that despite the craziness in the world, there is still so much to be thankful for. ❤️⠀ ⠀ Last week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Elena Lecrichia, a Labor + Delivery nurse from Stony Brook Hospital (@stonybrookmedicine) about her experience being PREGNANT DURING QUARANTINE. ⠀ ⠀ I can't even imagine.⠀ ⠀ She shared about so many moments that were different, and yet so many that were beautiful and perfect in their own way. Her perspective was so positive and encouraging! It made me realize that I have SO MUCH to be grateful for. All of us do. [Take a listen to a clip! ⬆]⠀ ⠀ Full episode: http://bit.ly/PandemicPregnancy #pandemicpregnancy⠀
This is my sweet friend @kenzie.lewin. She is an i This is my sweet friend @kenzie.lewin. She is an incredibly brave mama, sharing bits and pieces of her IVF journey. IVF (In vitro fertilization) is a complex and painful series of procedures that help with fertility and conception. It can be taxing, overwhelming, isolating, and scary. It can also lead to hope for parents who are trying to conceive.⠀ ⠀ But it isn't talked about enough.⠀ ⠀ Every parent's journey is different. Thank you, Kenzie, for bringing awareness and being open to sharing the ups and downs of your story with us! 💞⠀
My love was born in a thousand, tiny moments. ❤️⠀
Yes, the coronavirus has slowed aspects of our liv Yes, the coronavirus has slowed aspects of our lives – but for you, mama, life seems busier – and perhaps even more stressful than usual. No matter what your version of motherhood looks like, there are always new roads to navigate. But despite the craziness, you deserve to feel relaxed. Here are some simple ways mamas can de-stress this difficult season:⠀ ⠀ 1. Be Like Your Kids⠀ Start doing the activities your kids are doing (age-adapted, of course). Are they crawling around on the floor? Do it. Are they jumping rope? Take a turn. Are they climbing on your outdoor play-set, swinging on the swing, playing hopscotch, or baseball? Join in. These are great ways mamas can de-stress and have fun!⠀ ⠀ 2. Turn Off the News⠀ Turning off the news is one of the simplest ways mamas can de-stress. In the same vein, most mental health experts will tell you to look for the positive and try to choose gratitude in stressful situations. But right now, it seems almost impossible to find a positive source of input.⠀ ⠀ Of course, that’s not really true. You just need to look in a different place.⠀ ⠀ 3. Splurge on the Good Stuff!⠀ While you’re consuming less of the bad, I encourage you to splurge a little on the good.⠀ ⠀ I’m talking about local, seasonal produce. There is nothing better tasting (or more nutritional) than fresh, local produce. ⠀ ⠀ What other #destress tips do you recommend?⠀ Thanks, @mylifenurse, for sharing this with us!⠀ ⠀ See the whole post: momishmoments.com #momish⠀
I want to be that house,⠀ the house with the unq I want to be that house,⠀ the house with the unquestioning,⠀ unconditional, as-long-as-you-need-it⠀ kind of love. ❤️🏡
The origin/definition of the word "dyslexia" is "n The origin/definition of the word "dyslexia" is "not reading." But for children who have dyslexia, their learning challenges are far more complicated than that. Dyslexia goes beyond letter reversals, low Lexile levels, and a struggle to keep up with peers.⠀ ⠀ Knowing the signs, the challenges, and the ways this #learningdisability may fly under the radar for young children are the first steps to changing the narrative for these learners and closing the reading gap for good. ❤️⠀
"My reason and purpose for being a stepparent is t "My reason and purpose for being a stepparent is to cultivate a power family dynamic centered around trust that will withstand the test of time."⠀ ⠀ Love this quote by @_francozavala (@theprofessionalstepdad). One of the coolest things about creating this account is seeing how many relationships it has built. Parenting journeys are vastly different, and yet we are all connected by our passion for our kids. ❤️⠀ ⠀ A few months ago, Franco & I launched our #stepparents platform, @stepbystepparents. Our goal is for it to be a resource hub, a community, and a space for sharing the ups and downs of being a stepparent. ⠀ ⠀ We hope you join us + invite a friend! ⠀ We are all in this together. 👪 ⠀
There is no comparison between the sun and the moo There is no comparison between the sun and the moon.⠀ They will both shine when it's time. 🌙🌞
Love, to me, has always been all or nothing. When Love, to me, has always been all or nothing. When I choose to give someone my time, to let him in my life, it’s not half-a$$ed. If I choose to pursue a relationship, it’s because I see myself in this man’s arms permanently, because I’ve taken the time to envision if this is what I want and said ‘yes,’ and because I believe in something greater than myself — with him, with us.⠀ ⠀ See, the world wants to caution you to ‘be safe,’ to ‘wait for the one,’ and to ‘protect your heart’ at all costs. While this is useful advice, it’s also weighed down by fear. If you’re stepping into the waters of love with only your toes, you’ll never fully feel how beautiful it is to be swept up in the waves. If you’re always waiting for this grandiose love to fall into your life, you’ll miss the person standing right in front of your eyes. And if you’re looking to protect yourself rather than fall, you’ll never know who’s truly wrong and right for you.⠀ ⠀ Every mistake brings you closer to the person you’re meant to be with. Every person you fall into only teaches you, heals and strengthens you, and grows you into the person you’re already on the way to becoming.⠀ ⠀ People will caution you with every decision you make. They will tell you to hold back, to be a little less, and to stop leading with your heart over your head. But you can’t let the world change the way you love.⠀ ⠀ — @_marisadonnelly @momishmoments #momish⠀ ⠀ 📷: @denisekophoto⠀
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Digital Fitness: How To Engage Your Kids (Even Online)

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Health/Wellness

3 Simple Ways To Improve Your Family’s Lifestyle

There are many ways you can improve your family's lifestyle, but one of the best things to do is look at the simple changes you can make.

August 13, 2020
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Health/Wellness, Mom Hacks

5 Ways Mamas Can De-stress During This Difficult Season

No matter what your version of motherhood is, you are always navigating new roads. But despite the craziness, here are some simple ways mamas can de-stress.

August 5, 2020
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Health/Wellness

How To Help A Child Who Is Grieving

Parents/guardians want to support a child who is grieving, but they’re often unsure how to approach the issue of death.

August 4, 2020
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Health/Wellness

4 Health Issues To Watch For In Children

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July 31, 2020

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