Mom life

A few months ago I wrote this blog post about why I wanted to venture out into the world of reusable period products, and/or better-for-me period products. Since then, I have plunged into the menstrual cup world. After much research...

I just got to play "pretend" stay at home mom for a few weeks, and I loved it. Fours years ago when my son was born I didn't have the financial freedom to enjoy the stay-at-home mom life. We were...

I know, everyone has an opinion and everyone has advice. Especially when it comes to motherhood. We all either joke or fume about it when it happens, especially in the public arena. Who hasn't had a perfect stranger tell...

Summer is in full swing! But before you head to the beach, check out this ultimate swimwear guide for the family! Yes, momma; that includes a cute suit for you too!                ONE   ...

Sewing isn't just an old-school, out-of-date, granny pastime. It's more than just reattaching buttons to shirts (although that is so handy!). Sewing is a skill that benefits all. It can lead to many hobbies and it is therapeutic. You...

Earlier this year, I wrote about our experiences traveling with 6 under 6 to Las Vegas - it was a lovely and memorable vacation. In just a few short weeks, however, we're traveling again... and this time our journey will...

It's common knowledge, I hope, that social media is causing extreme states of stress and anxiety. While everyone is talking about how this impacts kids and young adults, a large group that we aren't talking about is moms.    Between Pinterest, with...

We all know one.  That friend-of-a-friend, or weird Uncle Josh, or your sister.  Well-enough-adjusted adults, successful careers, tons of fun at parties.  But something is awkward, you can’t put your finger on until it all clicks – Ohhhhh, they’re a middle child! It’s...

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Being a mom is hard. From the moment you discover you’re pregnant, your body is not your own anymore. You spend 40 weeks (give or take) making sure you’re eating...

Disclaimer: This is a BubbleBum sponsored post, but as always, all thoughts expressed are 100% my own. With summer vacation around the corner, the season calls for sleepovers, road trips, and adventures. Sounds like fun, right?! Except for the dreaded car seat situation. There’s...

Sing it with me now: “Why can’t we be friends, why can’t we be friends?" Well, sometimes it’s because we just aren't meant to be.   Moms are constantly told that they need a ‘mom tribe’ a ‘squad’, women to commiserate...

People say it takes a village to raise a child. Having moved over 8,000 kilometers away from my family and friends, I now understand how true this is! You NEED a support network, that is more than just your...