Waiting On My Therapist’s Bill
I have been seeing my therapist for years. Actually, it’s longer than I can really remember. I have never received a bill. I am still waiting. Our visits aren’t necessarily scheduled,...
When Anxiety and Depression Come Home
by Kristin P.
Two weeks. That’s how long it’s been since I thought I could tell when someone was happy rather than hurting. How long it’s been since I thought depression and anxiety...
A Mom’s Perspective on the Flint Hills International Children’s Festival
{Disclosure: We’re thrilled to partner with our sponsors The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts to tell you all about their annual event: Flint Hills International Children’s Festival, happening this weekend....
Hot Date in the Twin Cities
When my husband and I first started dating back in 2006, we were really into celebrating our “monthiversary.” Every month we celebrated the day we first became “official” and would...
It Takes a Village: How We Chose Milk Donation
by Leah Pihlaja
“Formula or Breastmilk?” “Is she breastfed?” “Do you nurse or are you pumping?” These three questions are what I’m asked countless times when introducing my youngest to friends, family, coworkers...
A Goodbye Note From Your Child’s Teacher
by Maureen Zhao
I remember the first time I met you. I’ve probably had a thousand parents walk through my door, but I remember the moment you first came. Your little one was...
Beauty Is A Noun
by Annie
From the backseat I heard her say: “I’m not beautiful Mommy.” My heart sank. And I knew I had this chance, and maybe only this chance, to help her understand...