Accepting Yourself (On Being Authentic)
{Photo credit: Anna Lygocki Photography} “It’s peaceful,” is what I normally tell people who ask what it’s like not to hear. I don’t hear anything. I’m Deaf. With hearing aids,...
Who Cares How Your Child Is Born
As I’ve been approaching my due date, all that has been weighing on my mind is delivery and whether or not I should attempt vaginal birth or schedule a C-section....
That Time I Tried a Tri(athlon)
by Kate Awsumb
Once upon a time, I signed up for an indoor triathlon – a swim in the pool, ride on a stationary bike and run around a track (times a million)....
Consequences: It’s All About Marketing
You know how as a mom it SO often feels like the only words out of your mouth are negative? You have to yell as they run toward the street,...
Parenting: A Fitness Craze
JOIN TODAY | AMAZING REWARDS Ok, you joined. Now what? Why the tired look? Out of breath? Slightly delirious from the heavy lifting? Occasional (or profuse) sweating? Constant up’s and down’s, reaching...
Identity Crisis: On the 5th Anniversary of Becoming “Mom”
{Photo credit: Sarah Elizabeth Photography} In just a few days, we will celebrate my daughter’s fifth birthday while I will silently be celebrating the fifth anniversary of becoming “Mom.” This...
Help Wanted: I’m Solo Parenting for Six Weeks!
by Annie
I’m somewhere in the midst of six-ish weeks of parenting while my partner is out of the country for work. My kids are young, one is in child care and...
The Battle For Margin Is Worth It
by Tammie
I never set out to be a teacher. I earned a biology degree for the sole purpose of looking good on a medical school application. But as graduation loomed, I...
Instant Pot: Love At First Sight
by Karri Larson
Last year I wrote a post about how I have a crush on my crockpot. At the time, I really did love that shiny appliance and how it could slowly...
The Balancing Act: No Regrets
I’ve been reflecting a lot lately on how much I do on a day to day basis. I’m one of those people who wants to be constantly busy. Maybe it...
The Mom(me) Bubble
I live in a bubble. I created birthed this bubble for myself and now I’m not entirely sure how to get out. I recently had lunch with a college friend who...
I’m Tired But I’m Not Defeated
{Photo credit: Sarah Hudson Photography} I rush to finish the last project of my workday. I calculate the time in my head, the walk to my car and then the commute....
Five Reasons to Head North This Winter
by Maureen Zhao
Since becoming a mom, I’ve become a pretty loyal homebody. However, that hasn’t made me immune to catching the travel itch. I love a change of scenery. We started this year...