Tag: big kids
Safety First: Car Seats and Staying Rear-Facing
As a parent, I take a few things more seriously than others. Bedtime and sleep routines have always been a top priority in our...
Little Sister, Left Behind
I always knew I wanted at least two children. We had our beautiful baby girl in 2012, and I was sure I wanted her...
Core Memories For Better Or Worse
Last weekend, my older daughter performed with her theater group at a local children's museum. I wasn't sure if we would attend since we'd...
This Christmas, Do You
Christmas has never been my favorite holiday, even as a child. Sure, I enjoyed the traditions, getting gifts, and celebrating with my family, but...
Talk Through Your Tears with Your Children
“Mom, why are you crying?”
Before I could even begin to explain the dozens of reasons why, I looked to the next sentence in the...
When Does Parenting Get Easier?
At what point does parenting get easier? Is the answer never? Because I’m beginning to think that has to be it.
I remember when I...
The Unhappiness
The most challenging part of motherhood at this juncture is dealing with the unhappiness. Having three teenagers means no longer having the bubbly and...
Why I Spend 80% of the Year Thinking About Summer Camps...
When I tell people that I spend about 80% of the year researching summer camps for my kids, they look at me like I’m...
This Is Hard
This is hard.
Being a parent brings up a variety of emotions that I could never have anticipated. As a trained mental health professional with...
Uncovering the Signs: Our Path to Autism Testing for My Son
When my daughter was diagnosed with dyslexia a few years ago, it wasn’t a surprise. She had always struggled with reading, and nothing seemed...