Mental Health

As a mom to four teens, I’ve gotten pretty good at “the talks.” I remember the “sex talk” I had with my firstborn; my face was bright red as I stumbled through all the elements. I certainly improved with...

I haven't written in a while. For a long time, I felt like an imposter. Like I was trying to hide the truth of my own story while trying to focus on the positive in life and in my...

Recently, two people in my inner circle went through extremely difficult situations. Learning of these events tore me up inside. My heart hurt so badly for these people I love dearly. I was angry, sad, and frustrated. I couldn’t help but...

My firstborn recently turned one and it left me feeling equally excited and sad at the same time. I am so proud of our little squish and it really has been a whirlwind as these months have flown by. As...

I've been meaning to write this for a while now. I've put it off so long I nearly forgot until I recently read an article that lead singer of Guster, Ryan Miller, wrote for The Atlantic and I was...

We don't need to tell you that teenagers today are on social media constantly — if you have a teen in your home you already know this. Reports show that 95% of American teens have a smartphone with the ability...

I love my husband. And we regularly go on dates. Or at least we go out as often as possible with parenting two little kids and juggling work and other obligations. But I'm not just dating my husband. Recently I've started...

  When the temperatures drop, the wind picks up, and the days are looking grey, hygge can bring some warmth and comfort into life. So, what is hygge? Or the even bigger question — how do you say it? It doesn't exactly...

The clock strikes midnight. You made the decision that this year is going to be THE year for it. You dive in headfirst, guns blazing on it. After a couple weeks, the enthusiasm fades. It is no longer something that...

As mothers and women, we are faced with so many choices and obligations. Maintaining friendships, volunteering, being involved in your child’s classroom, navigating everybody's activity calendars, and so much more. Throw in marriage and a job outside of the home,...