Definition of “The Mommy Rut”- the feeling and experience of stagnation, nebulously operating through daily lifeʼs activities and challenges, with the possible result of the mother realizing that she has been delinquent in self-care, embracing habits & hobbies that are restorative and maintaining vibrancy. Thursday morning…Wait? Did I wear jeans/yoga pants E V E R […]
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Party Time? Design on A Dime and Keep Your Mind!
Party, party, party! For some, those words evoke excitement. For others – namely parents with children under 5 years of age – they can create some anxiety. Okay, okay…that’s just me??? Fine….but I know I’m not the only one who didn’t give their children parties until 5 years old…and then only invited my adult friends […]
Chi-Town’s Westside – Park 547 – A Must See!
When I became a mom in New York City, I became a playground expert. I didn’t have the cash to fly or drive very far with my kiddos, but I knew I could get on the train or bus and explore the city I was in. One summer, I challenged myself to find the best […]
Three Ways to Win as a Classroom Chaperone (on your child’s field trip)
Hey Moms, Let’s be all-the-way-real…chaperoning is a nice thing to do in our heads, right? 🤔 But when the day and time actually comes, we are like: 😯 “wait, I have SO many things to do.” Especially if you are like me, a working single mama. BUT, I knew that attending today’s class field trip […]
Join Moms Winning Bookclub and Become More Present Over Perfect
Hey Moms, It’s not a surprise that when I became a mom, I stopped reading. No judgement, please. But, I couldn’t find any time for myself and if I did, it was devoted to sleep and rest. I know you feel me on that one. Anyways, fast forward to now, where I’m hosting a small […]