I have a mommy confession to make. Okay…several. Here are my confessions from a mommy of two. About parenting (have I perked your interest?). Do you ever remember thinking during your pre-mommyhood days…”When I have kids, I will NEVER…(fill in the blank)”. Or worse, “When I have kids, I will never let them…(fill in the… Continue reading Confessions from a Mommy of Two
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Finding Your Mommy Mojo
Awhile back I got an email from a reader suggesting a post on finding balance in motherhood, which to me is like finding the Holy Grail.
Balance is something most every mom wants to find, but the truth is most times something has to give.
But finding what I like to call your Mommy Mojo, that’s another thing. Those are the times when you think, “Hey! Things are cruising along! I got this! I feel good!” Love those times.
The secret to finding your Mommy Mojo starts with you. When you take time to make sure you are taking care of yourself in addition to the gazillion roles in your family, you will be on your way to finding your Mommy Mojo. I promise.
But here’s the thing, the journey is cyclical…
Find Some More Me Time in Your Day!
Find Some More Me Time in Your Day
As mamas, we give our kiddos everything we have – our unconditional love, our time, our patience, our nurturing, our advice, our many, many talents (chauffeur, nurse, teacher, monster-catcher, nose wiper…), and sometimes, our sanity. And they deserve absolutely everything we have to give.
But sometimes, I find myself running on empty, completely drained. Yes, I should exercise more. Yes, I should eat healthier. Yes, I should get more rest. But sometimes, I just want more TIME.
And (gasp)…time for ME.
Here are some simple ways I’ve made some room in my life for more “me” time…and I hope these tips help you. Us mamas have to stick together!
Helping Your Kids Cope with Doctor Fears
As mamas, we can kiss scraped knees, bandage minor cuts, give extra cuddles and run for the iced boo boo pack for owies. But, helping your kids cope with doctor anxiety? That can be a toughie.
When a trip to your favorite pediatrician is in order (sometimes I swear I need a “frequent visit” card punch) it can cause stress for everyone involved. Does anybody else’s kids freak out when you mention a doctor’s visit? Well, mine do.
Recently, I was sitting in my daughter’s gymnastics class lounge chatting with the other moms, and this very topic came up. Turns out, each one of our girls had different fears about the doctor and all of us shared what worked.
It was all such great advice…girlfriend to girlfriend, mom to mom…that I thought I’d compile it and share with all of you! So, in no particular order, here’s our two cents. I very much hope you find these tips handy in helping your kids cope with doctor anxiety.
A Super Fun Stay-at-Home Activity for Your Kids
I threw a birthday party for a lamb. Lamby-lamb to be exact, my five-year-old’s well-loved stuffed lamb given to her as a baby. Take note mamas – this was a FUN three hour stay-at-home activity for both kiddos – and a great (sneaky!) way to get some educational lessons in.
Now, this wasn’t just any stuffed animal’s pretend birthday party. The celebration included a real cake and candles, a wrapped present for Lamby-lamb (what’s a birthday without a present?) and decorations.
I am a mama on the go. My babies and I are always out and about, doing something. But, sometimes rainy days, sick munchkins, or even just overtired kids (or mamas!) require a day at home…