Parenting Wisdom

Twenty-seven years ago, I struggled with infertility. I filled my head with idealized visions of my parenting plans should that day ever come. How I would teach my future child, or children, how to read, think, play, and so on....

Navigating the Physical and Emotional Labor of Mothering Motherhood is romanticized and celebrated, and rightfully so, as it encompasses immeasurable love, care, and nurturing. However, a profoundly burdensome aspect of motherhood is often beneath this idyllic facade - the mental...

There is no better reason to have an estate plan in place than for the well-being of your minor children. When I speak to families with minors, they usually believe they are too young, too healthy, or don't have...

Dear Daddy, It has been a few days since you left this earth. You died on September 11, 2023. That day forever changed me. Obviously, I am still in the beginning stages of grief. I have already had many revelations since...

As I walked into the crowded room of women, I scanned the room for an empty seat. A friend looked at me apologetically as her table had filled up before I arrived. I looked for another familiar face, but...

Hey there! A big cheer for your 15-year-old's recent milestone—stepping onto the exciting journey of getting their first driver's license. This transition is indeed a significant rite of passage for most teens. Stick around to discover practical tips from...

This is a practical guide to help you create meaningful connections with your kiddos, even amongst the flurry of school supplies, packing lunches, homework sessions, and new bedtime routines. Hellos and Goodbyes Look them in the eye and tell them you...

As a mother, you love and care for your family deeply. That love and care extends far beyond the present. While nurturing your children and creating a loving home are undoubtedly essential, have you considered what would happen to your...

Last night, I watched my child pour his heart and soul into winning his soccer match. I watched him sink into the ground, defeated when they lost in a shootout! (ps. The hardest way to lose!) Watching it was heartbreaking...

I thought it would be easy to come up with a list of things I love about being a dad to a little girl. But once I started writing, nothing seemed right. There were, of course, the funny things. And...