parenting

Avoiding Burnout in Motherhood

Avoiding Burnout in Motherhood

As mothers, we are surrounded by the message that motherhood is something that needs to be survived. We’re constantly bombarded with voices that tell us motherhood is going to be overwhelming, busy, and exhausting. There are definitely seasons…

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Finding the Lovely in the Chaos

Motherhood is a chaotic business. Each day is filled with noise, lots of messes, and countless challenges. The days can be monotonous and exhausting. When faced with all the chaos, sometimes it can feel anything but lovely. Some…

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Why I Let My Kids Help (even when I don’t want to)

“Can I help, Mama?” I know these words are coming as soon as I start to open the box. Sigh. The truth is, I really don’t want any help. I know that I can do this much faster…

10 screen-free ways to keep kids entertained inside… without going crazy

10 screen-free ways to keep kids entertained inside… without going crazy

The past week has been freeeeeezing here in Wisconsin. Below freezing, actually. When it gets so cold (or rainy, or hot, or whatever it is that keeps you stuck inside), it can be tricky to keep kids entertained…

Raising Creative Kids: 10 ways to encourage your kids to be creative

Today is the day we’re starting the Raising Creative Kids series! This isn’t going to be a “post every day for a week and then never again” kind of series, but rather something that’s on-going here on my…