Welcome, fellow moms, to a blog where we celebrate the hilarious and sometimes cringe-worthy mistakes we make on this wild journey called motherhood. Let’s face it, we’re not perfect, and that’s perfectly okay! In fact, our little ones can learn valuable life lessons from witnessing our blunders. So, grab a cup of coffee (or a […]

As a parent, you’ve likely discovered that not all children learn at the same pace or in the same way. Some kids experience smooth sailing along their educational journey while others encounter rough waters along the way, leaving them feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. In such cases, a powerful tool called educational therapy can help them […]

In a world captivated by screens and endless distractions, it’s increasingly important for parents to ignite the spark of imagination in their children. One of the most powerful ways to unlock creativity is to foster a love for reading. Reading opens up a world of endless possibilities, with books serving as the gateways to new […]

Mother’s Day can be a difficult day for many. I know all too well the emotional pain stirred up by a day devoted to motherhood.  When I was just a few days old, my biological mother left me at a fire station. I spent my first year in an orphanage until a loving couple adopted […]

Anxiety affirmations are self-statements we can use in situations we perceive as a threat. Those stressful situations may trigger negative thoughts that we can question with statements that:  In today’s blog, I focus on statements that can challenge anxiety-triggering thoughts, situations (e.g., exams, public speaking), or physical symptoms of anxiety.  Understanding AnxietyAnxiety is an adaptive […]

We carry the weight of the world on our shoulders. At least it seems that way. Because the little people in our little world depend on us and we try our hardest to not let them down. It’s an all-consuming role, being a mother, and one that comes with a bevy of rewards and challenges […]

I bet you’d be surprised how much we have in common when it comes to the types of things that make us feel embarrassed, ashamed, or stupid. We wouldn’t know unless we talk about it. Right? Speaking my truth was always something I was really inspired to do based on what I learned from one […]

One day, while I was working with a group of kids talking about different kinds of coping skills, I had one of those light bulb moments. As we were talking about when they would use the different skills we were discussing, I realized that all of the skills could be put into categories. ​Relaxation Coping Skills […]