Kimberly ZhangIt was Tuesday evening, and I found myself doing what felt like the thousandth load of laundry while my 8-year-old sat on the couch, completely oblivious to the chaos around him. My toddler had just spilled juice all over the floor, and my teen was upstairs in her room—headphones on, world off. That’s when it…
JayDee VykoukalPreparing postpartum freezer meals is one of the greatest and smartest things you can do before your baby’s birth. It gives you peace of mind when you’re deep in the trenches of newborn care, especially if you have other kids who depend on you to be fed 3 times a day! The first few weeks…
Aqsa SalamCo-parenting can be challenging under the best of circumstances, but when you find yourself sharing parenting responsibilities with a narcissistic partner, the journey becomes even more complex. Narcissists are known for their selfish and manipulative behavior, making it difficult to navigate a co-parenting relationship with them. However, it is possible to effectively co-parent with a…
Self-love and self-care aren’t often at the top of the to-do list for busy moms, professionals, and students. In particular, most moms do their best to be there for their kids, unfortunately, even to the detriment of their own well-being. But the truth is, taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care…
Mercy KamburaAsk any parent what their greatest challenge is, and managing screen time likely ranks high on the list. With continued advances in technology and constant access to screens, parents struggle to balance allowing their children to use devices for educational purposes and limiting overall screen time. This issue is especially prevalent today, as more and…
JayDee VykoukalWhen becoming a parent, we rarely have an intentional desire to be a “neglectful parent.” As parents, we all like to think we’re doing what’s best for our kids. Unfortunately, real life can be different from our expectations. Our past life experiences and current parental circumstances significantly influence our daily interactions with our children—for better…