Five Things I Wish People Shared About Being a Mom

The first few months of motherhood is one of the most amazing yet hardest times. When I first became a mom, I didn’t have anyone to tell me what it would be like — what motherhood was really about. Everyone I knew made it seem like it was going to be so natural and that

Christmas Time In Chicago

The Christmas season in Chicago is magical. Last week, my boyfriend and I took a train to Chicago to spend the entire day together, no kids. It’s not too often that we are able to spend time together, just the two of us. We departed from the train station in Princeton, Illinois around 8:30A and

What I’m Thankful for This Holiday Season

With Thanksgiving tomorrow, it’s a good time to press that pause button. The perfect time to stop and reflect on what we have to be grateful for. This year has been a wild ride! I have so much to be thankful for. Below I’m sharing some of these with you… in no particular order. (expect

Protecting Your Child from Bullying

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Bullying is a significant problem. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics about 25% of youth report they have been victims to bullying. Bullying lies everywhere. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your child. Identify Different Types of Bullying Bullying can occur in lots of different

Living With Trichotillomania

September is Trichotillomania Awareness Month. With today being September 1st, there’s no better time to write this. When people bring up mental health and mental illness, more often than not we think of the major ones: depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. Most people will never experience or develop trichotillomania. According to Mental Health America, only

Tips For The First Day Of School

2021 marks a huge milestone in our household, with our oldest son attending preschool for the first time. For so many children and parents this is a big step. Whether your child is starting preschool, kindergarten, or a new school the first day always means a new environment, new friends and new routine. It’s an

Must Listen to Podcasts

Crime Junkie This true crime podcast features a new episode every Monday with best friends, Ashley Flowers and Brit Prawat. I’m a HUGE true crime fan, and have listened to almost every top true crime podcast there is. Crime Junkie is undoubtedly my favorite podcast. I’ve listened to every episode. Ashley is extremely organized, and

More Sunshine, Less Screen Time

Summer is here, and that means we are soaking up as much outdoor time as possible. Whether that is going to the park or backyard, being outside is a way for kids to use their imaginations and play. Many kids in the upcoming generation are reluctant to run out the door for playtime. Outdoor play

Why I’ll Say No To Extravagant Birthday Parties

Over the last decade, and particularly since Pinterest got big, birthday parties have been over the top. Drip cakes, balloon garland, giant inflatable bounce houses, and even petting zoos. Where did all this come from! When I was a kid I didn’t have any of that, and somehow still had a blast. Everything now seems