Have you ever startled yourself awake after a night of dicey newborn sleep with a vague recollection of ordering a bunch of random items on Amazon? Your nipples are sore, your bottom hurts, you’re still terrified of pooping, and...
Pregnancy and birth are unparalleled life experiences. After nearly ten months of the adventure that is pregnancy, the time comes to meet the little person you've been incubating. It’s an exciting time for sure, but it’s not without an...
I recently flew with my 4-month old daughter for the first time. Alone.
Admittedly, I wasn't flying blind (pun intended) going into this trip. In addition to learning some things on my own, I received some great advice from an...
While I was pregnant and someone would ask if I was planning to breastfeed, I’d say, "I’m fine with supplementing if I need to, but I’m going to try breastfeeding." Since I wanted to save on the cost of...
With a 5-year-old, 2-year-old, and 8-month-old running around our house, there is rarely a moment in our day that someone isn’t talking, laughing, screaming, or yelling. Being mindful in the midst of constant stimulation is incredibly hard. Even when...
Disclaimer: This article is a satire. My husband challenged me to write about the man flu. It is not about him, per se. You may find some truth written here, you may not.
The man flu.
You know you’ve heard...
As a pediatric sleep consultant, I often have clients come to me and share that things were going well for a few days. Then sometime around days 3, 4, or 5, things went backward.
Q: “What am I doing wrong?!...
Dearest former best friend,
I remember so fondly all the time we spent together, the adventures, the life lessons, the exes, the nights out and the promises we made. We promised always to be friends, “no matter what!” We promised...
I am lucky to be able to work part-time. I am lucky that I got to take 12 weeks of maternity leave (mostly unpaid). I am lucky (and a little bitter) that my husband also got 12 weeks of...
There's no doubt that going to the movie theatre is an enjoyable experience for all ages. It's an activity that has been around for generations. The giant screen, high-quality sound, comfortable seats, delicious snacks, and good company - or...
In + Around Central Mass
Barre & Lite Bites at The Barre Effect
Our next Mom’s Night Out event is here!
Are you looking for a low-pressure way to meet other local moms?
Join us for a barre class...
