Most parents end up being caught in the “sandwich generation.” Being a caregiver for young children and aging parents at the same time is a lot of work. As a dual caregiver, it is important to take care of...
The most wonderful journey my husband and I have ever experienced began when our son was born. However, when our little one was diagnosed with plagiocephaly, commonly known as flat-head syndrome, it brought a whirlwind of tough emotions and...
Self-care is a common topic in the new mom world, and for good reason. You’ve just become in charge of a whole other human life - like completely in charge - of their literal survival. It’s easy to see...
We get good at taking care of others as mothers. As this happens we may stop taking time to gift ourselves some self-care. That pile of dishes becomes more important than our morning run. Maybe we might get in...
The colder weather is here and with that, the thought (and dread) of winter illness. The sniffles. The fevers. The coughs. Maybe even some projectile body fluids. Reading this should prompt you to make some changes now to prevent...
What is "Normal"?
Two and a half years ago, I held my newborn son in my arms and I remember that immediate feeling of pure love and joy. After nine months and 13 hours of labor, my son was finally...
As an all-around optimist, I tend to look at the glass half full. Even on the dullest of days, I can spot the light. Ask me what makes me this way and I’ll say it’s largely because of my...
A lot of people roll their eyes at meditation. They think it's something they have to be "good" at or know a lot about in order to feel its positive effects on their body and mind.
That's how I felt...
Hold the Space
“Just hold the space. It will take time, but they will come.” This comment was in response to my concern about no one coming to a breastfeeding support group that I started at a clinic. So I...
Motherhood is a 24-hour-a-day, 365 days a year always on the clock job. Between middle-of-the-night feedings in those early days to phone calls from the school nurse that your kid is running a fever, we never really get the...
In + Around Central Mass
Mom’s Night Out at Dragonflies and Amber Recap!
Our Mom's Night Out at Dragonflies and Amber was a night to remember!
It truly was a beautiful and enjoyable event from start to finish!...
