Photo by Polesie Toys on Pexels The post-natal phase in a woman’s life is the time when she needs to heal her body and mind. This is the case much more in the stay-at-home mom who now has to do most of the care needed by a newborn infant. Though baby care is 24/7, the […]

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Part of the great blessing that is running an online publication like this one is connecting with other mothers who are also sharing in the internet sphere. These books for moms are all written by moms for moms. I recently was invited to join a group of mothers that focuses on a faith-based approach to […]

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Life challenges can bring a blend of difficulties and prospects, especially for mothers. While frequently filled with emotional turmoil, this phase also paves the way for profound personal evolution. Mothers can have the chance to rediscover themselves and grow in ways they may not have anticipated, transforming challenges into opportunities for development and self-awareness. This […]

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My only thought when we brought our first baby home from the hospital was I had to make being a stay-at-home mom work. Holding my baby in my arms I felt the weight of motherhood, but also the sure sense that it was my job to take the best care of him that I possibly […]

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Mom Burnout is a real thing. Our pretty social media pictures do not tell the whole story. I tend to be a tell it like it is person, but now that I am a little older, I know that most people do not want to know the reality. But, am I depressed or just burnt […]

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She asked me, “He still calls you mommy?” It was in a friendly tone, but the question caught me off-guard. Immediately, I paused for what felt like an awkward length of time. My tongue twisted. I felt attacked with the unexpected, personal question. In my mind, I was thinking in rapid fire succession: “Yes, so?” […]

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To make and maintain really good friends as a mom takes some patience and persistence. It can bee done and these lessons of the great friendships will lead you to find great friends of your own.

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We study children who fall behind in school to assess what caused their decline. We investigate households where abuse is suspected because the signs point to negative situations. But, why do investigators or psychologists not study families that raise solid citizens? Given the rate of school shootings, crazy school board decisions, or truth being skewed […]

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The thick of motherhood can feel heavy. When I vent to friends it can sound like life is all bad with the housework and parenting loads we carry on the daily. But, I know the work is worth it. I can see in my children and family that every small moment we spend together really […]

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I have been a stay-at-home mom for over 11 years now. It has been the best time spent on being available for my kids, simplifying life with my husband’s schedule, and following the calling of my faith. I don’t think the transition is easy, however. When we shift from working full time to being stay-at-home […]

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