Alex
The Pacifier War
When I pitched this post idea, I was hoping that by the time it was written, we’d already be over the pacifier problem. Yet, here we are … in the throes of addiction.
My...
Shop Local for Mother’s Day
Pssst — did you know Mother’s Day is quietly approaching? Instead of racing over to Amazon two days before, why not consider shopping locally? Kansas City is FULL of local companies that produce unique and...
Autism Awareness: Living on Both Ends of the Spectrum
On average, Autism affects 1 in every 68 children, and 1 in 42 boys, according to Autism Speaks. It is one of the fastest-growing developmental disorders in the United States, and can cost families...
Motherhood: A Playlist for Survival
This playlist was not inspired by Martina McBride, Celine Dion or Taylor Swift. These songs aren't about the precious, snuggle-time, tender moments with your sweet squishy little newborn. Nope. This is for when you’re...
Motherhood: Enjoy Your Pre-parenting Freedom While You Can
A lot of things come with the title “adult.” There’s the fun side — staying up as late as you’d like, sleeping all day, doing what you want, when you want, etc. And then...
Working, Parenting and All the Explaining
I work part-time as a marketing specialist in the financial services industry, and I recently transitioned from working five days a week to four so I could have more time at home with my...
You Say Jerk; I Say Toddler
Toddlers are a species all their own. They’re tiny humans with big opinions and even bigger attitudes. Many of them aren’t even housebroken. Though jerkish by nature, toddlers can flip on a dime and...
Baby Registry Must-Haves
Like many expectant moms, I was clueless when it came to selecting items for my baby shower registries. So I did what felt right: I waltzed through Target and scanned the the cutest outfits...
Take the Chaos out of Planning the First Birthday Party
Ah, the first birthday. It’s an exciting milestone, all right. Mama, you’ve made it a whole year! You kept a tiny human alive and (mostly) happy for 365 days.
While you’re putting together your little...
It’s a Bird. It’s a Plane. It’s (Super) Mom.
To all the new moms and mamas-to-be:
Here’s yet another side effect no one remembered to tell you: Motherhood blesses you with supernatural, superhuman superpowers. Those prenatal vitamins you’ve been taking for months do a...
All the Small Things: This is the Work That We Do
Pick up the toys, wash the dishes, restock the diaper bag, fold the clothes, pick up the toys again, fold the blankies and repeat. And repeat. And repeat. As moms, we're often the back-office...
Primers, Pore Reducers and Concealer: How Motherhood Refreshed My Makeup Regimen
I still remember the first time I saw my bare postpartum face in natural light. It was a hot summer afternoon, and I was out running a few errands. My mom was watching my...