The catch 22 of working motherhood – the flexibility trap
We’ve realized how difficult it can be to be a working mom…now what? Droves of women left the workforce during the pandemic because they took on more of the work of caring for children at home. In December 2020, the […]
Introducing good enough parenting for you now
Stephanie Sackerman is a mom, a former educator and a mindful mom coach. She blends her background as a certified wellness coach, mindfulness teacher, and positive discipline parent educator to support moms to feel nourished, empowered, and confident. She helps […]
How to Prepare Children for Preschool this Year
What parents can do to ease their child’s transition to school. By: Melina Gac Levin, M.S.Ed. This year, the first day of school will look different. For parents and teachers of the youngest learners, those entering preschool programs, this brings […]
Working and Parenting at Home Through the Pandemic
Parenting and working from home through Coronavirus There is no magic solution to the unusual situation we find ourselves in. The outbreak of Covid-19 has put many families into uncharted territory. There are intentions and habits we can put in […]
12 Tips For Working At Home With Kids During Coronavirus
Many of us are facing a new reality that we have not prepared for. Working at home during coronavirus brings with it its own challenges, and working at home with kids is a game all of its own. While some […]
Childcare for new parents: tips for making it work and lessons learned
During pregnancy, it can be hard to imagine what kind of support we may need when the baby arrives. We may have all the things folded and stored away, but we also need support systems set up because raising a […]
Thriving as a single parent
We talked to Erica, a mom of a three year old and the owner of a growing business, about single parenthood. She gave us an intimate and honest account of what it is really like and how she makes it […]
Navigating the motherhood identity crisis
For many, becoming a mother is a huge identity shift. We don’t often hear the good stories, and the word “postpartum” is frequently associated with some kind of loss or crisis. We hear phrases like “Motherhood identity crisis,” “Motherhood identity […]
The moving target of balance in motherhood
As I slink out of a dark bed, careful not to disturb the pillows and covers, I turn and take one last look at my sleeping daughters – laid out like football players signaling a touchdown. They are 5 years […]
Radical self care in five simple steps
My personal journey and self care For the last four months, I set out on a bit of a challenge and adventure with my family involving travel and homeschooling. I learned so much that I wish I knew when I […]