Honest reflections and real stories about the emotional ups and downs of motherhood as kids grow – from toddler tantrums to school chaos and everything in between. Because every stage comes with its own kind of hard (and beautiful).
You love your children – you really do. But sometimes, it takes every bit of willpower not to scream at the top of your lungs. Or run away. (Totally normal feelings, by the way.) Sometimes the pressure is just so intense that you do lose it — sometimes for a reason, sometimes just because you’ve …
What to Do When You Can’t Afford a Birthday Party for Your Child “I feel like the worst mum ever. My daughter’s birthday is next week, and I can’t afford a party or gifts. I’m sick, exhausted, and barely keeping the lights on.” Does this sound familiar? If so, please know you’re not the only …
Are you worried your parenting “mistakes” hurt your children? A few weeks ago, I had a conversation with a friend that really stopped me in my tracks. She was telling me about something that happened when her son was little. One day, he bit her, and she jokingly said, “You bite like a giraffe.” A …
I started feeling it some time ago. That heavy feeling in my chest when I realised my children were growing up too fast. It didn’t hit all at once. It showed up in quiet little moments. Like when I kissed them goodnight and stroked their heads as they were falling asleep, I would feel tearful …
Do you feel guilty about how much time your children spend on screens? Does screen time give you the only chance to breathe during the day? Do you wish they spent less time on their screens – but also dread giving up that precious break? If you said yes to any of these, this blog …
