Category: NICU

  • As Seen On TV, But Not in My Home

    home insemination Kit Every time a wacky toy commercial plays while my kids are glued to the TV, chaos ensues. They scream for me to come and witness what they believe is the next greatest invention. I reluctantly pause whatever mom duties I’m in the middle of, only to be bombarded with requests that make…

  • A Busy Mom’s Wine Pairing Manual

    home insemination Kit Navigating the world of wine can feel like a daunting task, especially when you’re juggling motherhood. With countless options, traditions, and rules surrounding wine choices, finding the right bottle can be overwhelming—particularly in the chaos of a grocery store. Picture this: you’re surrounded by rows of bottles while your little ones are…

  • Making Bed Rest a Little Easier for Your Friend

    home insemination Kit To those not experiencing bed rest, it may seem like a dream come true—spending the day in pajamas and doing nothing sounds heavenly, right? But for those actually going through it, the reality is far from blissful. Often, the reason for being stuck in bed is because their little one is at…

  • 1980s Music Videos My Mother Would Have Preferred I Avoid

    home insemination Kit As a child of the 1980s, I was raised in a strict, yet loving household by my mother, a devout Catholic who navigated single parenthood after my father’s passing. This was a pivotal time in music history, marked by the rise of MTV and its bold, often controversial music videos. I stumbled…

  • Why the Popular Pandora Commercial Makes Me Cringe

    home insemination Kit Hey there! I’m the mom who just can’t get on board with that Pandora commercial everyone seems to adore. Am I the only one feeling this way? I’ll admit I can be a bit cynical and lean more towards logic than emotions. However, I honestly don’t get why this commercial is generating…

  • Stay-at-Home Parents Deserve Affordable Day Care Too

    home insemination Kit The discussion around work-life balance is more relevant than ever. With leaders advocating for family leave and improved workplace policies, we’re beginning to recognize the challenges many parents face. One of the biggest hurdles is the exorbitant cost of child care, which often pushes parents, particularly mothers, out of the workforce. As…

  • When Life Hands You Lice Ladies

    home insemination Kit So, after Becca shared her own lice saga, I couldn’t help but jump in with my own recent encounter, as if we were at a quirky storytelling night focused on lice. Just the other day, I had to seal up my kids’ beloved stuffed animals in plastic bags and stash them in…

  • 4 Simple Phrases to Help You Move On from Life’s Slip-Ups

    home insemination Kit Hey there! Let’s chat about those moments when we mess up, shall we? If you’re anything like me, you might find yourself stuck in a loop of shame when you make a mistake. I used to just sit there, feeling all the guilt without really saying anything to myself. You know that…

  • When “Having It All” Takes a Toll on Your Health

    home insemination Kit By: Jamie Thompson Updated: Jan. 29, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 23, 2022 I was chatting with a friend the other day, sharing our woes about persistent back pain. Both of us juggle full-time jobs and young kids, and she shared something shocking: “I lived with debilitating pain for five months simply because…

  • An Honest Apology to My Children Regarding Our Separation

    home insemination Kit Dear Children, I want to extend my heartfelt apologies for the upheaval caused by our divorce. The disintegration of our family unit weighs heavily on my conscience, and I deeply regret that our circumstances have altered your lives. Although I believe our separation is ultimately for the best, I understand your desire…