Thao Thai: Writer & Editor

Thao Thai is a writer and editor residing in Ohio with her husband and daughter. Her work has appeared in various publications, including Kitchn, Eater, Cubby, The Everymom, and cupcakes and cashmere. In 2023, she will release her debut novel, Banyan Moon, through HarperCollins. Connect with her on Instagram and subscribe to her newsletter for updates.

Life Lessons

Essential Love Advice I Want to Share With My Daughter

By Thao Thai
Every individual has unique experiences, but here’s what I hope she grasps as she ventures into the world.

A Heartfelt Moment

When My Daughter Said “I Love You” and It Hit Differently
By Thao Thai
Those words have always felt like a special gift, uniquely wrapped just for me.

Halloween Excitement

I Might Be More Excited About Halloween Than My Kids Are
By Thao Thai
From enormous skeletons to glowing orange lights, my heart races with joy for the spooky season.

Feminism in Film

Hear Me Out: The Sanderson Sisters Are Surprisingly Feminist Icons
By Thao Thai
As I prepare for Hocus Pocus 2, let me present my case.

Diner Love

Nothing Compares to a Greasy Spoon Diner
By Thao Thai
A tribute to a place where coffee flows freely, and I say yes to whatever my child desires.

Mom Moments

Moms Express ‘I Love You’ Through Countless Small Gestures
By Thao Thai
Sometimes, love manifests as an egg sandwich and neatly folded laundry.

Summer Joy

The Ultimate Mom Bliss Happens at the Community Pool
By Thao Thai
After all, nothing beats summer days.

Celebrating Life

More Little Moments Deserve Cake
By Thao Thai
Or why I honor the end of summer with a small, fudgy cake.

Understanding Discord

What Is Discord? This App Should Be On Parents’ Radar
By Thao Thai
It’s one of the fastest-growing social platforms today.

Navigating Friendships

It’s Tough to Watch Your Child Cry Over a Frenemy
By Thao Thai
Some lessons are learned through experience — but you can offer support, too.

Summer Expectations

Forget #BestSummerEver. I’m Embracing a Mediocre Summer
By Thao Thai
My expectations have hit rock bottom.

Emoji Insights

What Your Most-Used Emoji Reveals About You as a Parent
By Thao Thai
Hey, that’s me! 🤣: The Slightly Cooler Millennial.

Embracing Imperfection

My Home Is Kind of Falling Apart — And I’m Okay with That
By Thao Thai
Home is where the imperfect things reside.

Competitive Spirit

I Used to Be Overly Competitive — I Won’t Raise My Daughter That Way
By Thao Thai
My sweet daughter may have a dormant competitive spirit within her.

Community Support

My Buy Nothing Group Became the Parent Support Group I Didn’t Know I Needed
By Thao Thai
It’s a new kind of legacy that flows through a community rather than just a single family.

Career Aspirations

Why Do We Ask Kids What They Want to Be When They Grow Up?
By Thao Thai
I’m still trying to figure that out myself.

The Power of Silence

What Happened When I Discovered the Most Powerful Parenting Tool
By Thao Thai
I started to realize that silence can be a form of magic.

Empowerment in Parenting

Why I Won’t Teach My Daughter to Be a “Good Sport”
By Thao Thai
It’s not her responsibility to keep the peace by smiling.

Pandemic Reflections

I Stopped Smiling During the Pandemic, and It Feels Liberating
By Thao Thai
Turns out, forcing a smile can drain your spirit.

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In summary, Thao Thai shares her experiences through various personal essays that touch on motherhood, love, community, and the journey of parenting. Her insights provide readers with relatable moments while reflecting on the challenges and joys that come with raising children.