I asked a group of stepmoms for their input. Here's a list of the most common things the stepmom wishes her partner knew.
When it comes to the subject of surrogacy, there's a lot of curiosity and possibly even misinformation floating around in the world. When you're a surrogate, or even if you work in the surrogacy industry, you get asked a lot questions about how surrogacy works.
12-hour shifts and health: This is how I prepare as a nurse and mom for long 12 shifts at the hospital while staying healthy and organized. % %
4 Ingredient 15 Minute Oatmeal Cookies are the perfect after school treat. This classic cookie is made delicious with brown sugar and butter!
Hey there, fellow mamas! As a single mom of two with a master’s degree in child development, I know firsthand the beautiful chaos and incredible joy that comes with being a parent, as well as the s…
Scholarships for students with deceased parents are tricky to find, but they ARE out there. Use this list to save time and find more awards.
Breastfeeding is no joke, it can be hard! Find out the #1 breastfeeding tip that will help you in your first two weeks of breastfeeding!
Everyone wants to talk to a pregnant woman. They want to share their advice, stories, and observations about your body. Many go out of their way to make sure a pregnant woman doesn't strain herself physically, that's she's eating enough, and eating the right foods. There is so much concern for her w
The days are long, but the years are short. When the days are too long and you're simply exhausted, try these energy tips for busy moms to get back to 100%!
How to Host a Bible Study Luncheon for Busy Moms Do you like to host gatherings at your house? Let me tell you how I am using my dining room and my love for hosting for the Kingdom of God. I enjoy …
Some tips to help a mother with postpartum depression. Mental illness can cause people to push away the ones they love, here's how to remain supportive.
Paper Bag Dramatics: A fun activity for Team Building and Developing Community. Here's an idea that can be used just about anywhere at any time. It encourages groups to solve problems, think creatively, and work as a team.
With the odds stacked against them, stepmoms worldwide are struggling to combat stepmom burnout. Here are a few tricks to help back you off the edge!
So maybe you’ve heard about Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), but the ideas of how to do exposures are just not flowing? Developing exposures require a deep understanding of your child’s core fears, while being creative and thinking out of the box.
SIDS, or sudden infant death syndrome, is a huge source of worry for new mothers. The list of precautions is long, and even when we follow all of them, we are still worried. So when can we STOP worrying about SIDS? The textbook answer is...
Momma Addict describes 6 examples where moms forget to breathe when fearful of child performance failure and recommends hard work to prevent anxiety
A grieving mother can heal with the help of family and friends. But how can you support a mother grieving the loss of a child? Check out this post to learn how. Plus, what you can do to support a grieving mother and what NOT to say to a grieving mother.
I was a single mom…oh shit. This was not at all where I expected my life to go. In fact it was quite the opposite. I thought I’d be married and onto my third kid by now. But I guess that’s always how it happens when you make life plans. Life laughs in your face
Desperate to find out how to love your stepchild? It's complicated! Here's our best advice on learning to love your stepchild.
7 Powerful truths for when you can't control anger. Problem solving for moms failing at anger management, sound counseling and help for how to change.
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Counting. Many of us don’t remember learning it, but this skill is something we use daily without re
Taxation is a serious legal matter. No matter how much you want to avoid taxes, you can't get rid of them. But these tax facts may let you have some fun.
How to declutter a house...the fastest way! Use the free printable declutter checklist included to declutter your home, and get it totally organized!
Does your baby suffer from acid reflux? Here are 6 ways to soothe baby acid reflux fast and how to prevent it in the future.
Are you exhausted? Overwhelmed? Ticked off? Have you reached a breaking point with this same old exhausted stepmom routine? I have good news!
How To Prevent The Spread Of Norovirus In Infants And Kids, how to clean and sanitze your home ofter a Norovirus outbreak.
Are you a working mama but long to stay home to be with your child? Maybe you’re already a stay-at-home mom – loving it! – but you still have passions and creative ideas outside of doing laundry, cleaning up spilled milk or changing a diaper. It’s okay to want to be more than just the […]
Afternoon slump is a term used to describe the sleepy, tired and sluggish feeling that comes on between the hours of 1 PM and 3 PM.
Are you not a natural mom? 12 steps practical steps to fake it until you make it. Mom-ing doesn't always come easy and it's not natural for everyone. But you can do it!
Customise your own fluorescent t shirts with this cheap and easy way to make fluorescent or neon t shirts. Full instructions for DIY.
Six years ago after the birth of my son, I was severely lacking in the friendship department. All of my friends were either living far away or were single. There weren’t many moms I could confide in and I racked my brain to try to think of ways to meet other moms. I tried to join a local mom’s group which consisted of me, the group leader, and two ladies who were already best friends. Nothing came from this and I left the group feeling more lonely than I started. That feeling stayed with me until I...
Having children has made me a bit of a blubbering wreck. It's not just hormones. A parent’s love for their child is so strong that if you even imagine something bad happening to them it
Low Iron in Pregnancy - Anemia, Symptoms and Iron Infusions Hey hey lovelies, how's it going? Today on the blog I wanted to share a post related to this pregnancy. I haven't written loads about
The continual waves of COVID variants, vaccines that haven’t brought us the relief that we had hoped for, and the continued loss of patients… have only added to a lingering feeling of senselessness.
I was a single mom…oh shit. This was not at all where I expected my life to go. In fact it was quite the opposite. I thought I’d be married and onto my third kid by now. But I guess that’s always how it happens when you make life plans. Life laughs in your face
As a new mom, you may not be prepared for the hair loss and engorgement that comes after having a baby, so here's a peek into those postpartum body changes.
Your son peeks his head out the window. His face pales. “Mom, is it supposed to rain today?” You look out the window. You see only one lonely cloud in the sky. “I don’t think so.” You respond. But you realize too late that your answer only fueled his concern. “You’re not sure?” He whines. You take a deep breath and prepare for the unraveling to begin. He does not disappoint. You know lots of kids are afraid of storms, but your child takes his fear to another level.
Are you planning an upcoming surgery? I have important advice for moms facing surgery because I have been THERE. Here's what you need to know...